Sr. Brand Manager, e.l.f. Cosmetics

Elfbeauty
New York, NY
HybridCareer-pivot friendly

Who this role is best for

Aimed at seasoned brand management professionals with cross-channel experience who thrive in collaborative, hybrid work environments.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with 7+ years of brand management experience in beauty or CPG, who have led successful 360° campaigns.
    — “7+ years of progressive brand management experience, ideally in beauty, CPG, or fashion, with proven success leading cross-channel 360° campaigns
  • Individuals who have driven brand growth and profitability across multiple channels and regions.
    — “Drive brand growth and profitability—monitoring sell-through, market share, velocity, and margin across channels and regions.
  • Professionals with a demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and influence stakeholders at all levels.
    — “Navigate complex cross-functional environments with influence and clarity, aligning stakeholders across product, finance, supply chain, creative, and international teams.

Things to consider

  • The role requires a hybrid work arrangement with 3 days in-office per week.
    — “hybrid 3 day in office, 2 day at home work environment
  • Compensation is performance-based, with potential for up to 200% of target bonus.
    — “employees are eligible to earn up to 200% of their target bonus

How to stand out

  • Highlight experience in translating data into brand strategy and measurable outcomes.
    — “Leverage consumer insights, market analytics, and real-time data to optimize campaign performance
  • Emphasize leadership in go-to-market planning and new product launches.
    — “Experience leading go-to-market planning and new product launches
  • Showcase a track record of cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder alignment.
    — “Navigate complex cross-functional environments with influence and clarity
Pace · SteadyCollaboration · HighAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Company

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What success looks like

  • Increased brand growth
  • Optimized campaign performance
  • Enhanced brand love
Typical background
Brand ManagementMarketingProduct Management

Skills & requirements

Required

Brand StrategyBusiness OwnershipCampaign LeadershipConsumer InsightPerformance OptimizationRetail PartnershipTeam Leadership

Preferred

Brand GrowthProfitabilityMarket ShareCategory LeadershipCultural Relevance

Stack & domain

CosmeticsBrand Management

About the role

Original posting from Elfbeauty via Lever

About the Company

e.l.f. Beauty's purpose is to make the world a better place for every eye, lip, and face. 

Our deep commitment to clean, cruelty free beauty at an incredible value has fueled the success of our flagship brand e.l.f. Cosmetics since 2004 and driven our portfolio expansion. Today, our multi-brand portfolio includes e.l.f. Cosmetics, e.l.f. SKIN, e.l.f. Hair, Well People, Naturium and rhode.

In our Fiscal year 26, we had net sales of $1.6 Billion and our business performance has been nothing short of extraordinary with 7 consecutive years of net sales growth. This consistent, category-leading growth is a testament to the strength of our team, strategy, and portfolio of brands. 

Our total compensation philosophy offers every full-time new hire competitive pay and benefits, bonus eligibility (200% of target over the last seven fiscal years), equity, flexible time off, year-round half-day Fridays, and a hybrid 3 day in office, 2 day at home work environment. We believe the combination of our unique culture, total compensation, workplace flexibility and care for the team is unmatched across not just beauty but any industry. 

Visit our Career Page to learn more about our team: https://www.elfbeauty.com/work-with-us

Responsibilities::

Brand Strategy & Business Ownership

  • Own the global brand strategy and annual brand plan for e.l.f. Cosmetics, translating vision into clear priorities, roadmaps, and measurable business outcomes.
  • Drive brand growth and profitability—monitoring sell-through, market share, velocity, and margin across channels and regions.
  • Establish e.l.f. as a category leader and culture-shaping brand, identifying white- space opportunities and portfolio gaps that fuel sustainable growth.

360° Campaign & Go-to-Market Leadership

  • Own and execute global 360° marketing campaigns that challenge industry norms and inspire community engagement—across digital, social, influencer, ecommerce, retail, paid media, and experiential channels.
  • Lead global brand calendar strategy and planning, ensuring cross-functional alignment across product development, sales, integrated marketing, digital,

creative, and retail teams.

  • Lead go-to-market planning for new product launches and brand moments—defining positioning, messaging, unique selling propositions, content pillars, and channel strategies.
  • Champion creative brief development and delivery, ensuring cohesive storytelling and consistent brand expression across every consumer touchpoint.

Consumer Insight & Performance Optimization

  • Leverage consumer insights, market analytics, and real-time data to optimize campaign performance and identify new ways to create brand love and cultural relevance.
  • Translate consumer, category, and competitive intelligence into actionable strategies that keep e.l.f. ahead of trends and ahead of the competition.
  • Track and report on key brand health metrics, sales analytics, and campaign ROI, using findings to refine strategy and drive continuous improvement.

Retail & Commercial Partnership

  • Partner closely with Sales, Retail Marketing, and ecommerce teams to ensure the brand shows up powerfully and consistently across all retail and digital storefronts.
  • Drive commercial execution excellence—supporting retailer activations, assortment strategies, promotional programs, and joint business plans with key retail partners.

Team Leadership & Cross-Functional Collaboration

  • Inspire and lead a high-performing team of marketers and agency partners, fostering a culture of bold thinking, collaboration, and operational excellence.
  • Navigate complex cross-functional environments with influence and clarity, aligning stakeholders across product, finance, supply chain, creative, and

international teams.

  • Coach and develop talent, building a team that is curious, courageous, and relentlessly consumer-obsessed.

Requirements::

  • Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business, or a related field; MBA a plus.
  • 7+ years of progressive brand management experience, ideally in beauty, CPG, or fashion, with proven success leading cross-channel 360° campaigns from concept through execution.
  • Demonstrated experience driving measurable brand growth across retail and digital channels.
  • Deep understanding of beauty industry dynamics, consumer behavior, pop culture, and digital innovation.
  • Strong analytical skills, with the ability to translate data and insights into brand strategy and in-market action.
  • Experience leading go-to-market planning and new product launches, including positioning, messaging, and channel strategy.
  • Strong leadership capabilities with experience managing and mentoring teams, as well as navigating complex cross-functional environments.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at all levels of the organization.
  • A bias for action, comfort operating in a fast-paced and evolving environment, and a passion for building brands that move culture.

The base salary range for this role is listed above. 

Total compensation includes base salary, annual company-based performance bonus, and equity. Under e.l.f.’s annual bonus program, employees are eligible to earn up to 200% of their target bonus when company performance exceeds defined goals. In addition, e.l.f. provides a variety of other benefits to employees, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a retirement savings plan, gender neutral parental leave, and unlimited paid time off. The amount of total compensation (including base salary) offered will be based on a wide range of factors, including geographic location, experience, specific skills, and qualifications.

Compensation components are subject to change at the company’s discretion

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed in this position. It also reflects the general details considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job identified, and shall not be considered, as detailed description of all the work required inherent in the job. It is not an exhaustive list of responsibilities, and it is subject to changes and exceptions at the supervisors’ discretion.

e.l.f. Beauty respects your privacy. Please see our Job Applicant Privacy Notice (www.elfbeauty.com/us-job-applicant-privacy-notice) for how your personal information is used and shared.

Source: Elfbeauty careers (Lever)

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