Brand Manager - Premium Skincare

JOB TITLE: BRAND MANAGER

EMPLOYMENT TYPE: FULL TIME REMOTE (With potential travel to Australia)

BASE LOCATION: MUMBAI

WORKING HOURS: FLEXIBLE (Occasionally as per AEST Timings)

WEEK OFFS: SATURDAYS & SUNDAYS

Who We Are:

KSRA (pronounced k-SAH-ra) is a premium clinical botanical skincare brand blending Indias botanical heritage - saffron, neem, ashwagandha - with modern clinical science. Developed and clinically proven in Australia, KSRA is set to launch in Australia (Feb 2027) and India (Apr 2027) before expanding globally.

Founded by a seasoned skincare executive with 15+ years of experience leading and scaling international beauty brands, KSRA offers a rare opportunity to join at the ground floor of a global premium skincare success story.

Role Overview:

We are seeking a dynamic Brand Manager to lead KSRAs commercial launch and marketing strategy across two key markets. This role combines business development, retail partnerships, and marketing leadership, offering direct collaboration with the founder and a genuine stake in building a globally recognized brand.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Commercial Growth & Partnerships:

- Develop and manage relationships with premium retailers (e.g., Mecca in Australia, leading distributors in India).

- Lead retailer presentations, negotiations, and commercial agreements.

- Identify and onboard strategic distribution partners across Australia, India, and international markets.

- Represent KSRA at trade shows, industry events, and global networking forums.

2. Marketing Leadership:

- Oversee and guide the marketing team to deliver impactful brand campaigns.

- Shape KSRAs retail sales story, launch toolkit, and digital presence.

- Drive storytelling and brand positioning aligned with KSRAs premium identity.

- Ensure marketing execution supports both DTC and retail launches.

3. Strategic Expansion:

- Collaborate with the founder on launch planning and market expansion strategy.

- Build a strong pipeline for international growth beyond Australia and India.

What Success Looks Like (First 12 Months):

- Secure partnerships and terms with key prestige retailers.

- Deliver KSRAs retail launch toolkit and marketing campaigns.

- Establish Indias distributor/importer of record.

- Lead a successful DTC and retail launch in both Australia and India.

- Build a scalable framework for global expansion.

Candidate Profile:

- 5+ years experience in premium beauty, skincare, or prestige consumer brands.

- Strong retailer and buyer relationships.

- Proven commercial acumen and negotiation skills.

- Experience leading or collaborating with marketing teams.

- Excellent presentation, storytelling, and communication skills.

- Entrepreneurial mindset with a passion for building brands.

What We Offer:

- Competitive remuneration (2540 LPA).

- Performance-based incentives.

- Long-term equity participation.

- Direct access to experienced founders and advisors.

- A genuine opportunity to build a globally recognized premium skincare company.