- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Director
- Department
- Merchandising, Buying & Planning
- Posted
- Sep 22, 2026
About Estée Lauder
Estée Lauder is a global prestige beauty house with a legacy of innovation, elegance, and entrepreneurial spirit dating back to 1946. As an employer, the company offers the opportunity to contribute to a portfolio of admired luxury and beauty brands while upholding high standards of creativity, consumer insight, and excellence. It cultivates a dynamic, inclusive workplace where talent is encouraged to lead with imagination, collaborate across cultures, and grow through learning and mobility. Guided by its heritage and a forward-looking vision, Estée Lauder appeals to professionals seeking meaningful careers in a refined, international, and purpose-driven environment.
The Estée Lauder Companies seeks a strategic, results-driven Director of Luxury Category Marketing to lead integrated, omnichannel marketing for AERIN and Re-Nutriv across North America. This director role is critical in shaping and executing regional marketing strategies that drive brand growth, increase market share, and elevate luxury positioning across key retail and e-commerce channels while managing a high-performing team and fostering cross-functional alignment.
Role & Responsibilities
- Develop and lead North America marketing strategy for AERIN and Re-Nutriv in alignment with global brand direction and regional business objectives, localizing product launches and 360° marketing programs
- Own end-to-end go-to-market strategy for new product launches, hero accelerations, and seasonal campaigns across retail, DTC, and specialty channels in partnership with cross-functional teams
- Drive marketing program execution including media, social, influencer, events, sampling, and in-store experiences while partnering with Visual Merchandising, Sales, and Education teams
- Manage AERIN Long Range Plan and P&L across key cost centers, monitoring category and brand performance to optimize growth and promotional strategy
- Define category and hero product seasonal Merchandise Financial Plan and three-year long-range portfolio strategy for Re-Nutriv and AERIN skincare
- Ensure every consumer touchpoint reflects brand identity and luxury codes through collaboration with Global Brands, Special Events, and PR teams on tentpole activations
- Build strong relationships with EL Sales Team and retail partners, collaborating on joint business plans, exclusives, and high-impact programs
- Manage and develop direct reports while acting as key point of contact between North America and Global Brand, Sales, Finance, and Operations teams
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, or related field; MBA preferred
- 10+ years of progressive marketing experience with strong focus on prestige or luxury beauty in North America
- Deep understanding of North American luxury consumer, retail landscape, and omni-channel strategies
- Proven success in leading 360° marketing plans, launches, and retail activations
- Strong creative and strategic thinking abilities with passion for innovative brand storytelling
- Demonstrated leadership, collaboration, communication, and analytical skills
- Data-driven mindset with ability to analyze campaign results and adjust strategies
Skills
Experience
10+ years of progressive marketing experience in prestige or luxury beauty, with demonstrated success leading integrated 360° marketing initiatives, product launches, and retail activations in the North American market.
Education
Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, or related field required. MBA preferred.
Culture
Estée Lauder fosters a high-performance, collaborative culture rooted in prestige beauty, innovation, and a deep understanding of consumers around the world. As an employer, the company values creativity, entrepreneurial thinking, inclusion, and continuous development, offering employees the opportunity to contribute to iconic brands while growing in a dynamic global environment.
About Cerulean
Cerulean is the definitive career portal for the global luxury industry. We match exceptional professionals with exclusive opportunities at the world's most prestigious brands. From haute couture and fine watchmaking to prestige beauty, hospitality, and boutique retail, Cerulean centralises luxury employment to help you find the career for which you were destined.
Frequently Asked Questions
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