Senior Account Manager, Americas
Huda Beauty, New York, NY, United States
Who We Are:
At Huda Beauty, our Vision is to lead in creating a democratized beauty industry where power is given back to people to define, create, and enjoy beauty for themselves! Launched by award-winning beauty powerhouse Huda Kattan in 2013, Huda Beauty is one of the world’s fastest growing beauty brands. As a company, we are fueled by purpose and not profit, this allows us to approach things differently so that we can create products, content, and a community like no other. A lot has changed since our launch in 2013, but something that will forever remain at the core of Huda Beauty is our focus on business excellence and our unwavering passion for kindness!
Summary: Huda Beauty is seeking an experienced
Senior Account Manager
to join our dynamic team. You will be responsible for maintaining and expanding our business relationship with Sephora and other retailers. Your strong experience and knowledge of Sephora’s operations, product requirements, and customer preferences will be instrumental in achieving sales targets and fostering a mutually beneficial partnership. This position will give the right candidate exposure to many departments within the company and will provide insight and experience into how a beauty brand is managed from the corporate level.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities Account Strategy & Retail Partnership
Develop and execute comprehensive account strategies to achieve sales targets and drive revenue growth in partnership with Sephora
Serve as the primary point of contact between the brand and Sephora, fostering strong, collaborative relationships
Identify business opportunities and risks through deep knowledge of Sephora programs and initiatives; translate insights into actionable growth plans
Drive incremental brand visibility across brick‑and‑mortar stores and Sephora.com
Lead retailer meeting coordination, including calendar management, agenda setting, and preparation of presentations
Partner with senior leadership to plan and execute Market Week and ITK presentations
Support account budget planning and track investment effectiveness and ROI
SKU & Data Governance
Maintain accurate and up‑to‑date product information across retailer portals (e.g., Riversand/Bowser, Ecomundo, K‑Link, Snapstrat)
Ensure regulatory documentation and retailer requirements are complete and compliant
Conduct regular audits to validate SKU attributes, pricing accuracy, and account data
Manage and maintain pricing lists across domestic and international retail partners
Data Analytics & Reporting
Monitor and analyze sales performance, inventory levels, and market trends using internal and external reporting tools
Identify performance drivers, risks, and growth opportunities; develop data‑driven recommendations
Conduct multi‑dimensional business analyses to support strategic planning and decision‑making
Track new product launch performance and provide insights to internal and global stakeholders
Deliver regular business updates through clear and concise reports and presentations
Provide ad‑hoc reporting and analysis to leadership and cross‑functional teams
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field
Minimum of 7‑10 years of experience in account management or sales within the beauty industry; Sephora experience strongly preferred
Demonstrated success meeting or exceeding sales targets and driving sustained business growth
Exceptional communication and relationship‑building skills with both external partners and internal stakeholders
Strong understanding of the beauty landscape, including market trends, competitive dynamics, and consumer behavior
Highly organized with strong analytical, problem‑solving, and decision‑making skills
High proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) and CRM platforms
Strategic, adaptable, and proactive; able to anticipate challenges and respond effectively in a fast‑paced environment
Collaborative team player with a high degree of flexibility and ownership
Benefits
Monthly "Self‑Love Days" — at company discretion
401(k) matching contributions
Premium Medical/Dental/Vision coverage for employee plus dependents
Monthly coaching sessions with our in‑house Success Coach
Employee discounts on all Huda Beauty products
Hybrid working schedules (home & office)
Quarterly product gifting
The pay range for this role is $130k‑$150k. Individual compensation will be commensurate with the candidate’s relevant work experience, skills, qualifications, and location.
Huda Beauty is committed to building diverse and inclusive teams and upholding an equal employment workplace that is free from discrimination. We hire stellar individuals regardless of their race, color, ancestry, religion, gender identity, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, medical conditions, disability, or veteran status. If you need reasonable accommodations at any point in the application or interview process, please let us know.
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Summary: Huda Beauty is seeking an experienced
Senior Account Manager
to join our dynamic team. You will be responsible for maintaining and expanding our business relationship with Sephora and other retailers. Your strong experience and knowledge of Sephora’s operations, product requirements, and customer preferences will be instrumental in achieving sales targets and fostering a mutually beneficial partnership. This position will give the right candidate exposure to many departments within the company and will provide insight and experience into how a beauty brand is managed from the corporate level.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities Account Strategy & Retail Partnership
Develop and execute comprehensive account strategies to achieve sales targets and drive revenue growth in partnership with Sephora
Serve as the primary point of contact between the brand and Sephora, fostering strong, collaborative relationships
Identify business opportunities and risks through deep knowledge of Sephora programs and initiatives; translate insights into actionable growth plans
Drive incremental brand visibility across brick‑and‑mortar stores and Sephora.com
Lead retailer meeting coordination, including calendar management, agenda setting, and preparation of presentations
Partner with senior leadership to plan and execute Market Week and ITK presentations
Support account budget planning and track investment effectiveness and ROI
SKU & Data Governance
Maintain accurate and up‑to‑date product information across retailer portals (e.g., Riversand/Bowser, Ecomundo, K‑Link, Snapstrat)
Ensure regulatory documentation and retailer requirements are complete and compliant
Conduct regular audits to validate SKU attributes, pricing accuracy, and account data
Manage and maintain pricing lists across domestic and international retail partners
Data Analytics & Reporting
Monitor and analyze sales performance, inventory levels, and market trends using internal and external reporting tools
Identify performance drivers, risks, and growth opportunities; develop data‑driven recommendations
Conduct multi‑dimensional business analyses to support strategic planning and decision‑making
Track new product launch performance and provide insights to internal and global stakeholders
Deliver regular business updates through clear and concise reports and presentations
Provide ad‑hoc reporting and analysis to leadership and cross‑functional teams
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field
Minimum of 7‑10 years of experience in account management or sales within the beauty industry; Sephora experience strongly preferred
Demonstrated success meeting or exceeding sales targets and driving sustained business growth
Exceptional communication and relationship‑building skills with both external partners and internal stakeholders
Strong understanding of the beauty landscape, including market trends, competitive dynamics, and consumer behavior
Highly organized with strong analytical, problem‑solving, and decision‑making skills
High proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) and CRM platforms
Strategic, adaptable, and proactive; able to anticipate challenges and respond effectively in a fast‑paced environment
Collaborative team player with a high degree of flexibility and ownership
Benefits
Monthly "Self‑Love Days" — at company discretion
401(k) matching contributions
Premium Medical/Dental/Vision coverage for employee plus dependents
Monthly coaching sessions with our in‑house Success Coach
Employee discounts on all Huda Beauty products
Hybrid working schedules (home & office)
Quarterly product gifting
The pay range for this role is $130k‑$150k. Individual compensation will be commensurate with the candidate’s relevant work experience, skills, qualifications, and location.
Huda Beauty is committed to building diverse and inclusive teams and upholding an equal employment workplace that is free from discrimination. We hire stellar individuals regardless of their race, color, ancestry, religion, gender identity, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, medical conditions, disability, or veteran status. If you need reasonable accommodations at any point in the application or interview process, please let us know.
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