Job title: category manager
key responsibilities
* drive commercial strategy for assigned category, ensuring alignment with brand promise and customer needs.
* partner with internal teams and external brands to deliver exceptional results in both stores and online.
* track omni-channel category performance against set kpis, monitor trends, and make recommendations to drive growth.
* analyse weekly and monthly sales data at brand and category level, identify risks and opportunities, and build action plans to drive results.
* conduct market mapping to identify new brands and prepare business cases for new partnerships.
* lead new brand set-up and launch planning with key internal stakeholders.
* negotiate and review trading terms and contracts, ensuring productive assortments aligned with commercial goals.
* build and execute annual brand plans, including launch calendars, sales targets, and joint business plans with suppliers.
* manage brand execution on ecommerce platforms and work with digital teams to optimise online performance.
* plan and secure animation opportunities in-store and online to deliver customer-centric, commercially effective campaigns.
* partner on new store floorplans and existing store retrofits to optimise brand placement and space productivity.
* collaborate on planogram management, stock management, order planning and delivery schedules to ensure strong execution.
* support the senior category manager in key meetings, deputise where needed, and oversee the workload of assistant category managers and category administrators.
* support and develop junior team members to achieve their goals and drive business success.
requirements
* proven experience in the beauty industry with strong commercial acumen.
* ability to build and maintain outstanding brand relationships, negotiate successful deals, and manage categories for maximum impact.
* analytical skills, with attention to detail and a passion for delivering best-in-class customer experiences across every touchpoint.
* collaborative mindset, excellent communication skills, and adaptability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
* significant beauty industry experience with 6+ years in buying or brand/category management.
* confidence in analysing data and translating insights into commercial action.
* deep understanding of the beauty industry, ecommerce, and high street retail.
* strong relationship-building skills with brands and partners at all levels.
* comfort with change and ambiguity, with a self-motivated and proactive approach.
* meticulous attention to detail and a drive for continuous improvement.
* collaborative spirit, ready to partner across departments to achieve shared goals.
* creativity and problem-solving ability with a logical, structured approach.
* credibility, articulation, and confidence in delivering clear recommendations and presentations.
benefits
* join a community that values authenticity and diversity.
* work in a culture of empowerment, learning, and growth, offering tools, space, and opportunity to learn, innovate, and lead.
* find fulfillment in work that makes a difference, from delighting clients to inspiring the industry.
* be part of a company that has been surprising and delighting clients since 1969.
* enjoy an unconventional approach to customer interactions, in-store and online.
other information
lvmh is a dynamic, entrepreneurial company that values collective ambitions. We encourage our talents to push boundaries and champion a curious, audacious state of mind. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in nurturing every individual with a growth mindset and development opportunities, consistently empowering them to reach their full potential.