Manager, Brand Partnerships and Collaboration

tarte™ is the pioneer of high-performance naturals™ & one of the fastest growing cosmetic companies in the U.S. Nearly 25 years ago, founder & CEO Maureen Kelly set out to create a cruelty-free line of easy-to-use, life-proof products packed with good-for-you ingredients that deliver real results without compromise. Each item is developed without the icky, bad stuff (like parabens, mineral oil, phthalates, & more) & with the best naturally-derived ingredients Mother Nature has to offer. The brand is 85% vegan (with 100% vegan skincare!) & proud to be the #1 concealer brand in the US.* tarte™ is committed to sharing its passion for skinvigorating™ ingredients with the world: it has in-store presence in over 20 countries & online at tarte.com, shipping to over 50 countries worldwide!

But tarte™ doesn't stop there. Giving back has always been a part of the brand's DNA. tarte is committed to lifting up others, having cleared thousands of teacher wishlists & mentoring future leaders & entrepreneurs through the tartelette U & internship programs & the shape your future™ small business awards. In 2017, tarte™ founded heart to tarte™, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization to help support causes like female empowerment, underserved communities, environmental conservancy, animal rescue, disaster relief & health & wellness initiatives. tarte also sustainably sources ingredients directly from cooperatives, & in 2019 helped fund the creation of an all-female maracuja cooperative in the Rainforest.

Are you a force of nature who thrives in a fast-paced environment? Do you want to contribute to tarte's mission of offering cruelty-free, eco-chic cosmetics chock high-performance natural™ ingredients? If so, we'd love to hear from you!

Manager, Brand Partnerships and Collaboration

Tarte cosmetics is seeking a dynamic and creative Brand Partnerships and Collaboration Manager to join our team. This role will be responsible for identifying and securing strategic partnerships with like-minded brands for brand trips, product mailers, launches, promotions, and social events. You will report to the Senior Director of Influencer and Media relations, and work closely with our marketing and product development teams to ensure that these collaborations align with tarte's brand values and business objectives.

Responsibilities:

• Identify and evaluate potential brand partners across categories that align with tarte's mission, values, and target audience – including but not limited to products, services, venues, resorts, etc.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders from partner brands.
• Collaborate with internal teams to conceptualize and execute co-branded campaigns, including product launches, promotional activities, and social media events.
• Coordinate logistics for brand trips and events, ensuring a seamless and impactful experience for all participants.
• Manage the production and distribution of co-branded product mailers to influencers, media, and other key stakeholders.
• Monitor and analyze the performance of partnership campaigns, providing insights and recommendations for future collaborations.
• Stay abreast of industry trends and competitor activities to identify new partnership opportunities.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in brand partnerships, influencer marketing, or a similar role within the beauty or fashion industry.
• Proven track record of developing and executing successful partnership campaigns.
• Strong network of contacts within the beauty and lifestyle industries.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to think creatively and strategically, with a keen eye for detail.
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to work independently, multitask and meet deadlines.
• Passionate about the beauty industry and aligned with Tarte's brand values.

Our Perks:

• Salary range: $80-100K (Compensation will depend on a variety of factors, including but not limited to skill level, relevant work experience & education)
• Medical, dental, vision, 401K plan & access to health & wellness programs
• Paid vacation, holidays, summer Fridays, birthdays off, volunteer time & more
• Makeup gratis, employee discount on tarte.com, team give back initiatives
• Friendly, fun, creative & collaborative work environment