Senior Category Manager - Cosmetics (225-806)

As a Senior Category Manager specializing in Cosmetics, you will play a pivotal role in driving the strategic direction and execution of our cosmetics category. Your expertise will be crucial in optimizing the product assortment, sales margins, and market share growth. You will conduct in-depth market research, assess consumer trends, and collaborate with key stakeholders to develop and implement category strategies. Working closely with suppliers and vendors, you will negotiate terms and secure advantageous deals that align with our brand goals. Your role will also involve analyzing sales data, monitoring competitor activity, and ensuring product selections meet consumer demand and brand objectives. Your strategic insights and leadership will be instrumental in placing our brand at the forefront of the cosmetics industry.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic category plans to enhance sales and profitability.
• Analyze market trends and consumer behavior to identify growth opportunities.
• Lead negotiations with suppliers to secure competitive terms and conditions.
• Collaborate with marketing teams to plan and execute promotional activities.
• Monitor and assess competitor activities to adjust category strategies proactively.
• Optimize product offerings based on customer insights and market analysis.
• Manage inventory levels to ensure product availability and reduce excess stock.
• Develop strong relationships with vendors to improve product selection and pricing.
• Ensure compliance with brand standards and regulatory requirements in product selections.
• Prepare and present performance reports to senior management and stakeholders.
• Mentor and guide junior category managers and team members in best practices.
• Oversee pricing strategy to maintain competitive positioning and margin objectives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field preferred.
• At least 5 years of experience in category management, ideally within the cosmetics sector.
• Strong analytical skills with a track record of leveraging data insights for decision-making.
• Excellent negotiation skills with a history of securing favorable supplier agreements.
• Proven ability to develop and implement effective category management strategies.
• Strong leadership qualities with experience in managing and developing teams.
• Proficiency in using Microsoft Office Suite and category management software tools.