Position: Manager, Business Development
Location: New York City (Hybrid: Up to 4 days in office)
Reporting to: Senior Director, Business Development
Type: Full time
OVERVIEW
About Soko Glam: Soko Glam is a pioneering leader in the beauty industry, dedicated to helping people discover and embrace their best skin. We foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous growth across all aspects of our business. As we continue to expand our reach and influence, we are looking for a driven and strategic leader to join our team as Business Development Manager. This role will be instrumental in spearheading high-growth initiatives, accelerating expansion in the K-Beauty space by cultivating strong partnerships with brands and retailers.
Job Summary:
We are looking for a Business Development Manager who thrives in a dynamic environment and has a strong background in strategic planning, financial modeling, and project management. This is an exciting time at Soko Glam, and we are moving fast!
We’re seeking a visionary growth strategist who can identify new opportunities, anticipate market trends, and develop innovative strategies to drive long-term expansion. In this role, you will be a key part of high-growth initiatives in the K-Beauty space, working closely with the Senior Director of Business Development.
Responsibilities will include business and market analysis, managing cross-functional initiatives, and supporting executive-level decision-making to drive growth and enhance ROI. Strong presentation skills will be essential, as you’ll be responsible for communicating insights and strategies to internal stakeholders and external partners.
If you're a forward-thinking leader with a passion for innovation and strategic growth, we'd love to hear from you!
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Lead and manage high-impact projects across different departments, ensuring timely and successful execution.
- Conduct quantitative analysis and financial modeling to support strategic planning and decisions.
- Collaborate with senior management to develop business strategies that align with company goals and ensure strong ROI.
- Serve as a liaison between cross-functional teams and executive leadership, facilitating communication and project updates.
- Solve complex problems that arise during project implementation, applying innovative and effective solutions across a variety of business functions.
- Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and effectiveness across the business.
- Monitor workstream outcomes, reporting on results, ROI, and impact on overall business metrics to senior stakeholders.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business, Finance, or a related field.
- Minimum of 3-5 years experience in management consulting, corporate strategy, business operations, investment banking, private equity, venture capital, or related Chief of Staff roles. Industry experience is preferred.
- Proven track record of successful project management and experience leading cross-functional teams.
- Strong financial modeling skills and experience developing business growth strategies.
- Excellent problem-solving abilities and a strategic, analytical mindset.
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, capable of working with and presenting to executive-level stakeholders.
WHY JOIN SOKO GLAM?
- Be part of a dynamic, fast-growing company that is redefining beauty through innovation and community.
- Collaborate with a passionate team committed to excellence and pushing creative boundaries.
- Opportunity to impact and grow a well-loved skincare brand’s market presence significantly.
- Thrive in an environment that values creativity, strategic thinking, and proactive problem-solving.
In accordance with the applicable law, the following represents a good faith estimate of the minimum and maximum compensation range for this position:
The estimated compensation range for this role is $80,000 - $115,000.
- There may be future opportunities for continued pay progression based on continued strong performance in the role.
- Full-time positions are also eligible for a competitive compensation and benefits package that include medical health insurance, 401K, Paid Time Off, Life Insurance and Long Term Disability leave, and a range of other benefits.
- Learn more at the Soko Glam Career page.
Compensation for the role will be determined based on permissible, non discriminatory factors such as a candidate’s qualifications, skills, and experience.
We are an Equal Employment Opportunity (“EEO”) Employer. It has been and will continue to be a fundamental policy of Soko Glam not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, marital status, partnership status, domestic violence victim status, sexual orientation, age, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, veteran or military status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, caregiver status, unemployment status or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state and/or local laws. This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, demotion, compensation, training, working conditions, transfer, job assignment, benefits, layoff, and termination.