Assistant Manager, Strategy

The Este Lauder Companies Inc. is one of the world's leading manufacturers, marketers, and sellers of quality skin care, makeup, fragrance, and hair care products, and is a steward of luxury and prestige brands globally. The company's products are sold in approximately 150 countries and territories under brand names including: Este Lauder, Aramis, Clinique, Lab Series, Origins, M•A•C, La Mer, Bobbi Brown Cosmetics, Aveda, Jo Malone London, Bumble and bumble, Darphin Paris, TOM FORD, Smashbox, AERIN Beauty, Le Labo, Editions de Parfums Frdric Malle, GLAMGLOW, KILIAN PARIS, Too Faced, Dr.Jart+, the DECIEM family of brands, including The Ordinary and NIOD, and BALMAIN Beauty.DescriptionPrimary responsibilitiesThe Assistant Manager of Portfolio Strategy supports the VP, NA Portfolio Strategy and North America leadership team by performing retail analytics to understand market trends in the North America Prestige & Mass beauty market. This includes evaluating the ELC portfolio's performance to identify gaps and opportunities, supporting the development and implementation of the North America strategy across brands and functions, and executing key strategic and transformation initiatives. Additionally, the role involves leading KPI tracking to support market share growth in partnership with NA brand teams.Key AccountabilitiesSupport the NA Region and Brand teams in:Performing relevant market share performance analytics- e.g., to inform strategy or key business planning and decisions. Be the subject matter expert on US Prestige and Mass market trends and performance and competitive landscape (brands, channel & distribution shifts, retail performance, DMA analysis, benefitoccasion territories) Sizing the market and projecting future growth of US Prestige and Mass market (categorysubcatory, channel, retailer x category, benefitoccasion territories)Evaluating ELC portfolio performance (by categorysubcategory, channelretailer, DMA, benefit occasion territories)Developing specific regional or local market reports (e.g., Senior leadership market visits, regional market trends)Identifying, prioritizing, and sizing key opportunities for North America (including new ideas to address consumer needs or shape the industry)Leading high impact special projects to support ELC growth at the brand channel retailer level providing deep analytics and insights that drive to actionSupport key milestone Corporate meetings and Business planning by:Providing NA market and ELC portfolio strategy & analyses for Corporate strategy, Global Category strategy, Board of Director presentations, Investor RelationsLead quarterly update of NA Scorecard tracking key strategic and business KPIs (in collaboration with NA Finance)Support the development of the North America strategy presentation in collaboration with brands, functions, the NA Strategy team and NA leadership:Support in development of specific sections of NA strategy and coordination with NA brands and functionsSupport in the execution of the North America strategy:Helps to support in translating the strategy into action plans (including identifying prioritizing staging key initiatives and developing KPIs)Supports thinking and provides PMO support to key cross-branded cross-functional projects in North America and the regional implementation of global transformation projectsHelps report on regional performance in the US (in collaboration with Finance); progress vs. strategic initiatives; highlight issues and suggest solutionsQualificationsQualifications:BS in quantitative or business management field.Minimum 3 years in a quantitativeanalytical role (Private Equity, Banking, Consulting, or ConsumerRetailMarketingTransformation preferred).Understanding of the ConsumerRetail industry; passion for Beauty.Outstanding quantitative and analytical skills (expertise in Excel, modeling, and advanced tools).Ability to synthesize large data sets into meaningful insights; detail-oriented.Good business judgment and intellectual curiosity.Strong problem-solving skills; proactive in identifying challenges and solutions.Strong planning and project management capabilities; able to multi-task and prioritize effectively.Ability to work independently and manage interactions with multiple stakeholders, including senior stakeholders.Excellent communication and presentation skills; able to convey messages clearly and concisely.Positive mindset and eagerness to learn and drive value.Proficiency in Microsoft applications (Excel, PowerPoint, Word). Pay Range:The anticipated base salary range for this position is $73,150.00 to $109,200.00. Exact salary depends on several factors such as experience, skills, education, and budget. Salary range may vary based on geographic location. In addition to base salary, this position is eligible for participation in a highly competitive bonus program with the possibility for overachievement based on performance and company addition, The Este Lauder Companies offers a variety of benefits to eligible employees, including health insurance coverage, wellness and family support programs, life and disability insurance, retirement savings plans, paid leave programs, education-related programs, paid holidays and vacation time, and many others. Many of these benefits are subsidized or fully paid for by the companyEqual Opportunity EmployerIt is Company's policy not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. The Company will endeavor to provide a reasonable accommodation consistent with the law to otherwise qualified employees and prospective employees with a disability and to employees and prospective employees with needs related to their religious observance or practices. Should you wish to apply for this position or any other position with the Company and you believe you require assistance to complete an application or participate in an interview, please contact Applicants: Persons with disabilities needing accommodations for employment must notify the company in writing of the need for an accommodation within 182 days after the date the person with a disability knew or reasonably should have known that an accommodation was needed.Philadelphia Applicants: Philadelphia's Fair Chance Hiring LawRhode Island Applicants: The company is subject to chapters 29-38 of title 28 of the general laws of Rhode Island and is therefore covered by the state's workers' compensation law.

Created: 2025-02-23