Category Management Manager Sunglasses

JR United Kingdom; Slough; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in travel retail seeks a Category Management Manager for Sunglasses, based in Slough. The role involves driving commercial success across EMEA by overseeing category strategies, optimizing assortments, and collaborating across teams. Ideal candidates have experience in the Eyewear industry and strong analytical skills, thriving in dynamic environments.

Benefits

Dynamic, fast-paced environment

Global visibility and influence

Professional growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in the Eyewear industry essential.
• Motivated and detail-oriented, with strong analytical skills.
• Ability to interpret data, adapt to change, and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and implement the Commercial Plan for the Sunglasses Category.
• Develop product strategy and analyze market trends for growth opportunities.
• Collaborate with teams to ensure alignment with business objectives.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Experience as a category manager

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Posted:

31.05.2025

Expiry Date:

15.07.2025

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WHO WE ARE

Avolta is the world’s leading travel experience player. With a traveler-centric philosophy and a geographically diverse network, the travel retail and F&B company addresses the needs of up to 2.3 billion passengers each year, with 5,500 outlets in more than 75 countries across six continents. Guided by their Destination 2027 strategy and boosted by their recent combination with travel F&B giant Autogrill, the company is well positioned to realise their ambition to create a Travel Experience Revolution through their many locations at airports, motorways, cruise lines, seaports and railway stations amongst others.

PURPOSE OF THE ROLE

The Category Manager plays a pivotal strategic role in driving the commercial success and long-term growth of the Eyewear category, overseeing performance across more than 24 countries within the EMEA region. This role involves setting and executing the category vision, aligning global strategies with regional market dynamics, and ensuring consistent brand representation across diverse retail environments. The Category Manager is responsible for optimizing assortments, identifying market-specific opportunities, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver tailored, data-driven solutions that enhance customer experience and maximize profitability across all markets.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare and implement the Commercial Plan for the Sunglasses Category.
• Develop and execute a comprehensive Commercial Plan for the Sunglasses Category, encompassing product strategy, pricing, promotional activities, and sales forecasting. This includes analyzing market trends, consumer behavior, and competitive positioning to identify growth opportunities and optimize category performance.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with local commercial teams, marketing and supply chain teams to ensure alignment with overall business objectives and timely execution of initiatives.
• Conduct regular reviews of trade performance at topline and SKU level, analyzing key metrics such as sales, margin, stock turn, and sell-through rates.
• Manage the Sunglasses assortments at global and local levels, including the allocation of sunglasses brands in each store, new or existing, to align with the global category strategy.
• Work with key stakeholders to identify and implement potential growth opportunities.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• Experience as a category manager with understanding of the Eyewear industry.
• A highly motivated and detail-oriented individual with strong analytical skills and a proactive mindset. Ability to interpret complex data, identify trends, and provide actionable insights for strategic decisions.
• Adaptability to navigate a dynamic environment, embracing change positively. Strong communication skills, a collaborative spirit, and a commitment to continuous learning are essential.

WHAT WE OFFER

Join a dynamic, fast-paced environment where innovation and collaboration are central. Work with globally recognized brands on high-impact projects shaping the future of fashion retail across international markets. With a presence in over 24 countries in the EMEA region, this role offers global visibility and influence over category strategy. We foster professional growth, encourage fresh ideas, and empower our team to make a meaningful impact in a constantly evolving business.