Brand Manager

Join the creative force behind iconic beauty brands! At Professional Beauty Systems, we’re proud to be a leading UK manufacturer at the heart of the hair and beauty world. For over 40 years, our innovative products have been loved by professionals and consumers alike — and today, our brands are shining in more than 70 countries across the globe. We’re on the lookout for a passionate, driven, and creative Brand Manager to join our fast‑paced, forward‑thinking marketing team and help shape the future of our brands.

What You’ll Do

Reporting to the Head of Marketing, you’ll take the lead on all brand marketing, commercial and promotional activity — driving growth, innovation, and engagement across your portfolio. You’ll:

• Use your commercial insight to hit brand targets and uncover exciting new opportunities for growth worldwide.
• Take ownership of the end‑to‑end brand journey, from strategy to execution.
• Collaborate closely with your Digital Content team and wider departments to bring campaigns to life.
• Develop and deliver brand strategies, marketing plans, and standout product launches.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver the annual brand plan, executing key activities that drive growth and visibility.
• Take ownership of brand spend and ensure every investment drives measurable results.
• Develop new products in line with business goals, customer needs, budgets, and critical paths.
• Conduct market and competitor research to identify opportunities, trends, and challenges.
• Manage all brand collateral and ensure timely distribution.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, suppliers, and internal teams.
• Lead cross‑functional project teams to deliver campaigns on time, on brand, and within budget.
• Manage product and promotional costings with precision to ensure profitability.
• Support sales initiatives and global distribution strategies to strengthen brand presence worldwide.
• Drive brand expansion into new markets, championing awareness and consistency.
• Oversee brand exhibitions and act as the gatekeeper of brand guidelines.
• Collaborate with operations to manage stock, reduce write‑offs, and improve efficiency.

About You

You’re an experienced Brand Manager who loves a challenge and thrives on creativity, collaboration, and results. You combine strategic thinking with commercial awareness and have a genuine passion for beauty and innovation. You’ll bring:

• Proven experience in a brand management or marketing role.
• A passion for hair and beauty products (bonus points if you’ve worked in the industry!)
• Strong presentation and communication skills, with confidence in front of senior stakeholders and retailers.
• A high level of commercial acumen and analytical thinking.
• The ability to multi‑task, prioritise, and follow processes effectively.
• Impeccable organisation and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint.
• A degree in Business or Marketing (additional marketing qualifications are a plus).
• A positive, can‑do attitude, paired with creative flair and a sense of fun.

Benefits

• Fantastic discounts on professional hair and beauty products.
• Early finish on a Friday.
• Company Charity raising money for children’s charities and having lots of fun in the process! With an employer match scheme.
• Employee support programme – our people are at the heart of everything we do – if you need help we are here to help.
• Weekly on‑site personal training class.
• Free on‑site parking.

Why Join Us?

At Professional Beauty Systems, you’ll be part of a friendly, driven, and supportive team where creativity and collaboration are celebrated. We’re passionate about what we do — and we love working with people who bring that same energy. If you’re ready to take ownership of a thriving brand, shape its future, and grow your career in a global beauty business — we’d love to hear from you.