Director, Retail Mktg & Visual Merchandising

LUXURY BRAND PARTNERS L• US,

6d•$150,000 - $170,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Luxury Brand Partners is seeking a Director of Retail Marketing & Visual Merchandising to lead global retail marketing strategy and visual merchandising for ONE/SIZE across key retail partners, including Sephora, Boots, and other international accounts in more than 35 countries. The role connects go-to-market strategy with retail experiences, translating brand and product priorities into programs and physical environments intended to build awareness, conversion, sell-through, and long-term brand equity. As a member of the Sales team, the Director partners cross-functionally to deliver cohesive, commercially effective brand experiences across domestic and international markets. The role is primarily remote, with a hybrid schedule requiring occasional in-person work in Culver City, California. Candidates must be based in Los Angeles, able to work core Pacific hours, and have reliable internet and a dedicated workspace. Approximately 5–10% travel is expected to retail partners and international markets. The Director leads retail go-to-market planning and integrated retail programs, and develops global visual merchandising strategy and creative concepts. The position oversees visual merchandising projects from concept and design through production, logistics, and installation; manages retail marketing and visual merchandising budgets and external partners; tracks commercial performance; and develops one direct report. It requires at least 10 years of relevant experience, including demonstrated experience in both retail marketing and visual merchandising, ideally within beauty or consumer retail.

Requirements

10+ years of experience in retail marketing, visual merchandising, shopper marketing, or related roles within beauty or consumer retail, with demonstrated experience across both retail marketing and visual merchandising.
Proven experience working with Sephora and/or prestige beauty retail accounts.
Track record of developing retail marketing programs and visual merchandising strategies that strengthen brand presence, drive sell-through, and deliver measurable commercial results.
Experience in international or multi-market retail environments and understanding of regional differences in consumer behavior, retail execution, and go-to-market strategy.
Strong creative sensibility and understanding of visual merchandising, retail design, spatial concepts, and physical brand experiences.
Ability to lead complex cross-functional projects from strategy and concept development through execution while managing timelines, budgets, and external partners.
Experience managing and developing talent, setting priorities, providing constructive feedback, and fostering accountability.
Strong analytical, communication, project management, and organizational skills, including the ability to turn data and insights into actionable strategies.
Ability to build relationships and influence cross-functional stakeholders and external retail partners while balancing strategic leadership with hands-on execution.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment with shifting priorities and commitment to quality, creativity, and attention to detail.
Must be based in Los Angeles and able to work core Pacific hours.
Reliable internet connection and a dedicated remote workspace free from significant distractions.
Ability to travel approximately 5–10% to retail partners and international markets.

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting global or regional accounts, including Sephora US and Sephora EU/UK or other international prestige retailers is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Own end-to-end retail go-to-market planning and execution for launches, hero product initiatives, and seasonal campaigns across domestic and international markets in partnership with Brand Marketing.
Develop integrated retail marketing programs across in-store and digital channels, including sampling, events, consumer activations, and retail experiences.
Ensure retail programs deliver brand storytelling and consumer experiences that strengthen brand differentiation, engagement, conversion, and sell-through.
Partner with Global Brand Marketing, PR, Special Events, and Creative teams to execute campaigns and consumer activations in retail environments.
Build relationships with Sales teams and retail partners, collaborating on joint business planning, launches, exclusives, seasonal programs, and incremental marketing opportunities.
Partner with retailer e-commerce teams to improve online brand presentation and product storytelling and drive digital sell-through.
Adapt global marketing strategies to regional retail environments and retailer requirements; understand retailer programs and opportunities in sampling, education, trade marketing, and PR.
Develop and execute global visual merchandising strategies that elevate ONE/SIZE’s in-store presence and reinforce brand positioning.
Translate creative direction, brand priorities, and product stories into distinctive physical retail experiences.
Lead creative development for retail displays and experiences, including gondolas, wall units, endcaps, freestanding displays, pop-ups, and new store openings.
Partner with Creative, Product Marketing, and Sales to develop concepts and consumer journeys that connect product, campaign, and brand storytelling while balancing global consistency and regional adaptation.
Oversee visual merchandising projects from concept and design through visualization, prototyping, production, logistics, and installation, ensuring delivery is on-brand, on time, and on budget.
Guide creative development using briefs, mood boards, renderings, and prototypes, ensuring execution meets approved design direction and brand standards.
Manage multiple global rollouts and balance creative vision with retailer requirements, consumer behavior, production feasibility, budgets, and timelines.
Explore materials, technologies, formats, and interactive experiences to elevate the consumer journey and brand presence at retail.
Serve as the primary visual merchandising contact for global retail partners, regional teams, and distributors; present concepts, gather feedback, and align on creative direction and implementation.
Coordinate with Sales, international stakeholders, agencies, fabricators, manufacturers, and installation teams to support global execution.
Develop and maintain global visual merchandising guidelines, toolkits, and training materials to communicate design intent and ensure consistent brand representation.
Evaluate merchandising effectiveness and gather partner and field-team feedback to identify improvement opportunities.
Manage global visual merchandising budgets with Finance and Operations, including resource allocation, vendors, purchase orders, production costs, and delivery.
Track retail performance, sell-through, conversion, promotional effectiveness, and program ROI to inform future strategies.
Manage retail marketing budgets and external agency and vendor partnerships to support commercial objectives.
Lead and develop one direct report through clear direction, coaching, and professional growth opportunities.
Build cross-functional partnerships across Brand Marketing, Creative, Product Marketing, Sales, Finance, Operations, and international teams.
Establish project plans, timelines, and workflows to support alignment, accountability, and consistent execution across markets.

Benefits

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance, along with additional ancillary benefits.
Flexible spending and health savings accounts (FSA/HSA).
Employer-paid life insurance, with optional supplemental life insurance available.
Employer-paid long-term and short-term disability.
Access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
10 vacation days to start, 4 fixed personal days, and 5 sick days, subject to applicable state law.
12 paid holidays.
Paid parental leave.
Summer Fridays between Memorial Day and Labor Day.
401(k) with company match.
Monthly technology allowance.
Eligible for an annual discretionary bonus.
Quarterly sample boxes featuring company brand products.
Employee referral program with rewards.