About this role
<p> </p> <p><strong>RESPONSIBILITIES</strong></p> <p> </p> <p>As Global In-Store VM Senior Manager, you will play a pivotal part in shaping the future of in-store experiences for Coty CB Color Cosmetics brands, within the Global In-store Excellence team.</p> <p> </p> <p>This role will be at the forefront of leading in-store experiences for our brand. This role demands a strategic approach, combining creative innovation with a deep understanding of retail trends, shopper behaviour and retailer’s landscape. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to ensure that every aspect of the store experience aligns with broader brand strategies and market needs. This position requires a creative mindset, strong project management skills and agility.</p> <p> </p> <p><strong>YOUR MAIN FOCUS</strong></p> <p> </p> <p><strong>In-Store Experience</strong></p> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li>Translate brand strategy and product innovation launches into clear, executable global merchandising guidelines for permanent and temporary retail environments;</li> </ul> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li>Design and develop permanent in-store fixtures, and visual merchandising elements that maximize brand expression and are rooted in shopper insights while also considering retailers and competitive environment, for an optimized store experience and ROI;</li> <li>Stay ahead of retail trends and the competitive environment to create stand out and ROI driven in-store solutions;</li> <li>Print production knowledge.</li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><strong>Cross-Functional Collaboration & Communication</strong></p> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li>Create strong written and verbal briefs that effectively communicate project objectives, requirements, and expectations, incorporating insights from cross-functional teams;</li> <li>Provide strategic retail and in-store expertise to guide and influence global brands and creative teams in the development of campaigns and distinctive assets;</li> <li>Collaborate with global cross functional teams to advise on global guidelines adaptation to local specificities;</li> <li>Work closely with internal teams and external agencies to maintain feedback loops and ensure alignment from design to execution, supporting the strategic direction.</li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><strong>YOU ARE A COTY FIT</strong></p> <p> </p> <p><strong>You are proactive, solution-oriented professional, passionate and have an ability to multi-task. As an experienced In-Store / Retail Design / Visual Merchandising expert, you have a blend of creativity and strategic thinking with excellent organisation and prioritisation skills. You thrive from working in a fast-paced, diverse, and international environment, and are hungry to drive change in our industry. In addition to these key traits, you:</strong></p> <p> </p> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li>+10 years of relevant VM experience, preferably in beauty with a Local Market and/or Global experience</li> <li>University degree / Business School / Creative background</li> <li>Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced, multi stakeholders’ environment</li> <li>Business-oriented, creative thinker, proactive, detail and solution oriented, with a strong retail mindset (able to balance aesthetic excellence with commercial needs) and a cost-conscious approach</li> <li>Good understanding of retailers, shoppers, competitors and trends to contribute to the evolution and adaptation of brand guidelines</li> <li>Strong communicator & presentation skills, both written & verbal</li> <li>Capability to remain calm under pressure in a changing environment and to manage unexpected challenges</li> <li>Very strong knowledge/skills of Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook</li> <li>2D & 3D Technical design skills are essential: Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, SketchUp (or similar)</li> <li>Budget management experience</li> <li>Fluency in English</li> </ul>