Senior Manager, Stylist Relations

Company: Amika, LLC
Location: New York
Posted on: March 4, 2025

Job Description:

amika means friend. we're a fearless, Brooklyn-born, salon-raised haircare brand + a friend to all hair, hairstylists, the planet + you.we're rooted in clinical results. each product is infused with our intoxicating scent + powered by our superfruit soul, sea buckthorn. known as one of earth's most omega-rich plant sources, this potent berry nourishes your skin, scalp + strands.we're a proud pal to the planet + certified B-Corp. from sustainably sourced ingredients + recyclable packaging to our energy-saving production processes, we pledge to reduce our greenhouse gas emissions, waste + energy to reach Net Zero by 2030.having grown up in salons, we know better than anyone how important stylists are-they're our confidantes + community. Think of us as your at-home hairapist, here to empower self-expression + bring joy to your haircare experience. all hair is welcome.the job:we are seeking a highly motivated and dynamic Senior Manager of Stylist Relations to join our team at amika. in this role, you will be responsible for managing and cultivating relationships with our network of celebrity/macro stylists and haircare professionals, while also driving the growth of our overall stylist community. you will work closely with both internal teams and external partners to ensure amika is top-of-mind for stylists + ensure amika's positioning as a salon brand is clear to consumers.the ideal candidate is a strong communicator, highly organized, and passionate about the haircare industry.salary:$120,000 - $140,000 + bonuslocation:NY or LA (must be based in + have the right to work in the US)what you'll do:

• Continuously engage and cultivate long-term, meaningful relationships with amika's network of stylists (across all creator tiers) to strengthen brand advocacy.
• Act as main point person for amika's stylist collective, ensuring their satisfaction and continued partnership with the brand. Coordinate product seeding, red carpet styling collaborations, events, and content + photoshoot deliverables. Collaborate with Education + Events team on coordinating stylists' schedules.
• Support the Senior Director on management and execution of amika's mid-tier + micro professional influencer communities, including discovery, contract negotiation, strategic briefing, creative approval, and performance reporting. Heavy focus on TikTok and Instagram partnerships that support overarching brand and marketing initiatives.
• Work cross-functionally with amika's social media, professional marketing, education, integrated media, and brand marketing teams to fuel departmental needs and ensure that stylist selection, messaging and deliverables are aligned with brand goals.
• Collaborate closely with Director of Professional Marketing on strategies to build brand love + advocacy with stylist community, clearly bringing to life amika's professional marketing efforts + resources.
• Partner with Integrated Media team to brief + review creator content from trade media partners, ensuring content meets brand + industry best practices.
• Contribute to detailed monthly and campaign-specific reports for stylist initiatives, tracking KPIs and providing actionable insights for cross-functional teams.
• Proactively conduct ongoing stylist discovery research and recruitment to ensure continued growth of multiple stylist community groups based on marketing objectives.
• In partnership with Senior Director + Director of Professional Marketing, plan + execute stylist events, pop-ups, and activations + represent the brand in a professional way.
• Stay connected with best practices, emerging social media platforms, strategies, and industry standards related to influencer marketing, public relations, and social media and how they can connect to overall brand strategies.must haves:
• 6-8 years of experience working in influencer marketing, ideally at a professional haircare brand.
• Proven track record of strong results.
• Strong familiarity with Tribe Dynamics, Octoly, or similar tools.
• BA/BS in Marketing, Advertising or Communications preferred.
• Strong knowledge of all social media platforms.
• Strong project management skills, including the ability to align and collaborate cross-functionally.
• Extremely organized, detail-oriented, and can multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent time management skills to meet tight deadlines and accommodate for shifting priorities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Creative problem-solver who is solutions-oriented with a positive attitude and can-do approach.
• Strong analytical skills to evaluate success of campaigns, content and programs.
• Excellent creative judgement to identify future on-brand partnerships and content.
• A passion for beauty and knowledge of influencers is a must.
• Experience in international influencer partnerships and markets a plus.ready to apply?please click the link below that will bring you to our careers page where you can submit your application + resume (cover letter optional). a member of our team will be in touch soon!
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