Category Manager

MacGregor Black; Oslo; On-site; NOK 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Category Manager to spearhead their Norwegian expansion. This full-time, on-site role offers the chance to shape market strategies and drive growth for a key product category. You will manage both e-commerce and retail operations, ensuring a seamless customer experience on the Shopify platform. With a focus on building brand awareness through innovative marketing strategies and leading a local team, this position is perfect for someone with a strong commercial mindset and a passion for retail. Join a rapidly growing international brand and make a significant impact in the Nordic market!

Qualifications

• Proven experience in category management and market expansion.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to build and scale a team.

Responsibilities

• Lead the expansion of the assigned product category in Norway.
• Oversee and optimize the Norwegian Shopify platform for e-commerce.

Skills

Category Management

Retail Operations

E-commerce Strategy

Leadership Skills

Sales Management

Logistics Management

Fluent in Norwegian

Fluent in English

Tools

Shopify

Job description

Category Manager

Are you an experienced Category Manager with a passion for driving growth in a fast-paced, dynamic environment?

Do you have a strong commercial mindset and thrive in a role where you have the autonomy to shape and execute market strategies?

Are you ready to lead the Norwegian expansion of an international brand that blends digital growth with retail presence?

MacGregor Black is currently partnering with a Rapidly Growing International brand to find a Category Manager for their expansion in Norway. This is a full-time on-site role based in Oslo.

As the Category Manager, you will be responsible for driving the growth of a key product category in Norway, managing both e-commerce and retail operations, and executing market strategies to expand the brand’s reach. This is an exciting opportunity to take ownership of a category and help build a market from the ground up in a company that is investing heavily in its Nordic expansion.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the expansion of the assigned product category, developing and executing both e-commerce and retail strategies.
• Oversee and optimize the Norwegian Shopify platform, ensuring a seamless and high-converting customer experience.
• Develop and implement marketing strategies for the category, working closely with influencer marketing and digital teams to build brand awareness.
• Drive the retail growth of the category, supporting new store openings and ensuring commercial success in physical locations.
• Manage inventory and logistics in Norway, ensuring an efficient supply chain and fast order fulfillment.
• Build and lead a local team, hiring key personnel across marketing, sales, and operations for the category.
• Own the P&L for the product category, ensuring profitability and sustainable growth.
• Establish new business areas and partnerships to accelerate market penetration and brand positioning.

What are we looking for?

• Proven experience in category management, retail, or market expansion, ideally in fashion, sporting goods, or consumer brands.
• Experience with Shopify or other e-commerce platforms.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to build and scale a team.
• Demonstrated success in driving sales, managing P&L, and optimizing commercial performance.
• Experience in logistics, inventory management, and omnichannel retail strategies.
• Ability to work strategically while also executing hands-on in a fast-paced environment.
• Fluent in Norwegian and English, both written and spoken.

Competitive salary + performance-based bonus.

If this sounds like an opportunity for you, or someone in your network, please contact Gabby Zachrisson for more information.