Trade Marketing Manager
Budapest, Hungary
Run the brand like it's yours.
In Marketing here, you don’t just work on a brand, you run it. From day one, you are expected to operate with the autonomy and accountability of a business owner. That means balancing two extremes: you need the creative vision to shape a brand’s identity, alongside the operational grit to manage a complex portfolio and drive daily execution.
Skills you'll sharpen here
- Big idea creation
- Brand building
- Content creation
- Marketing literacy
- Marketing strategy
- Omnichannel experience design
As well as these, L'Oréal employees are upksilled in AI fluency, data fluency, and critical thinking.
Inside the operation
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What does being a marketer here mean?
Marketing is the strategic heart of our business. You will steer cross-functional teams to turn strategy into reality. With 37+ brands, the scale is massive and the expectations are high. If you want full accountability for both the big ideas and the bottom line, here is where you can do it. Consider this one of the best entry points to a career with us. We're not looking for beauty lovers or experts. We're looking for go-getters with an entrepreneurial spirit.
Trade Marketing Manager
Budapest, Budapest, Hungary
Hello, we’re L’Oréal. We’re not just building brands - we’re shaping how the world experiences beauty, and it takes a lot of great talent to do it. Right now, we’re looking for someone to fill one of our most exciting roles: Trade Marketing Manager for the Consumer Products Division (CPD).
Intrigued? Keep reading—this might be the opportunity you’ve been searching for.
JOB DESCRIPTION
- Craft winning strategies: Develop and execute innovative trade marketing strategies that drive brand growth and achieve ambitious cross-category business objectives.
- Retailer partnerships: Translate our marketing vision into impactful, results-driven retailer programs, meticulously managing budgets and achieving commercial targets.
- Market insights: Contribute valuable field intelligence to shape brand-specific activities in collaboration with marketing and commercial teams (especially Key Account Managers). This includes developing compelling trade presentations and channel-specific strategies.
- Bring ideas to life: Lead the design and execution of eye-catching point-of-sale (POS) materials, ensuring they perfectly align with our marketing plans.
- Optimize for success: Streamline and improve processes, connecting marketing activities with the commercial team to guarantee flawless in-store execution, precise timing, optimal planograms, and effective promotion recommendations.
- Lead & grow: Foster a culture of expertise and innovation, actively supporting organizational changes and improvements.
REQUIREMENTS:
- University degree
- Min. 3 years of experience in trade marketing, sales, or marketing
- Leadership experience is a plus
- Fluency in English
- A proactive, organized, and results-oriented approach
- Adaptable, open-minded, and a team player
WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU
- A place for you to leave your comfort zone and grow beyond your potential (here, you’ll be encouraged to try new things and take risks!)
- Real responsibility from day 1, there’s no sitting on the sidelines at L’Oréal
- An environment where people of every ethnicity, social background, age, religion, gender and sexual orientation as well as people with disabilities are accepted, can speak up, will thrive and are celebrated!
- A place where you can contribute to something bigger! Many of our brands have societal/environmental causes to make concrete difference.
- 1-year contract with extension possibility
- Flexible working hours, regular home office (2x per week)
- Benefits such as extra vacation, 3 sick days, sport card, discount on all products and many more...
WHO WE ARE
L’Oréal Consumer Products Division's mission is to democratise the best of beauty, and for us, beauty has to be sustainable. We embrace and enhance emerging trends to create the most relevant and sustainable beauty products and experiences, making them accessible to each and every one across the globe, thanks to our diverse portfolio of brands.
We’re committed to guaranteeing inclusive recruitment processes and to advocating for hiring and promoting each candidate in an ethical and equitable way. The Group strictly prohibits discrimination against any applicant for employment because of the individual’s gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, visible and/or invisible disabilities, socio-economic and/or multicultural origins, health conditions, age, religion, or any other characteristics protected by law.
- Reference number: 260378
- Location: Budapest, Hungary
- Date posted: 11/05/2026
- Employment type: Full-time
- Professional field: Marketing
- Type of contract: Permanent
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AI Charter: our pact
Why a Pact? At L’Oréal, innovation has been in our DNA for over 115 years. As we invent the future of beauty, we see Artificial Intelligence as a powerful co-pilot, with the firm belief that technology must always serve people. This pact is our commitment to you: we want to be transparent about how we use AI during the recruitment journey, and we invite you to use it in a way that showcases your unique talents. Above all, we believe in a journey that is ethical, transparent, and human.
View our AI Charter (opens in new window)Your marketing journey: no single path for all
At L’Oréal, we believe your growth is as unique as your ambition, and your journey here is never static. We provide an infinite playground where you can build a "Portfolio of Careers" across our 4 divisions and 37+ global brands, moving seamlessly within our playground of possibilities.
- Marketing roles such as like Product Management, Campaign & Content Management, Online Management etc
- A geographic scope such as local market or zone or global (DMI)
- Transversal growth: into different functions such as commercial, digital or general management
- Strategic leadership: growing into roles such as Marketing Director or General Manager
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What our people say
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What we bring to the table
Please note: The exact benefits can vary depending on your country.
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A Competitive Salary to Secure Your Talent
Our Share & Care commitment ensures you receive a competitive monthly salary that stands out locally, recognizing your contribution to our success.
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Your Health & Well-being First
You'll have access to medical coverage and a range of wellness resources, including mental health support, to ensure you feel your best.
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Unlock Your Potential
From day one, you get full access to our global learning platform with over 10,000 courses to build the skills for your future career.
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Flexibility for a Balanced Life
Find your perfect balance. We offer a hybrid work model and flexible arrangements, so you can manage your professional and personal life effectively throughout your career.
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The Ultimate L'Oréal Experience
Get generous discounts on our entire portfolio of iconic brands and be the first to try our latest product innovations.
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Thriving Community
Enjoy a dynamic work environment designed for connection and growth. From modern, collaborative offices to exciting social events, you'll be part of an ultra-connected network.
Think you’d be a great fit? We’d love to see you apply.
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