The Account Manager will be responsible for accelerating and maximizing growth while building brand market share for ColourPop at Ulta Beauty. They will develop sales plans and execute in partnership with Ulta. Initiative, energy, analytical prowess and creativity, as well as the ability to work effectively across functions are critical to success. You will be a key collaborator within the organization and will work closely with cross-functional stakeholders (Brand Marketing, Creative, Social, Demand Planning) to achieve ambitious business goals. This role will provide coverage during a maternity leave and will report to the Head of Wholesale.What You’ll Do:Build and maintain relationships with both Ulta Beauty key partners and internal cross functional teamsIn conjunction with both internal and external partners, develop and execute a sales plan for Ulta Beauty that effectively delivers net sales growth and market share growth with profitability at top of mindEffectively partner with the demand planning team to ensure a complete and timely forecast while providing insight and creating action plans to drive sales for over/under delivered categoriesWork with Ulta lead to manage JBP plans to ensure we are delivering to expectationManage revenue outlook and planning as well as financial rigor around retailer expensesEnsure all customer requests for information are met in a timely mannerWork with the Ulta lead to develop and execute retail merchandising strategies that will simultaneously achieve both ColourPop and retailer goalsCommunicate a clear understanding of dynamics of Ulta Beauty to help set overall account strategy and prioritiesEnsure strong brand storytelling in store and on retailer.comDevelop seasonal visual merchandising strategy to prioritize focus categories and new launch while adhering to annual budgetDrive strategy and execution of annual Ulta Beauty budget & planning in partnership with VP, Wholesale and brandGeneral administration support requests (sending samples, listing forms etc)Travel 2-4 times annuallyWho you are:Bachelor’s Degree in business, marketing or related field5+ years wholesale experience within the beauty industry (color cosmetics preferred) or CPG company2+ years experience working with Ulta Beauty with strong understanding of how to be successful in their environmentAnalytical mindset with excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to derive actionable insights from data.Strong project management skills with the ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced environment.Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams. Deep understanding of negotiation techniques and marketing tacticsAbility to create and deliver effective presentationsStrong computer and analytical skills. Specifically, Microsoft Office excel and PowerPointThis role will be based in Sherman Oaks from Tuesday - Thursday each week or remote in Chicago.The annual salary range for this position is $95k-$115k. As a Contractor, payroll may be done through an agency partner.#J-18808-Ljbffr