Maesa · 1 day ago
Director, International Sales
New York, United States
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
$130K/yr - $150K/yr
15+ years expMaesa is a next-gen beauty company transforming the industry by incubating and growing innovative brands. They are seeking an experienced International Sales Director to expand their international market, build strategic relationships, and drive sales and profit targets while ensuring brand visibility in a competitive landscape.
CosmeticsManufacturing
Responsibilities
Identify and evaluate potential new distributors
Conduct market research to assess growth opportunities and market dynamics
Develop entry strategies for new geographies and channels
Own the commercial relationship with the key retailers in the market
Lead annual joint business planning, including setting targets, forecasting, and aligning on long-term growth strategies
Responsible for creating and implementing market leading, omni-channel activation plans that are tailored to the retailer and specific Maesa brands
Collaborate with Marketing and Customer Development teams to deliver standout in-store visibility, seasonal campaigns, and consumer experiences
Influence internal stakeholders with robust commercial rationale and category insight
Lead cross-functionally to unlock strong, retailer centric promotional plans
Manage promotional plans, trade budgets, and retailer margin requirements to maximize ROI
Lead cost price, trade terms, space and JBP negotiations
Analyze sales performance, competitor activity, and category trends to make data-driven recommendations
Build robust and accurate forecasts that meet business expectations based on sell out plan to ensure exceptional service levels
Partner with internal Finance team to deliver sales, profit, and market-share objectives across Fragrance, Skincare and Haircare categories
Manage monthly, quarterly and annual sales forecasts
P&L ownership allowing you to show our ability to drive top and bottom line
Manage Gross to net controls to optimize profitability
Manage an investment plan to drive consumer awareness whilst maximizing profitability
Deliver maximum consumer engagement from trade investment
Accurately prepare financial accrual requests and implement these with the Sales team
Achieve and exceed brand objectives and sales goals
A clear understanding of dynamics of assigned accounts and local market specifics to help set overall account strategy and priorities (assortment, merchandising, tailored trade marketing calendar)
Identify and execute business-building initiatives to grow market shares, rankings, and profitability
Ensure a strong visual presence in-store and on retailer.com
Forecast ability on a monthly basis as well as provide feedback on over and/or under-delivery of goals
Assortment and Planogram work in conjunction with the Customer Development team
Manage various parts of the P&L like sales revenue, trade margins and A&P among others and will be responsible for the monthly and annual forecast planning
Strong sales, influence and collaboration skills and the ability to develop and execute sales meetings and product training for assigned accounts
Monitor and report on competitive brand launches and events
Qualification
Required
Retail experience is essential
Minimum 15 years of experience working in Sales within Beauty Industry, experience with large mass cosmetics retailers in the local market
Leadership ability and a willingness to take responsibility and accountability
Strong business acumen and financial ability
Value integrity, personal responsibility, and entrepreneurial spirit
Strong relationship-building skills
Team-oriented, responsive, passion to succeed
Strong sales, influence, and collaboration skills
Ability to think both strategically and tactically
Analytically minded
Passion for digital and driving omnichannel sales strategy
Proficient in all Microsoft Office applications, including Excel and PowerPoint
Benefits
Health insurance coverage
Wellness programs
Life and disability insurance
Retirement savings plans
Generous paid time off
Hybrid office setup
Paid leave options
Company
Maesa
The next gen beauty company, Maesa is transforming the industry by incubating and growing meaningful, innovative brands and making prestige beauty accessible.
201-500 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2022 (2)
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Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
unknownKey Investors
Tikehau CapitalAndera Partners
2019-03-28Acquired
2015-06-01Debt Financing
2014-10-14Series Unknown
Leadership Team
Gregory Mager
Co-Founder
Zaheer Ferguson
Group CFO
Recent News
2025-09-17
2025-08-13
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