KAO Karriere Arbeitsplätze

Founded in Japan in 1887, Kao is passionate about making a difference in people’s lives with our high-quality products and services to create a Kirei Life for all – a beautiful life that respects the needs of our consumers and customers as well as the planet. We never compromise on quality and craft our products with care for the consumer and the environment. As a company driven by purpose and strong corporate values, we pride ourselves to be listed among the World´s Most Ethical Companies since 16 consecutive years. Our corporate philosophy, the Kao Way, guides us in everything we do – acting with integrity, courageously driving innovation, and treating each other with trust and respect. The Role: The Channel Strategy & Marketing Analyst has a strategic and analytical role within the Marketing team. This position supports the Channel Strategy & Marketing Manager and contributes directly to the company’s commercial and marketing activities. The Analyst prepares sales and performance analyses, coordinates marketing projects, and provides essential support to the Sales and Marketing teams to ensure effective execution of business initiatives. Responsibilities: Sales & Marketing Analysis Conduct regular and detailed analysis of sales results and marketing performance across all business channels. Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and customer behavior to provide actionable insights that support strategic decision-making Campaign & Product Launch Support Collaborate closely with the Channel Strategy & Marketing Manager on planning and executing product launches and promotional campaigns. Develop comprehensive marketing and sales support materials, including presentations, catalogues, sell-in decks, product sheets, and POS materials to ensure consistent brand messaging Local Marketing Project Coordination Coordinate and support local marketing initiatives and campaigns, working in partnership with the Channel Strategy & Marketing Manager and Sales team. Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and aligned with overall business objectives Promotional Offer Management Take full responsibility for the preparation and implementation of the bi-monthly SPO promotional offer featured in Salon News magazine, ensuring content is accurate, engaging, and effectively drives sales. External & Internal Collaboration Maintain close collaboration with external agencies and suppliers to guarantee high-quality and timely delivery of marketing assets. Support internal stakeholders by preparing reports, presentations, and strategic business reviews, and contribute to the creation of the quarterly internal newsletter to keep teams informed and aligned. What you will bring: University degree in Economics, Business or Marketing required. 2–4 years of experience in marketing, sales or business analysis Experience in the professional beauty or luxury industry is an advantage Strong analytical and organizational skills with attention to detail. Proficiency in MS Office (especially Excel and PowerPoint) Experience with graphic design software is an advantage. Excellent communication skills. Ability to manage multiple tasks, set priorities, and meet deadlines. Fluent Czech (native level) and English at least at B2 level. Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and external partners. How we work: Having been selected among the World´s Most Ethical Companies for 16 consecutive years, we are a company with a purpose and strong corporate values. We never compromise on quality and craft our products with care for the consumer and the environment. At Kao, each employee can actively shape their job and their career. We work collaboratively to achieve our common goals, always aiming to deliver the best for our customers. What we offer: A friendly and flexible work environment with competitive salaries, benefits package, ongoing development and the opportunity to enhance your skills and deliver tangible results. At Kao your voice will be heard. Your opinion really counts. We believe that change comes from taking opportunities into your own hands, so we value and reward entrepreneurial thinking and innovation. Hiring Process: Kao embraces the diversity and the individual personalities of its people because we believe it is diversity that makes us strong. This is why we welcome applications from all areas of the global community. Want to learn more: If you feel you are as unique as our products and want to find out why 33,000 people across the globe opted for a career with us please visit our Americas website (https://www.kao.com/americas/en/) or EMEA website (https://www.kao.com/emea/en/) https://www.kao.com/emea/en/privacy/

Společnost Kao byla založena v Japonsku v roce 1887 a s vášní usiluje o to, aby svými vysoce kvalitními produkty a službami pozitivně ovlivňovala životy lidí a vytvářela Kirei Life pro všechny – krásný život, který respektuje potřeby našich spotřebitelů a zákazníků, stejně jako potřeby planety. Nikdy neděláme kompromisy v kvalitě a naše produkty vytváříme s maximální péčí o spotřebitele i životní prostředí. Jako společnost vedená jasným posláním a silnými firemními hodnotami jsme hrdí na to, že jsme již 19 let v řadě zařazeni mezi Nejetičtější společnosti světa. Naše firemní filozofie Kao Way nás provází ve všem, co děláme – jednáme s integritou, odvážně podporujeme inovace a chováme se k sobě navzájem s důvěrou a respektem. Channel Strategy & Marketing Analyst Pozice Channel Strategy & Marketing Analyst má strategický a analytický charakter a je součástí marketingového týmu. Tato role podporuje Channel Strategy & Marketing Managera a přímo se podílí na obchodních a marketingových aktivitách společnosti. Analytik připravuje prodejní a výkonnostní analýzy, koordinuje marketingové projekty a poskytuje klíčovou podporu obchodnímu a marketingovému týmu s cílem zajistit efektivní realizaci obchodních iniciativ. Náplň práce: Provádění pravidelných a detailních analýz prodejních výsledků a marketingové výkonnosti napříč všemi prodejními kanály Sledování tržních trendů, aktivit konkurence a chování zákazníků a poskytování podkladů pro strategická rozhodnutíÚzká spolupráce s Channel Strategy & Marketing Managerem při realizaci uvedení nových produktů na trh a promo kampaníTvorba komplexních marketingových a prodejních materiálů (prezentace, katalogy, sell-in prezentace, produktové listy, POS materiály) s důrazem na jednotnou komunikaci značky Koordinace a podpora lokálních marketingových aktivit a kampaní ve spolupráci s marketingem a obchodním týmem Zajištění dodání projektů včas, v rámci rozpočtu a v souladu s obchodními cíli Plná odpovědnost za přípravu dvouměsíční promo nabídky SPO publikované v magazínu Salon News – s důrazem na správnost, atraktivitu a podporu prodejeÚzká spolupráce s externími agenturami a dodavateli za účelem zajištění vysoké kvality a dodržení termínůPodpora interních stakeholderů prostřednictvím přípravy reportů, prezentací a strategických business review Spoluúčast na tvorbě čtvrtletního interního newsletteru pro informovanost a sladění týmůProfil kandidáta: Vysokoškolské vzdělání v oboru ekonomie, business nebo marketing 2–4 roky praxe v marketingu, obchodu nebo obchodní analýze Zkušenost z oblasti profesionální kosmetiky nebo luxusního segmentu je výhodou Silné analytické a organizační schopnosti, smysl pro detail Pokročilá znalost MS Office (zejména Excel a PowerPoint)Zkušenost s grafickými programy je výhodou Výborné komunikační dovednosti Schopnost řídit více úkolů současně, stanovovat priority a dodržovat termíny Plynulá čeština (rodilý mluvčí) a angličtina minimálně na úrovni B2 Schopnost efektivně spolupracovat v rámci cross-funkčních týmů i s externími partnery Nabízíme: Přátelské a flexibilní pracovní prostředí, konkurenceschopné finanční ohodnocení, balíček benefitů, průběžný rozvoj a příležitost dále rozvíjet své dovednosti a dosahovat konkrétních výsledků. Ve společnosti Kao bude váš hlas slyšet – na vašem názoru skutečně záleží. Věříme, že změna přichází tehdy, když se chopíte příležitostí, a proto si vážíme a odměňujeme podnikavé myšlení a inovace.

Founded in Japan in 1887, Kao is passionate about making a difference in people’s lives with our high-quality products and services to create a Kirei Life for all – a beautiful life that respects the needs of our consumers and customers as well as the planet. We never compromise on quality and craft our products with care for the consumer and the environment. As a company driven by purpose and strong corporate values, we pride ourselves to be listed among the World´s Most Ethical Companies since 16 consecutive years. Our corporate philosophy, the Kao Way, guides us in everything we do – acting with integrity, courageously driving innovation, and treating each other with trust and respect. The Role: The Channel Strategy & Marketing Analyst has a strategic and analytical role within the Marketing team. This position supports the Channel Strategy & Marketing Manager and contributes directly to the company’s commercial and marketing activities. The Analyst prepares sales and performance analyses, coordinates marketing projects, and provides essential support to the Sales and Marketing teams to ensure effective execution of business initiatives. Responsibilities: Sales & Marketing Analysis Conduct regular and detailed analysis of sales results and marketing performance across all business channels. Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and customer behavior to provide actionable insights that support strategic decision-making Campaign & Product Launch Support Collaborate closely with the Channel Strategy & Marketing Manager on planning and executing product launches and promotional campaigns. Develop comprehensive marketing and sales support materials, including presentations, catalogues, sell-in decks, product sheets, and POS materials to ensure consistent brand messaging Local Marketing Project Coordination Coordinate and support local marketing initiatives and campaigns, working in partnership with the Channel Strategy & Marketing Manager and Sales team. Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and aligned with overall business objectives Promotional Offer Management Take full responsibility for the preparation and implementation of the bi-monthly SPO promotional offer featured in Salon News magazine, ensuring content is accurate, engaging, and effectively drives sales. External & Internal Collaboration Maintain close collaboration with external agencies and suppliers to guarantee high-quality and timely delivery of marketing assets. Support internal stakeholders by preparing reports, presentations, and strategic business reviews, and contribute to the creation of the quarterly internal newsletter to keep teams informed and aligned. What you will bring: University degree in Economics, Business or Marketing required. 2–4 years of experience in marketing, sales or business analysis Experience in the professional beauty or luxury industry is an advantage Strong analytical and organizational skills with attention to detail. Proficiency in MS Office (especially Excel and PowerPoint) Experience with graphic design software is an advantage. Excellent communication skills. Ability to manage multiple tasks, set priorities, and meet deadlines. Fluent Czech (native level) and English at least at B2 level. Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and external partners. How we work: Having been selected among the World´s Most Ethical Companies for 16 consecutive years, we are a company with a purpose and strong corporate values. We never compromise on quality and craft our products with care for the consumer and the environment. At Kao, each employee can actively shape their job and their career. We work collaboratively to achieve our common goals, always aiming to deliver the best for our customers. What we offer: A friendly and flexible work environment with competitive salaries, benefits package, ongoing development and the opportunity to enhance your skills and deliver tangible results. At Kao your voice will be heard. Your opinion really counts. We believe that change comes from taking opportunities into your own hands, so we value and reward entrepreneurial thinking and innovation. Hiring Process: Kao embraces the diversity and the individual personalities of its people because we believe it is diversity that makes us strong. This is why we welcome applications from all areas of the global community. Want to learn more: If you feel you are as unique as our products and want to find out why 33,000 people across the globe opted for a career with us please visit our Americas website (https://www.kao.com/americas/en/) or EMEA website (https://www.kao.com/emea/en/) https://www.kao.com/emea/en/privacy/

Founded in Japan in 1887, Kao is passionate about making a difference in people’s lives with our high-quality products and services to create a Kirei Life for all – a beautiful life that respects the needs of our consumers and customers as well as the planet. We never compromise on quality and craft our products with care for the consumer and the environment. As a company driven by purpose and strong corporate values, we pride ourselves to be listed among the World´s Most Ethical Companies since 16 consecutive years. Our corporate philosophy, the Kao Way, guides us in everything we do – acting with integrity, courageously driving innovation, and treating each other with trust and respect. The role The Area Sales Manager is responsible for ensuring that the sales team meets the company’s defined quotas. These include achieving net sales targets, acquiring new customers, and expanding the product portfolio with existing clients. The role also covers responsibility for customer trade terms. Key tasks include assigning sales territories, setting quotas, mentoring and managing the performance of team members, preparing and delivering sales capability trainings, developing and executing sales plans, and continuously strengthening the sales team by improving and optimizing its structure. Responsibilities Formulate strategies and action plans to maximize net sales and profitability of responsible Sales team according to Kao strategies, policies and targets. Ensure focus and meet target of the team on new customer acquisition. Manage, develop, coach, control and motivate the sales force to develop their skill to ensure that a high professional standard according to Kao standard is achieved. Manage Sales team to ensure targets are delivered through people management, performance review, reward and individual recognition Evaluate local market data, customer feedbacks and insights in the own area -Be responsible for reporting and Performance Monitoring of the direct sales channel -Preparation of analyses and presentation Conduct regular sales and business reviews to evaluate Sales team performance. Monitor and ensure a highly efficient tour planning of Sales- and BDM-team. Monitor and stick to the given individual ASM & Team budget (Returns, Credits, ASM Budget etc.)Recruit new staff - focusing on strong sales competencies and ensure that they perform well through coaching and monitoring skill Recruit new staff - focusing on strong sales competencies and ensure that they perform well through coaching and monitoring skill Regular personal contact to the TOP 25 customer within the Sales Area and maintain these relationships. Represent Kao at industry events, customer events etc.Manage, develop, coach, control and motivate the sales force to develop their skill to ensure that a high professional standard is achieve and monthly sales target and KPI target are met Recruit new staff into team focusing on strong sales competencies and ensure that they perform well through coaching and monitoring skill Plan and direct sales team training Monitor the achievement of sales objectives by the sales team, report data to leadership on a regular basis Competencies Confident, Self-Motivated, multi-task individual who requires minimal supervision and can work as part of a team. Strong organizational & planning skills.Analysis - Ability to understand and analyze strategic objectives of the business and develop / implement appropriate plans that deliver to targets set. Highly developed commercial acumen and comfortable with analytics, data and numbers.Strategic Thinking – ability to analyze, understand core areas of opportunity and develop holistic plans to execute change and bring about improved performance/results Decision making – ability to decide fast & smart, in consideration with the company targets. Problem solving attitude.Communication – ability to communicate both verbally and in writing, clear priorities and progress tied to business results and cascade in the team.Customer strategic alignment/execution – ability to make choices on key projects which will have the highest potential for business return. Leadership – leading the Local Sales team, in the defined area, to deliver the given Net Sales targets and individual objectives.Education and other Graduate with Bachelor degree or equivalent with business, marketing and sales or related field of study Experience in Area Sales Management at least 3 years, prior experience in Beauty / Hair industry and/or sales is preferred Must be able to demonstrate sales record (3+ years) at a high level of achievement Experience in managing and directing a sales team Experienced user of MS Office, Outlook and SAP SAP BI knowledge (Business Intelligence)Experience in evaluations of sales KPI’s Strong presentation skills Fluent in Czech and English What we offer: A friendly and flexible work environment with competitive salaries, benefits package, ongoing development and the opportunity to enhance your skills and deliver tangible results. At Kao your voice will be heard. Your opinion really counts. We believe that change comes from taking opportunities into your own hands, so we value and reward entrepreneurial thinking and innovation. Hiring Process: Kao embraces the diversity and the individual personalities of its people because we believe it is diversity that makes us strong. This is why we welcome applications from all areas of the global community. Want to learn more: If you feel you are as unique as our products and want to find out why 33,000 people across the globe opted for a career with us please visit our Americas website (https://www.kao.com/americas/en/) or EMEA website (https://www.kao.com/emea/en/) https://www.kao.com/emea/en/privacy/