Global No.1 Brand Builder!

ㅣ  About Us

The Founders is the company behind K-beauty brands ANUA and FROMLABS, with a mission to become the world's No. 1 brand builder. We're looking for a customer-obsessed teammate who wants to grow fast and make a real impact alongside us. 
As a Global Key Account Manager, you’ll run the retail business for ANUA and FROMLABS with Sephora and Ulta Beauty. You’ll manage everything from account P&L and product planning to promotions and in-store execution, tailored to each market. Brand and channel assignments will be made after you join, based on your experience and strengths.

ㅣ  Why You'll Love This Role

• Own the full lifecycle of global retail partnerships, from launch to day-to-day account management.
• Sharpen your strategic thinking by building market-specific launch and marketing plans.
• Grow your industry network by partnering with key players across the beauty industry, with a clear path toward global brand management and key account leadership.

ㅣ Key Responsibilities

• Own account-level P&L, including sales and budget management
• Plan and manage the marketing calendar for assigned markets and oversee retailer co-op programs
• Develop new products (including gift and value sets) and drive online- and in-store-exclusive assortment strategies
• Plan and execute promotions such as sampling and GWP (gift with purchase)
• Lead seasonal planogram (POG) and visual merchandising (VM) strategy
• Optimize in-store execution and run regular training for beauty advisors (BAs)
• Optimize brand pages on retailer e-commerce sites (Sephora & Ulta) and refresh digital assets on a regular cadence
• Build sales forecasts and analyze sell-out by tracking actual sales against plan

ㅣ Who You Are

• You communicate easily with anyone, on any topic
• You genuinely value teamwork and put it into practice
• You stay calm in new situations and find your own way forward rather than relying on a set playbook
• You adapt quickly and stay positive in unfamiliar environments

ㅣ Requirements

• Professional proficiency in both English and Korean (non-Korean nationals are welcome to apply)
• 2+ years of international sales or key account management experience
• Proven end-to-end experience, from new account development and contract negotiation to store openings and ongoing operations

ㅣ Preferred Qualifications

• Retail operations experience, such as VM, BA training, or gift set development
• Experience working directly with retailers (direct business model)

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ㅣ Hiring Process

[Application Review] -> [Screening Call] -> [Interview] -> [Job Offer]

After all interviews are complete, we will make a decision. If both sides agree that you are a great fit for the position, you will receive a job offer, which we will discuss with you openly.

If successful, you’ll receive a formal offer and details of your role, followed by onboarding support to help you settle into your new career at Thefounders.

• Steps may vary; we'll keep you updated along the way.
• After the resume review, we may ask for additional materials.
• We hire on a rolling basis, posting may close early.
• All new hires start with a 3-month probationary period, paid at 100% of salary.
• Offers may be rescinded if any information provided during the process is found to be inaccurate.

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ㅣ How to Apply

Apply via the Apply button. Please submit:

• Resume (required): Include your proficiency in reading, writing, listening, and speaking, rated as Native, Professional, Conversational, Basic, or Other (please specify).
• Experience summary (required): Key responsibilities and achievements for each role.
• Portfolio (optional)

A few notes:

• International applicants: please include your visa status or work authorization for South Korea.
• If sharing a Notion link, please make sure the sharing settings allow us to view it.
• If your file exceeds 50MB, please share a link (e.g., Google Drive) in the application form.

Questions? Reach us at job@thefounders.kr.

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ㅣ Schedule & Compensation

• Hours: Mon–Fri, standard hours 9:30 AM–6:30 PM KST (lunch 1–2 PM)
• Flexible start: Arrive any time between 9:00 and 10:00 AM (core hours 10 AM–6 PM; can be changed quarterly)
• Compensation: Competitive, based on experience
• Office: The Founders West, Parnas Tower (10F), 521 Teheran-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul. Our HQ campus spans three buildings, all within a 5-minute walk. 
  • • We’ve expanded our headquarters so you can focus on your work in a more spacious, comfortable environment. (All buildings are within a 5-minute walk of each other.)
      
      • - The Founders West: Floors 8 & 10, Parnas Tower, 521 Teheran-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
      • - The Founders East: Floors 2 & 3, K-Beauty Square Building, 502 Yeongdong-daero, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
      • - The Founders South: Floors 8 & 9, Glass Tower, 534 Teheran-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
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ㅣ Benefits

📚 Learning  & Development
Stipend for books and courses - work related

🍭 Daily Snacks
Free breakfast, snacks, coffee, and supplements

💪🏻 Health & Wellness
Annual comprehensive health checkup with a paid half-day off (family sharing),

supplemental medical insurance, pet medical support, mental health counseling, and a fitness support

👨‍👨‍👧‍👧 Life moments
Birthday half-day off and gift, bereavement and family-event leave, family care leave, and flexible hours for parents of young children

🚩 Onboarding
4-week buddy program and cross-team mingling lunches

📆 Flexible PTO
1-hour increments time off

🚓 Late-night work support
Dinner and taxi/rideshare reimbursement when you work late

👑 More benefits
Welcome gift, employee discount on our products, and special paid leave with a recharge stipend for long-tenured team members

The Founders is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds.

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