Junior Category Manager

Responsibilities:

1. Assist the Category Managers in developing the business plan of the category in line with the strategic objectives of Faces.
2. Formulate and continuously monitor progress and alignment on the category.
3. Assist the production of the annual calendar for the brands promotions, launches, etc.
4. Takes ownership of gross margins & drives an optimal sub-category mix to influence growth.
5. Prepare regional monthly reports for major brands and groups about their performance at the store level and consolidated level, highlighting the following:
6. Monitor the achievement of partnership rebates.
7. Guide the financial analyst on reports on beauty retail competition at local and regional level on a regular basis.
8. Coordinate the splitting of the budget by brand or by category at the store level and translate the budget into basket KPIs.
9. Liaise with the marketing department on key figures for digital work and animation.

What You’ll Need To Succeed:

1. 2-3 years’ experience in a junior role in category management, handling data and reporting within the beauty industry.
2. Retail Affinity & Understanding.
3. Business & Commercial Acumen.
4. Ability to work with multi-brand and in a fast-paced environment to adapt to business needs.