Brand Market Specialist - Norfolk, VA

As a Brand Market Specialist with Beauty Barrage, your primary responsibilities include achieving sales targets for assigned brands, representing these brands within your territory, and building strong relationships with store teams. Additionally, you’ll conduct product demonstrations, educate staff on brand products, and ensure that merchandising meets our company standards. Your role is essential in creating brand awareness and positively impacting the sales experience in stores.

To qualify as a Brand Market Specialist at Beauty Barrage, you should have previous beauty retail experience, a passion and knowledge of the beauty industry, and excellent interpersonal skills. The ability to motivate both yourself and your team is crucial. Additionally, you'll need to be available to work weekends, own a vehicle for travel within your assigned territory, and occasionally lift or move up to 40 pounds.

The work schedule for a Brand Market Specialist at Beauty Barrage is quite flexible, with hours fluctuating monthly based on the brands' and retailers' needs. You can expect to work anywhere from 0 to 20 hours a month. This seasonal opportunity is designed for individuals who appreciate a varying schedule and are adaptable.

Beauty Barrage is committed to the growth of its Brand Market Specialists by offering competitive pay, opportunities for elevated product education and training, and full scheduling support. As the company continues to grow at an impressive rate, there are also ample chances for career advancement, making it an exciting place to build a long-term career in the beauty retail space.

As a Brand Market Specialist with Beauty Barrage, you’ll enjoy various benefits, including competitive pay, the opportunity to accrue PTO, full scheduling support, and chances to meet brand founders. You will also get the opportunity to work with multiple brands across various beauty categories, fostering a diverse and enriching work experience.

To achieve sales goals as a Brand Market Specialist, you should focus on understanding the products thoroughly and developing strong relationships with store associates. Utilize in-store product demonstrations to engage customers and create excitement around the brands you're representing. Consistent communication with team members and providing feedback about in-store performance also contributes significantly to surpassing sales objectives.

In a situation where store staff is disengaged, I would take the time to understand their perspective and build rapport through friendly conversations. Demonstrating the value of our products and sharing sales success stories can help them see the potential benefits of engaging with the brand. Offering to provide training sessions can also empower staff and change their outlook towards our products.

Certainly! Product demonstrations are a key part of engagement in retail. My experience includes creating interactive demonstrations that highlight the product features while encouraging customer participation. I make it a point to tailor demonstrations based on the audience's preferences, ensuring a memorable experience that translates into increased sales.

Currently, we see a strong trend towards sustainable and clean beauty products. Consumers are increasingly seeking products that are eco-friendly and ethically sourced. Understanding this trend allows me to align our sales strategies with customer preferences, ensuring our brands are positioned effectively in stores.

I would regularly assess merchandise display in stores and ensure that products are well-organized and visually appealing. This would involve communicating with store management about merchandising standards and providing them with guidance on effective product placement. Consistent follow-ups and feedback loops help in maintaining those standards over time.

I keep myself informed about beauty industry trends by following leading beauty blogs, attending trade shows, and networking with industry professionals. Engaging in online communities and social media platforms allows me to exchange insights and ideas with fellow beauty enthusiasts, which helps me stay ahead of emerging trends.

My motivation in the beauty industry comes from a genuine passion for helping people feel confident and beautiful through innovative products. Being part of a collaborative and fast-paced environment where creativity thrives is incredibly fulfilling. I also love the dynamic nature of the industry, which allows me to continuously grow and learn.

Absolutely! At my previous position, I organized a training session where I demonstrated the unique benefits of our new product line. By involving the store associates in hands-on product trials and highlighting the positive customer feedback we've received, I successfully motivated them to promote our products more enthusiastically, which led to a noticeable increase in sales.

Building successful relationships with retail teams relies on communication and establishing trust. I prioritize taking the time to listen to their experiences and insights, as well as being transparent about our intentions. Additionally, showing appreciation for their efforts and celebrating joint successes strengthens the partnership.

I believe I would be a fantastic fit for the Brand Market Specialist position at Beauty Barrage due to my strong background in beauty retail, my passion for the industry, and my interpersonal skills. My ability to connect with customers and store staff, coupled with a results-driven mindset, equips me to drive sales and strengthen brand presence effectively.