Category manager

Douglas; Madrid; Presencial; EUR 40.000 - 55.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A leading beauty retailer is seeking a Category Manager in Madrid. The successful candidate will implement product strategies, drive profitability, and manage supplier relationships. Requires a degree in Business Administration or Marketing and 3–4 years of experience in category management. Fluency in both Spanish and English is essential, along with advanced skills in Power BI, Excel, and PowerPoint. Join us and impact the future of beauty retail.

Servicios

Career development opportunities

Dynamic and innovative work environment

Ownership of your category

Formación

• 3–4 years of experience in category management, purchasing, or product assortment.
• Strong understanding of consumer trends and retail dynamics.
• Ability to drive category profitability through strategic analysis.

Responsabilidades

• Develop and implement the product assortment strategy.
• Continuously review and optimize the product assortment.
• Define and manage the product portfolio.
• Analyze competitors’ assortments and consumer behavior.
• Design and coordinate promotions to drive sales.

Conocimientos

Category management

Marketing

Analytical skills

Fluency in Spanish

Fluency in English

Educación

Degree in Business Administration or Marketing

Herramientas

Power BI

Excel

PowerPoint

Descripción del empleo

Overview

We are Douglas, the leading premium beauty and cosmetics retailer, we combine tradition with innovation, offering our customers not only high-quality products but also an exceptional shopping experience.

We believe in empowering talent, encouraging growth, and fostering a culture where ideas thrive. Now, we are looking for a passionate and strategic Category Manager to join our international team and make an impact.

As Business Unit Director of your category, you will lead with ownership, shaping the product assortment, driving profitability, and collaborating across departments to deliver business excellence.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the product assortment strategy, adapting it to market demands and customer expectations.
• Continuously review and optimize the assortment to ensure it remains competitive, up to date, and focused on high-rotation key products.
• Define and manage the product portfolio in line with consumer trends and company strategy.
• Analyze competitors’ assortments and consumer behavior to adjust the product mix and maintain an attractive, competitive offer.
• Design and coordinate promotions and special offers to drive sales and stock rotation.
• Ensure category profitability through constant analysis of margins, costs, and pricing.
• Build and monitor the category strategy and brand-level building blocks to achieve budget targets.
• Manage supplier relationships, monitor service levels, and act as the main point of contact for issue resolution.
• Collaborate with the Marketing team to co-create category marketing plans.

What we’re looking for

• Degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field.
• 3–4 years of experience in category management, purchasing, or product assortment.
• Advanced knowledge of Power BI, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Fluency in Spanish and English, with the ability to work effectively in both languages.

Why Douglas?

• Be part of Europe’s #1 beauty destination, shaping the future of beauty retail.
• Work in a dynamic, innovative, and customer-driven environment.
• Take ownership of your category as a Business Unit Director and see the real impact of your decisions.
• Grow with us: we value career development, learning, and ambition.

Ready to make your mark in beauty? Apply now and join Douglas – where your talent creates impact.