L'Oréal 2025 - Senior Key Account Manager (LUXE)

Senior Key Account Manager – LUXE Division

Location : SA and SSA

Department : LUXE

Reports To : Chief Growth Officer

Role Summary

The Senior Key Account Manager for the Luxe Division will be a strategic and results‑driven professional responsible for cultivating and managing relationships with L’Oréal’s most prestigious and high‑value retail partners. This role is paramount to driving significant market share growth, enhancing brand equity, and ensuring the exquisite execution of our Luxe portfolio within a highly competitive and discerning market. The successful candidate will be an expert in luxury retail dynamics, possess exceptional negotiation skills, and demonstrate a profound understanding of consumer behaviour in the premium beauty sector. This individual will act as a pivotal link between L’Oréal’s Luxe brands and our key accounts, ensuring mutual success and long‑term strategic partnerships.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Account Management

Develop and execute comprehensive, bespoke account strategies that align with L’Oréal’s Luxe brand objectives and the unique needs of each key account.

Establish and nurture robust, long‑term relationships with senior stakeholders (buyers, merchandisers, marketing teams, senior management) at key retail partners.

Achieve and exceed ambitious sales targets, revenue objectives, and profitability goals for the assigned key accounts.

Collaborate closely with internal marketing, brand, and supply‑chain teams to ensure perfect execution of brand strategies, product launches, and promotional activities.

Work cross‑functionally with various internal departments (marketing, finance, supply chain, education) to ensure cohesive strategy execution.

Qualifications

Minimum of 7–10 years of progressive experience in Key Account Management, National Account Management, or Sales Management within the luxury goods, prestige beauty, fashion, or high‑end retail sectors.

Required Skills & Competencies

What We Offer

A challenging and rewarding role within the world’s leading beauty company, specifically in its prestigious Luxe Division.

Opportunity to work with iconic luxury brands and shape their presence in key retail channels.

Competitive salary, bonus scheme, and comprehensive benefits package.

Extensive opportunities for professional development and career growth within a global organisation.

To Apply

Please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are the ideal candidate for this Senior Key Account Manager role within our Luxe Division.

Duration : 01 December – 28 February 2026

Seniority level

Not Applicable

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Sales, Advertising, and Other

Industries

Manufacturing and Personal Care Product Manufacturing

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