Category Manager; Perfumes & Cosmetics

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze data and market insights to identify industry and consumer trends
• Develop long-term strategies for product category growth
• Develop exit strategies for underperforming products
• Build strong relationships with vendors to achieve competitive pricing and quality services
• Ensure product availability by placing appropriate orders based on consumer demand
• Determine category positioning to maximize visibility and consumer appeal
• Work closely with marketing teams on pricing and promotional activities
• Collaborate with buyers and merchandisers to expand and optimize product categories
• Forecast product demand to maintain sustainable inventory levels
• Take responsibility for category budgets and revenue performance

• Proven experience as a Category Manager or in a similar role.
• Experience in Category Management, preferably within Perfumes, Beauty, Luxury, or FMCG.
• Strong commercial and analytical skills.
• Excellent negotiation and supplier-management experience.
• Strong understanding of sales, margins, profitability, and category growth.
• Bachelor s degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field.

• Strong analytical and strategic thinking.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Good understanding of data analysis and forecasting methods.
• Strong commercial mindset with a solid understanding of marketing and sales principles.