Benefit Cosmetics General Manager, LATAM

San Francisco • USA

Monday, May 12, 2025

Benefit Cosmetics, a subsidiary of the LVMH Group, is renowned for its innovative and playful approach to beauty. As part of the prestigious LVMH portfolio, Benefit Cosmetics offers unparalleled opportunities for career growth within the luxury beauty sector, fostering a dynamic and inclusive work environment that champions creativity and excellence.

1. Develop and execute a comprehensive market strategy for the LATAM region, balancing short-term performance with long-term brand equity and sustainable growth.
2. Act as the strategic liaison between the San Francisco headquarters and the LATAM market, adapting global priorities to align with local business realities.
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. Strategically allocate capital and headcount to maximize return on investment and business impact.
7. Leverage deep market knowledge to shape strategic decisions, challenge assumptions, and anticipate emerging trends.
8. Cultivate and maintain influential relationships with key retail partners and industry stakeholders.
9. Enhance brand visibility through robust media presence, digital engagement, and influencer partnerships.

1. Proven General Manager experience in a similarly scaled or entrepreneurial consumer brand, preferably within beauty, fashion, or lifestyle sectors.
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 with a successful track record in managing and growing a profitable P&L.
6. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word); experience with financial systems, CRM, and retail analytics platforms is advantageous.

1. Strategic leadership and vision setting
2. P&L management and commercial acumen
3. Market analysis and consumer insight
4. Relationship building and stakeholder management
5. Media and digital engagement
6. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and relevant financial systems

Minimum of 5 years of experience 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/perks; life insurance; disability insurance; flexible spending accounts.

Benefit Cosmetics fosters a vibrant and inclusive workplace culture that encourages innovation and creativity. As part of the LVMH Group, the company values diversity and offers a supportive environment for professional growth and development.