Assistant Commercial Excellence Manager (Retail)

TL;DR

Assistant Commercial Excellence Manager (Retail): Managing sales plans and retail footprint for luxury beauty portfolios in Malaysia with an accent on retailer partnerships and commercial strategy. Focus on optimizing sell-out/sell-in targets, driving market intelligence, and implementing 360-degree launch campaigns.

Location: Hybrid in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Company

hirify.global is one of the world's largest beauty companies with an iconic portfolio of brands across fragrance, color cosmetics, skincare, and body care.

What you will do

• Manage sales plans for assigned portfolios and establish the company as the preferred partner for retailers.
• Define commercial strategies and develop promotional plans to achieve sell-out, sell-in, and stock-in-trade targets.
• Handle budgeting for launches and promotions, including demand forecasts, supply management, and pricing analysis.
• Collaborate with Retail Excellence teams to ensure 100% implementation of 360-degree launch campaigns.
• Drive market intelligence and lead field-level commercial negotiations to expand distribution and new brand listings.
• Negotiate and implement brand imagery in all retail doors according to corporate guidelines.

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of progressive experience in luxury retail team management.
• High level of commercial acumen, self-initiative, and a strong drive for results.
• Proven ability to partner with business leaders and develop effective tactics.
• Advanced analytical, communication, and presentation skills with an entrepreneurial mindset.
• Proficiency in MS Office.
• Must be based in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Culture & Benefits

• Omni-Working: Hybrid flexible working model balancing remote and office-based work.
• Product Allowance: Annual selection of company products.
• Gender-Neutral Paid Parental Leave: Fully paid parental leave accessible to all employees regardless of gender.
• Inclusive workplace committed to diversity, equity, and valuing diverse perspectives.
• Collaborative environment with strong cross-departmental support.