Category Manager Assistant - Intern

Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS); United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate intern to join their Fragrance and Beauty marketing team. In this role, you will assist in category management, sales analysis, and market intelligence, contributing to the development of innovative beauty products. This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain experience in operational marketing within the luxury sector. Ideal candidates will possess strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and a genuine passion for the fragrance and beauty industry. Join a dynamic team in Dubai and help shape the future of luxury beauty products!

Qualifications

• Successful first experience in Operational Marketing, especially in luxury brands.
• Strong analytical skills for advanced analysis and data interpretation.

Responsibilities

• Assist with category management of Fragrances, Skin Care, and Make Up.
• Share monthly sales reports and conduct sales analysis.
• Develop bi-monthly newsletters about competitors.

Skills

Operational Marketing

Analytical Skills

Data Interpretation

Attention to Detail

Organizational Skills

Proficiency in Excel

Proficiency in PowerPoint

English Proficiency

Job description

CATEGORY MANAGER ASSISTANT - INTERNSHIP

You will be part of the Fragrance and Beauty marketing team. Reporting to the Category Manager, you will contribute to the development of the Fragrance & Beauty division.

PRODUCT MANAGEMENT (Beauty business of Chanel Middle East)

1. Assist with category management of the 3 axes (Fragrances, Skin Care, and Make Up):
   1. Update the marketing calendar with the latest changes and reflect them in the assortment.
   2. Prepare semestrial novelties booklet and assets.
2. Monthly update of E-Retail assortment by sharing novelties' assets with the digital team.
3. Consolidate the 360° overview of key campaigns.

SALES ANALYSIS

1. Share monthly sales reports with Europe for E-retail.
2. Share campaign feedbacks with Europe (qualitative & quantitative).
3. Conduct sales analysis.

MARKET INTELLIGENCE

1. Develop bi-monthly newsletters about competitors.
2. Prepare analytics on key launches/products, including trends, price positioning, 360°, packaging, and VM focus.

FORECASTS

1. Support monthly forecasts for novelties.
2. Coordinate with countries and consolidate feedback.
3. Enter forecasts into the system and follow up with the operations team.

REQUIREMENTS

Successful first experience in Operational Marketing, especially in luxury brands. Passionate about Fragrance & Beauty (F&B), with strong analytical skills for advanced analysis and data interpretation. Attention to detail, organizational skills, positivity, and curiosity are essential. Proficiency in English, Excel, and PowerPoint is required. Internship based in Dubai.