Brand Business Director

Brand Business Director - Czech Republic, Slovakia, and Hungary

Hello, we're L'Oréal,

We're not just building brands, we're shaping how the world experiences beauty (and it takes a lot of cool jobs to do it).

Intrigued? Keep reading, this might be the opportunity you've been searching for.

A Day in the Life

As theBrand Business Directorfor the Czech Republic, Slovakia, and Hungary hub, you will be the driving force behind the success of several key L'Oréal brands within the Consumer Products Division. Reporting directly to the General Manager, you will lead a team of 15 marketing professionals, shaping brand strategies, driving digital transformation, and mentoring a high-performing team in a dynamic and competitive market.

• Strategic Leadership: Develop and execute comprehensive brand strategies aligned with global vision, while tailoring them to the unique opportunities and challenges of the Central European market.
• Multi-Channel Growth: Drive brand growth across all channels, including e-commerce, owned stores, and retail partnerships, identifying new opportunities and optimizing existing ones.
• Digital Transformation: Champion digital initiatives, leveraging online platforms and CRM strategies to enhance consumer engagement and loyalty.
• Team Leadership & Mentorship: Inspire and mentor a multicultural marketing team, fostering collaboration and a results-driven culture.
• P&L Management: Analyze performance, identify growth levers, and implement strategic initiatives to maximize profitability and market share.

We Are Looking For

You are a visionary leader with a passion for building brands and driving growth in a fast-paced, dynamic market.

• Proven Track Record: Demonstrated success in delivering strong business results over a given brand, with a deep understanding of P&L drivers and the ability to implement effective action plans.
• Strategic Expertise: Experience in developing and executing multi-channel marketing strategies, including digital transformation initiatives.
• Leadership & People Development: Strong leadership and mentorship skills, with a proven ability to build, inspire, and motivate high-performing teams.
• Communication & Collaboration: Excellent communication skills, with the ability to drive change through collaboration and a sense of empathy.
• Budget Management: Experience in managing and allocating budgets effectively to maximize ROI.

Requirements:

• At least 8 years of business experience, ideally within the beauty or FMCG industry.
• A proven track record of success in brand building and business results.
• A Master's degree is preferred.
• Fluency in English is essential.

What's In It For You

• A place for you to leave your comfort zone and grow beyond your potential (here, you'll be encouraged to try new things and take risks)
• Real responsibility from day 1, there's no sitting on the sidelines at L'Oréal
• An environment where people of every ethnicity, social background, age, religion, gender, and sexual orientation, as well as people with disabilities, are accepted, can speak up, will thrive, and are celebrated
• A place where you can contribute to something bigger Many of our brands have societal/environmental causes to make a concrete difference.

Who We Are

L'Oréal is present in 150 markets on five continents. For more than a century, L'Oréal has devoted itself solely to 'Create beauty that moves the world'; it is now the industry world leader with EUR42 billion consolidated sales. Together, we solve complex challenges at scale, while making sure we stay committed to making the world a more inclusive and a better place for everyone & our planet.

We're committed to guaranteeing inclusive recruitment processes and to advocating for hiring and promoting each candidate in an ethical and equitable way. The Group strictly prohibits discrimination against any applicant for employment because of the individual's gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, visible and/or invisible disabilities, socio-economic and/or multicultural origins, health conditions, age, religion, or any other characteristics protected by law.