Category Manager

At Sephora, beauty is about feeling seen, valued, and empowered, individually and collectively. It is connecting deeply with others, celebrating diversity and inclusivity, unlocking your potential and making a difference every day. Together, we belong to something beautiful.
As part of the Offer Department, Category Team, you will excel and enjoy this position if you are ready to actively handle the following missions:

Building the marketing mix: assortment, Price, promo and Product animation standing market developments, customer expectations & purchase behavior and analyzing competition.
Scout and manage new launches and new brands with a full lead of 360° plan (in store set up, price, promotion, communication)
Coordinate & support the other departments in the implementation of the strategy through clear sales guidelines
Develop animations bringing innovation and local big ideas to differentiate within the market
Establish trust relationships and co-create strategy with brands
Piloting brands Sell-in, Sell-out and stock in monthly forecast per brand according to Négociation team guidelines, Supply Chain and Finance
Negotiate with the suppliers and create trust relationships with them in order to maximize their support in Stores selling operations
Data analysis (sales, consumer, market report.) to take out insights to build category strategy
Manage and empower the Category team

Who we are looking for:

Financial skills
Performance & Commercial focus
Proven experience as a Category Coordinator or in a similar role
Excellent analytical and data interpretation skills
Experience in managing new product launches and developing 360° plans
Ability to build and maintain trust relationships with brands and suppliers
Leadership skills to manage and empower the Category team

How to be successful in the role and at Sephora:
By staying results-oriented and proactive in this fast-paced and dynamic environment, you'll contribute to the success of Sephora.
Here, you will find:

Community: authenticity is embraced, and the strength of our differences fuels our collective spirit
Working Environment: modern offices with break/relax areas for your well-being in the center of Milan. Enjoy our extraordinary planning of activities, such as Annual Convention, team buildings, etc.
Work-life balance: smart working and flexible hours
Culture of empowerment, learning & growth: you will have the tools, space and opportunity to learn, innovate and lead
Meaningful Rewards: competitive tailored welfare offers, free beauty product gifts and access to discounts on Sephora and LVMH products
Work that brings fulfillment: from delighting clients every day, to inspiring our industry at large, every action makes a difference
Sephora Stands: positive social and environment impact activities organized by our “Sephora Stands” committee

Join us and belong to something beautiful.
Sephora is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace for all. We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, advancement, or other employment practices. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating and fostering an inclusive environment for all employees.
Sephora’s stores offer passionate beauty fans across the world a privileged freedom to touch and test products since 1969. The House provides a superior selection of quality products and always keeps pace with the latest trends. The house is built upon the exceptional talents of its beauty professionals who create a perfect environment for adventurous clients who want to experiment and learn.

With the innovative range of products in the Sephora Collection, its distinctive stores and bold commitment to new ideas, the House is always able to surprise and delight its clients. At every touch point with its clients, in store and online, Sephora provides an unconventional approach which has made it the most loved beauty community in the world.
Crafting Dreams Starts With Yours
At LVMH, people make the difference in the art of crafting dreams. Our people fuel our dynamic, entrepreneurial culture. We value collective ambitions, encouraging 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. We are actively committed to positive impact through an inclusive environment that supports and gives back to our talented community. Join us at LVMH, where your talent is at the heart of our collective successes.
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