The PCA Companies

Junior Brand Manager

The PCA Companies

full-time

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Location Type: Office

Location: New York City • New York • United States

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Salary

💰 $22 - $25 per hour

Job Level

Junior

About the role

  • 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

Requirements

  • High school diploma required; Associates or Bachelors 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
Benefits
  • 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

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard skills
brand managementaccount managementclient servicesanalytical skillsdetail-orientedproficiency in Excelproficiency in Google Sheetspresentation skillsinventory managementROI analysis
Soft skills
organizational skillscommunication skillsfollow-up skillsproactive self-startersolution-oriented mindsetcollaborativeadaptableability to manage multiple prioritiescross-functional teamworksupporting senior leaders
Certifications
high school diplomaAssociates degreeBachelors degree