Retail Marketing Trainee

Profile

At Sephora, beauty is about feeling seen, valued, and empowered, individually and collectively. It is connecting deeply with others, celebrating diversity and inclusivity, unlocking your potential and making a difference every day. Together, we belong to something beautiful. Since its inception in 1969 in Limoges, France, and as part of the LVMH Group since 1997, Sephora has been disrupting the prestige beauty retail industry. Today, Sephora continues to break with convention to drive its mission: champion a world of inspiration and inclusion where everyone can celebrate their beauty. With 56,000 employees in 35 countries, we connect customers and beauty brands within the world’s most passionate beauty community. With a curation of nearly 500 brands, and our own label, Sephora Collection, we offer the most unique and diverse range of products: fragrances, makeup, hair care, skincare... and much more. You will excel and enjoy this position if you are ready to actively handle the following missions : MARKETING ACTIVITIES

• Assist in the coordination of all Instore Retail Elements as per the thematic calendar.
• Assist in all stages of the animation process including design, coordination, production, and execution, ensuring all deadlines are managed and met.
• Support on all VM Guidelines and merchandizing requirements as per Retail Team needs.
• Assist in the maintenance and upkeep of all animation trackers and documents.
• Track, coordinate and store all assets received on a weekly basis as per the activation calendar.
• Coordinate and liaise on LCD/ LED screen facilitation across all markets including resizing and customization of videos to ensure timely and accurate update across stores.
• Send minute meetings out of all meetings with respective and collaborative teams as per weekly and bi-weekly updates.
• Assemble presentation slides as required for key weekly meetings including but not limited to the Weekly Trade Meeting, Category Meetings and Weekly Omnichannel Meetings.
• Assist in the roll out and tracking of all category fixtures across the network.
• Visit the UAE network of stores during thematic launches and other KCP’s to ensure quality and timely installation of animation fixtures.
• Conduct Competitive Store Checks as required TEAM COORDINATION
• Build relationships with key stakeholders of the marketing and operations teams to ensure timelines are met for retail activations.
• Work closely to support the brand activations team for asset tracking and coordination.
• Support on content briefs as required, including building out campaign briefing documents and roll outs.
• Work closely with cross functional teams to ensure smooth facilitation of all deliverables.
• Support Retail Marketing Department with specialty projects and ensure timely execution and delivery. AGENCY/SUPPLIER RELATIONS
• Provide necessary information to the suppliers by way of supplier files, art elements and all other necessary production elements.
• Coordinate with suppliers, contractors, and logistics, with regards to new openings, closing or renovation operations.
• Liaise and coordinate with suppliers and internal teams on smooth developments of special projects. Do not hesitate to apply if you have…
• A university diploma and be fluent In English with excellent MS Office Skills (PowerPoint & Excel). The candidate should also possess strong communication and prioritization skills with the ability to work in a dynamic and fast paced environment. Willing and able to travel within the region.
• Most importantly, the candidate needs to embody the Sephora Culture, DNA and Employee Value Propositions (EVP). They need to have excelled authentic communication, coordination and influencing skills and be energized by working in a fast paced and dynamic environment. Here, you will find:
• Community, in which authenticity is embraced, and the strength of our differences fuels our collective spirit
• Culture of empowerment, learning & growth, that offers you the tools, space and opportunity to learn, innovate and lead
• Work that brings fulfillment. From delighting clients every day, to inspiring our industry at large, every action makes a difference Join us and belong to something beautiful. At Sephora, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating and fostering an inclusive environment for everyone