Country Manager US; m​/f​/d

About Yepoda

Our mission is to bring Clean K-Beauty Innovations, from Korea straight to Europe, UK, and the US, without ever compromising on our values, quality, and sustainability. Our clean, mindfully produced skincare products are made with love in Korea, vegan, cruelty-free, and packed with the best natural and active ingredients.

Founded in 2020 by Sander Joonyoung van Bladel and Veronika Strotmann, Yepoda is a fast-growing beauty start-up based in the heart of Berlin. Our products are available across Europe and, since March 2025, at Sephora Europe, online and in over 250 stores. As a certified B Corp™, we are committed to building a business with purpose. With a team of over 120 brilliant individuals from around the world, we are actively shaping Yepoda’s story every day.

We’re looking for a Country Manager for the US to drive Yepoda’s growth in the market. You’ll own the business end-to-end, working across strategy, P&L, marketing, partnerships, and execution to scale the brand and build a strong local community.

Market Leadership & P&L Management

• Take full P&L responsibility for the market, ensuring profitable and sustainable growth.

• Develop and implement the local business strategy in alignment with Yepoda’s global goals.

• Monitor KPIs and financial performance, adjusting plans to meet targets.

Influencer & Community Marketing

• Lead influencer marketing efforts to drive brand awareness, community engagement, and sales.

• Build and maintain relationships with top-tier and micro-influencers relevant to the beauty and lifestyle space.

• Oversee campaign planning, execution, and performance analysis.

Partnership Development

• Identify and pursue strategic partnerships (e.g., retail, media, brand collaborations) that enhance Yepoda’s visibility, brand perception, and growth in the market.

• Negotiate and manage partnership agreements to maximize mutual value.

Cross-Functional Leadership & Market Advocacy

• Act as a strong internal cross-functional project lead
  , bringing together teams across operations, product, marketing, and logistics to deliver market-specific initiatives.

• Ensure the local market’s needs are represented and acted upon across operations, product, marketing, and brand.

• Drive alignment between HQ and local execution, ensuring timely and effective delivery of cross-functional projects.

Market Analysis & Strategy

• Continuously analyze market trends, customer behavior, and competitive landscape, and translate those insights into actionable strategies for growth.

• Provide regular insights and strategic recommendations to leadership.

• 7+ years of experience in marketing, business development, or general management, ideally in beauty, D2C, or consumer lifestyle industries
  .

• Proven track record of P&L ownership and delivering growth in a fast-paced environment.

• Strong expertise in influencer marketing and social media ecosystems
  .

• Excellent cross-functional project leadership skills — able to align and mobilize teams to deliver impact.

• Strong negotiation and partnership management skills.

• Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to operate both strategically and execute hands-on.

• Analytical, data-driven decision-making capabilities.

• Fluent in English

• Dynamic Environment
  :
  The opportunity to work in a start-up environment surrounded by a passionate and dedicated team.

• Accelerate Your Career
  :
  Take on responsibility from day 1, with room for professional growth and advancement as the company continues to expand.

• Inspiring Workspace
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  Located in the heart of Berlin's Prenzlauer Berg, a dog-friendly office, with free drinks and snacks.

• Hybrid Working: We understand that sometimes you get more stuff done from home and need a change of scenery.

• We Value Diversity: We seek to build an inclusive workplace that welcomes people from all different backgrounds. A welcoming, international, dedicated team with flat hierarchies and trust by default.

• Employee Discounts: You’ll get to enjoy the Yepoda products at a discount and share it with friends and family to keep your glow going!

• Unique add-ons
  :
  Enjoy an Urban Sports membership package to help you stay active and healthy.

Would you like to be part of the team? Then we'd love to hear from you! 🫰✨

Make sure to apply by clicking on the “Apply for this job” button below. Please upload your CV and Cover Letter in English language. Our Talent Acquisition team will review your application and get back to you as soon as possible.

At Yepoda we are dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals, regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, national origin, citizenship, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, parental status, disability, or any other status protected by applicable law.