Training Manager - MNC Premium Cosmetics

Shanghai 全职 RMB400,000 - RMB550,000 per year View Job Description
Reporting to the Brand Director, this role will spearhead the development and execution of comprehensive learning programs to empower brand stewards, promoters, and retail teams to authentically present our brand identity in customer-facing environments. The Training Manager will be responsible for crafting engaging, channel-agnostic training frameworks that deepen brand expertise, elevate in-store execution, and foster sustainable consumer engagement.
  • Report directly to the Brand Director
  • Independently responsible for the training of the brand

About Our Client

This organisation is a well-established company within the retail industry, specialising in high-quality products and services. With a significant presence in the market, the company is committed to fostering excellence and supporting employee development.

Job Description

Global Education & Training Partnership

  • Deliver bi-annual training progress reports to HQ, analyzing regional performance trends and strategic insights to foster alignment between global objectives and local market execution.
  • Act as a strategic feedback conduit for HQ-cascaded training tools, evaluating regional applicability and advocating for localized adaptations to address cultural, operational, or linguistic gaps.

Training Strategy Development

  • Jointly develop a region-specific education and training roadmap in collaboration with Retail, Marketing, and Commercial teams, integrating brand priorities, channel-specific needs, and performance targets.
  • Establish transparent communication protocols and stakeholder engagement frameworks to ensure cross-functional alignment on training initiatives, timelines, and resource allocation.
  • Optimize resource allocation by managing the annual training budget, prioritizing high-impact programs, and balancing global/local material procurement costs.

Training Design & Delivery Excellence

  • Culturally adapt global training frameworks for brand/market/channel relevance, addressing time, budget, and infrastructure constraints while preserving core brand messaging.
  • Curate and procure training resources, including:
  1. HQ-provided materials and incentives aligned with annual forecasting cycles.
  2. Ingredient samples, digital tools, or external vendor partnerships to enhance experiential learning.
  • Develop localized training assets to fill critical gaps in HQ-provided content, ensuring cultural nuance and regional regulatory compliance.
  • Deploy multichannel engagement strategies, leveraging offline (classroom, in-store coaching) and online platforms (webinars, e-learning modules) to standardize brand terminology, service protocols, and CX excellence across omnichannel touchpoints.
  • Maintain dynamic communication channels (newsletters, portals, huddles) to keep brand ambassadors, distributors, and trainers informed of brand updates and practices.

Training Delivery Management & Performance Optimization

  • Orchestrate logistics coordination, from venue selection to travel planning, maximizing budget efficiency and participant engagement.
  • Implement centralized inventory systems for training materials, overseeing distribution, storage, and tracking across regional hubs and external facilities.
  • Generate post-training impact assessments, combining quantitative metrics (skill proficiency, sales uplift) and qualitative feedback to refine programs and propose agile iterations to the annual plan.
  • Conduct rigorous outcome evaluations against KPIs (e.g., customer satisfaction scores, conversion rates) to validate ROI and inform commercial strategy adjustments.
  • Execute ad-hoc projects as assigned, including pilot programs, crisis response training, or cross-departmental knowledge-sharing initiatives.

The Successful Applicant

* Experience: 6-8 years of experience in a similar position at a regional level, coming from the cosmetics or FMCG Industry, preferably with some years of experience specifically in beauty and cosmetics.

* Education: Degree holder and/or have professional training credentials.

* Languages: Able to train and facilitate workshops in English and Mandarin.

* Competencies and Specific Knowledge required:

* Ability to travel about 35% of the time.

What's on Offer

  • Competitive annual salary
  • Incentive package offering an additional 12% + 15% based on performance.
  • Permanent role with long-term career growth opportunities.
  • Engaging work environment in Shanghai with a focus on professional development.
  • Comprehensive benefits package, including training and development resources.



If you are ready to take on an impactful role as a Training Manager within the Cosmetics Retail industry, we encourage you to apply today!

Contact
Paco Ma
Quote job ref
JN-062025-6764613
Phone number
+86 21 6062 3043

Job summary

Function
Retail & Sourcing
Specialisation
Retail Training
What is your area of specialisation?
FMCG (Fast Moving Consumer Goods)
Location
Shanghai
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Paco Ma
Consultant phone
+86 21 6062 3043
Job Reference
JN-062025-6764613

Diversity & Inclusion at Michael Page

We don't just accept difference - we celebrate it. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply for this role and are committed to building inclusive, diverse workplaces where everyone can thrive. If you require any support or reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.