Manager, Category Management

At Sephora we inspire our customers, empower our teams, and help them become the best versions of themselves.
We create an environment where people are valued, and differences are celebrated.
Every day, our teams across the world bring to life our purpose: to expand the way the world sees beauty by empowering the ExtraOrdinary in each of us.
We are united by a common goal -
to reimagine the future of beauty.
The opportunity:
Across Australia and New Zealand, we have circa 34 stores, a growing online platform and we plan to expand this year on year.
Not only do we offer diverse store opportunities, We also have our head office based in Sydney CBD.
Category Manager
As the Category Manager, you will act as the custodian and champion for your nominated category / categories.
You will shine here if you enjoy...
ANZ Category Performance Tracking and Reporting
Tracking omni-channel category performance (by channel, markets, segments, margin, productivity, brand conversion and stocks management) vs set KPIs
Executing and implementing of programs per the category strategies as defined in budget and strategy planning
Monitoring and identifying new trends, new brands, merchandizing programs, and ad-hoc strategies to optimize category growth and performance
Tracking of sales and category reports of assigned brand within team (including brand insights by segments)
Trading Terms Negotiation and Review
Coordinating and maintaining of brand agreement sign off and subsequent renewals
Developing the annual brand plan including product launch calendar and sales targets
Ensuring a relevant (productive) assortment for each brand in accordance to the set linear productivity measure for the category
Brand / Product Launch Plans
Working with brands on their annual launch plans
Managing new sell-in process: data validation and submission
Liaising and cooperating with all departments to ensure strong launch plans and execution
Managing digital brand and category pages
Animation Planning
Planning and securing key animation slots for brands
Negotiating for check-out sampling aligned with Animation Calendar
Planning animation thematics: product assortment, target and stocks ordering
Negotiating for in store mechanics / promotions or activities to drive sales
Launching and Delisting of Brands
Monitoring and measuring assigned brands performance against category sales and profitability benchmark
Conducting half-yearly rationalization of brands and assortment
Coordinating and executing of launch plan for assigned new brands – Launch Plan, new listing process: sell-in, vendor form, sales forecast, first pipe order, brand deck
Liaising and cooperating with all departments and markets to ensure strong launch plans and execution
Floorplan management, store opening and renovation
Monitoring and conducting regular checks on assigned brand placement / location within stores to be in accordance to category principles
Working with brands on fixtures, stocks and merchandising for new store opening, store renovation and subsequent updates according to launch timing
Planogram management
Ensuring a relevant, optimal assortment by brand according to allocated space
Working with brands to develop logical planograms
Working with supply chain to meet the company's stockholding KPI
Reviewing SOH with supply chain and propose action plans for SKUs with high stockholding and discontinued SKUs
Coordinating with supply chain to ensure deliveries meet launch dates and campaigns
We would love to hear from you if you are/have...
At least 8 years of Account / Brand Management experience, ideally from the beauty / fashion industry
Bachelor's Degree in business or Marketing
Excellent Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint skills
Strong interpersonal communication skills with the ability to influence
Strong analytical skills, and is result-oriented
A keen interest in the beauty industry with a flair for trends and style
Excellent command of spoken and written English
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.
If you consider yourself to require reasonable adjustments to any part of our recruitment process, we invite you to share those requirements with us when completing your application.
We will make every effort to ensure your needs are met to provide a fair and transparent process of assessment.
While at Sephora, you'll enjoy...
The people.
You will be surrounded by some of the most talented leaders and teams – people you can be proud to work with.
The learning.
We invest in training and developing our teams, and you will continue evolving and building your skills through personalized career plans.
The culture.
As a leading beauty retailer within the LVMH family, our reach is broad, and our impact is global.
It is in our DNA to innovate and, at Sephora, all 40,000 passionate team members across 35 markets and 3,000 stores, are united by a common goal - to reimagine the future of beauty.
You can
unleash your creativity,
because we've got disruptive spirit.
You can
learn and evolve,
because we empower you to be your best.
You can
be yourself,
because you are what sets us apart.
This,
is the future of beauty.
Reimagine your future, at Sephora.
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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