Benefit Cosmetics General Manager, LATAM

San Francisco • USA

Friday, May 9, 2025

Benefit Cosmetics, a distinguished brand within the luxury conglomerate LVMH, is renowned for its innovative approach to beauty and cosmetics. As part of LVMH, Benefit Cosmetics benefits from the vast resources and global reach of one of the world's leading luxury goods companies, offering employees unparalleled opportunities for professional growth and development in the beauty industry.

1. Develop and execute a comprehensive market strategy balancing short-term performance with long-term brand equity and sustainable growth.
2. Serve as the strategic liaison between San Francisco headquarters and the LATAM market, adapting global priorities to local business needs.
3. Identify and activate high-impact growth opportunities across various channels, partners, and categories.
4. Lead the LATAM business with full P&L accountability, driving sales, managing margins, and ensuring profitability.
5. Optimize pricing, trade terms, and promotional strategies in collaboration with retail partners and internal stakeholders.
6. Allocate capital and resources strategically to maximize return on investment and business impact.
7. Leverage deep LATAM market knowledge to inform decisions, challenge assumptions, and anticipate emerging trends.
8. Build and maintain influential relationships with key retail partners and industry stakeholders.
9. Enhance brand visibility through media presence, digital engagement, and influencer partnerships.

1. Proven General Manager experience in a similarly scaled or entrepreneurial consumer brand, preferably in beauty, fashion, or lifestyle.
2. In-depth market knowledge of the LATAM beauty and retail landscape, including key players, trends, and consumer behaviors.
3. Bachelor's degree required; MBA or advanced business education preferred.
4. Demonstrated strategic leadership with the ability to set direction and inspire high-performing teams.
5. Proven commercial acumen and success in managing and growing a profitable P&L.
6. Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with financial systems, CRM, and retail analytics platforms is advantageous.

1. Strategic leadership and vision setting
2. Market analysis and trend forecasting
3. Relationship building and stakeholder management
4. Financial acumen and P&L management
5. Digital engagement and media strategy
6. Cross-functional team leadership

Minimum of 5 years in a General Manager role within a consumer brand, with a focus on the LATAM market.

Bachelor's degree required; MBA or advanced business education preferred.

Target salary range in California is $235,000 - $285,000 annually, with eligibility for an annual bonus.

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision plans; 401(k) plan with employer matching; various paid time off programs; employee discounts and perks; life and disability insurance; flexible spending accounts.

Benefit Cosmetics fosters a dynamic and innovative workplace culture, encouraging creativity and entrepreneurial spirit. As part of the LVMH family, employees are immersed in a collaborative environment that values diversity, inclusivity, and professional development.