Job Description
INNOVATION IS OUR SUPERPOWER. When Premier was founded in 1988, we wanted to give our customers a reason to do business with us, employees a reason to be part of our team, and manufacturers a reason to allow us to represent them in our marketplace. We strive to meet these goals and are proud to be among the largest independent distributors in the beauty business. Our employees are important and critical to our success. We are forward thinking, open-minded, hold ourselves accountable and sprinkle in a little fun just because we can!
The Opportunity:
Premier Beauty, a growth-driven distributor of professional haircare products, is on the lookout for an experienced and dynamic Director of Marketing at our Northbrook, IL home office. This senior level position, reporting directly to the Vice President of Sales and Marketing, presents an exciting opportunity to contribute significantly to our digital expansion and support our field sales team.
What Your Impact Will Be:
Digital Footprint Growth:
- Drive the growth of our digital footprint across multiple E commerce channels.
- Collaborate closely with the field sales team to ensure cohesive marketing strategies.
Team Development:
- Lead the development and mentorship of our marketing team.
- Manager a team of 4-6 marketing professionals and coordinate with third-party teams.
Strategic Marketing:
- Develop and deploy a robust beauty marketing strategy in alignment with company goals.
- Enhance the E commerce site and cultivate relationships with third-party vendors.
Research and Business Intelligence:
- Implement a comprehensive marketing research strategy.
- Identify and utilize data resources specific to product distribution within the beauty industry.
Department Leadership:
- Oversee departments including Graphic Design, E commerce, Campaign Management, Social Media Channels, Category Marketing and Industry -Specific Direct Mailing.
- May be required to perform other duties as requested, directed or assigned to support company growth.
What We’re Looking For:
- 7 years’ experience Marketing and Management experience.
- Proven expertise implementing effective departmental structure.
- Strong organizational and communication skills with a focus on E commerce.
- Experience with Shopify is preferred.
- Proficient in MS Office software and CRM tools (Salesforce, NetSuite or similar programs).
- Knowledge of salon/beauty industry is preferred but not required.
What It’s Like to Work Here:
- Eligible for Hybrid work schedule.
- Occasional travel (less than 10%) for offsite meetings and industry events.
- Bonus program
- Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance!
- Life and AD&D, Long-Term Disability, and Short-Term Disability Insurance.
- Paid Time Off.
- Pre-Tax and Roth 401k with a Company Match.
- Employee Salon (free color, haircuts, and more!).
- 40% Discount on Products.
- Friday Breakfast (in our home office and warehouse).
- Our Values: Family First, People Matter, Forward Thinking and Open-Minded.
If you are a strategic leader with a passion for beauty marketing, a proven track record and the desire to implement best-in-class practices, we invite you to apply. Join Premier Beauty and play a vital role in shaping the future of our brand. #DirectorOfMarketing #BeatuyIndustrry #CareerOpportunity
Feel free to familiarize yourself with us at www.premierbeautysupply.com!
Premier Beauty is an equal opportunity employer. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion national origin, sex, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.
This job description may not be inclusive of all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the job described, and may be amended at any time with or without notice at the sole discretion of Premier Beauty Supply.