Head of Category Management

L'oreal Group; England; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global beauty company based in the UK is looking for a Head of Category Management. The candidate will drive the category management strategy and transformation, manage a team, and must have extensive experience in category management and leadership. The role includes collaboration with stakeholders and strategic relationships with retailers. A competitive benefits package and professional growth opportunities are included.

Benefits

Discounts

Medical and dental insurance

Pension

Training and leadership programs

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years in a leadership role with a clear vision.
• Strong planning and organizational skills.
• Solution-oriented with the ability to work accurately under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Lead and formalize the range review process.
• Act as the primary partner for Total Beauty Elevation projects.
• Support translating category strategies to retailer strategies.
• Be the go-to category expert and upskill the team.

Skills

Category management experience

Leadership skills

Understanding of e-commerce strategies

Excellent communication skills

Ability to influence stakeholders

Analytical skills

Job description

HEAD OF CATEGORY MANAGEMENT

As a pivotal member of the BD team, you will be responsible for driving the division's category management strategy and transformation. We are looking for a self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced environment and can build strong relationships with key stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Range Review Process:

• Lead and formalize the range review process, ensuring alignment between sales, marketing, and category teams.
• Track KPIs such as SOF and SOD across retailers.
• Communicate objectives of each range review to ensure team alignment.
• Collaborate with RGM to integrate tools like Centropy into the process.

Beauty Elevation:

• Act as the primary partner for Total Beauty Elevation projects.
• Develop a vision for Beauty Elevation and recommend strategies.
• Evaluate elevation projects based on shopper and P&L KPIs and recommend rollouts.
• Share best practices with global teams.

Customer Centricity:

• Support translating category strategies to retailer strategies.
• Build and nurture strategic relationships, aiming for #1 partner status.
• Foster relationships with senior stakeholders, especially Tesco & Sainsbury’s.

Team Management:

• Be the go-to category expert and upskill the team.
• Coordinate with learning teams for training programs.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• Extensive category management experience.
• Minimum 3 years in a leadership role with a clear vision.
• Strong understanding of market, e-commerce, and consumer beauty strategies.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Solution-oriented with the ability to work accurately under pressure.
• Experience managing change and influencing stakeholders.
• Analytical, detail-oriented, and capable of data-driven decision making.
• Strong planning and organizational skills with flexibility to adapt.

What We Offer:

We provide a competitive benefits package including discounts, medical and dental insurance, pension, and more. We support your professional growth with training and leadership programs.

Who We Are:

L’Oréal is a global leader in beauty with a presence in 150 markets. We are committed to sustainability, diversity, and inclusion, aiming to create beauty that moves the world.

Our Recruitment Philosophy:

We value diversity and are committed to an inclusive environment. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and perspectives, believing that our differences drive innovation and success.