Created 36 years ago, the PCA Group of Companies (PCA) is a privately-owned, global beauty holding company. Currently being led by the founders and the next generation of the family, the Group spans ~1500 employees in 5 geographic locations around the world, focused on omnichannel distribution and fulfillment for the beauty category. Multiple subsidiaries with a distinct leadership, business direction, and separate financial structure.

Role Summary:

The Junior Brand Manager supports the end-to-end management of assigned brands within The PCA Group of Companies’ distributed brand portfolio. This role is responsible for assisting in the execution of brand strategies, managing day-to-day brand operations, supporting sales and marketing initiatives, and coordinating cross-functional efforts to drive profitable, sustainable growth.

This position is ideal for a high-potential, detail-oriented professional with foundational experience in brand management, account coordination, or client services—particularly within beauty, wellness, fashion, or CPG—who is ready to grow into broader ownership and strategic responsibility.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support day-to-day management of assigned brands across retail, e-commerce, and DTC channels, serving as a primary point of contact and escalating strategic decisions as needed
• Assist in building and executing annual brand plans, go-to-market strategies, and growth initiatives
• Monitor daily sales, inventory, and performance metrics; analyze trends, risks, and opportunities, and share insights with cross-functional partners
• Review and optimize product detail pages (PDPs) to ensure content accuracy, competitive positioning, pricing, and strong customer experience
• Track inventory levels, flagging low stock, out-of-stock risks, and demand shifts tied to promotions or campaigns
• Maintain awareness of competitive activity, category trends, and market dynamics, sharing relevant insights with leadership
• Support ROI and profitability analysis for marketing and promotional efforts, identifying opportunities for optimization
• Manage brand tasks and timelines within project management tools, ensuring initiatives, follow-ups, and deliverables stay on track
• Prepare weekly, monthly, and quarterly performance summaries, dashboards, and brand updates for internal stakeholders and brand partners
• Collaborate closely with Sales, Marketing, Purchasing, Creative, Logistics, and Finance teams to support launches, promotions, and operational readiness
• Assist with brand onboarding, new item setup, forecasting, and expansion into new channels or markets
• Ensure accuracy, consistency, and compliance of brand content, documentation, and approvals across all channels
• Build a strong understanding of each brand’s positioning, guidelines, products, and distribution strategy while staying informed on industry and beauty/wellness trends

Qualifications:

• High school diploma required; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred
• 2–4 years of experience in brand management, account management, client services, or a related role
• Experience within beauty, wellness, personal care, fashion, or CPG strongly preferred
• Strong organizational, communication, and follow-up skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Analytical and detail-oriented, with proficiency in Excel or Google Sheets and experience creating clear, effective presentations
• Comfortable using project management tools such as Asana, Monday.com, or similar platforms
• Proactive self-starter with a solution-oriented mindset and eagerness to learn
• Collaborative and adaptable, with the ability to work cross-functionally and support senior leaders effectively

What we offer:

• Phenomenal discounts on products within the beauty industry and beyond
• Medical, Dental, and Vision along with supplemental benefits available after 60 days
• 401 (k) available after 1 year of service with up to a 4% match
• 12 days PTO and Paid Holidays
• Salary is commensurate with experience, $22.00 - $25.00 per hour

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion or belief, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, marital or domestic partnership status, sexual orientation, sex, gender identity or expression, age, disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. The PCA Group of Companies recognizes and values the benefits of a diverse workforce.