Key Account Manager (Beauty)

TL;DR

Key Account Manager (Beauty): Building and scaling the beauty channel presence from the ground up in the French market with an accent on strategic partner acquisition and commercial relationship management. Focus on identifying new revenue streams in selective beauty and premium retail while designing scalable growth models.

Location: Must be based in Paris, France (Hybrid: 3 days a week in office)

Company

A global product design and technology company specializing in disruptive lifestyle solutions through the Shark and Ninja brands.

What you will do

• Define and execute the Beauty Channel strategy for the French market, including target accounts and segmentation.
• Prospect and acquire new strategic partners across selective beauty, pharmacy chains, and e-beauty players.
• Manage the full sales cycle from initial outreach and pitching to contract negotiation and onboarding.
• Develop customized business plans covering assortment, pricing, profitability, and sell-out strategies.
• Collaborate with Marketing and Category teams to adapt product storytelling and visuals to beauty industry codes.
• Pilot sell-out performance and execute retail activation plans for product launches.

Requirements

• 3 to 6 years of experience in Key Account Management or Business Development.
• Proven background in Beauty, Premium Retail, Lifestyle Tech, or Consumer Goods.
• Fluent in French and English.
• Strong expertise in new business acquisition and managing P&L drivers.
• Experience working in premium environments with high brand perception expectations.
• Ability to thrive in an entrepreneurial "0 to 1" environment.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive health insurance and retirement plans.
• Employee stock purchase options and hirify.global product discounts.
• Dynamic, innovative work environment that rewards initiative, agility, and impact.
• High-impact learning programs and professional growth opportunities.
• Paid time off and wellness programs.