Junior Category Manager, Beauty Retail Europe (Hybrid)

Coty SA; Paris; Hybrid; EUR 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Meal vouchers

Transport refunds

Job summary

We are seeking a Junior Category Manager to join Coty X Sephora Europe, shaping beauty strategy across Europe with Coty Prestige brands. This is a unique, direct pan-European role with Sephora's leading retailer.

You will collaborate across Marketing, Trade Marketing, Supply Chain and Finance, analyse performance, develop merchandising plans, manage budgets, and support in-store execution to drive growth in France and across Europe.

Qualifications

• Fluent in French (native or C2) and English (B2).
• Good command of Microsoft Office basics (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
• Rigorous, curious, analytical with strong interpersonal skills.
• Genuine interest in retail and the beauty industry.

Responsibilities

• Analyze performance (sell-in, sell-out, market share, ranking, competition).
• Develop merchandising plans for Sephora stores across Europe.
• Manage annual promotional budget and product range selection.
• Monitor stock issues and alert Sephora when necessary.
• Track trade plans and ensure proper in-store execution.
• Conduct store checks and provide in-store support for execution excellence.
• Monitor the competitive landscape.
• Support the account's administrative management.

Skills

French language

English language

Interpersonal skills

Retail interest

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Job description

We are seeking a Junior Category Manager to join Coty X Sephora Europe, shaping beauty strategy across Europe with Coty Prestige brands. This is a unique, direct pan-European role with Sephora's leading retailer.

You will collaborate across Marketing, Trade Marketing, Supply Chain and Finance, analyse performance, develop merchandising plans, manage budgets, and support in-store execution to drive growth in France and across Europe.