Category Manager (Perfumes & Cosmetics)

Aroma City Group; Qatar; On-site; QAR 179,000 - 201,000; Full time

Job summary

Aroma City Group in Doha, Qatar seeks a Category Manager (Perfumes & Cosmetics) to lead product categories, drive sales and profitability, and support sustainable growth.

Analyze data, develop growth strategies, negotiate with vendors, ensure product availability, and collaborate with marketing on pricing and promotions. 3–8 years of experience and a Bachelor’s degree are required.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Category Manager or in a similar role.
• Experience in Category Management, preferably within Perfumes, Beauty, Luxury, or FMCG.
• Strong commercial and analytical skills.
• Excellent negotiation and supplier-management experience.
• Strong understanding of sales, margins, profitability, and category growth.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Analyze data and market insights to identify industry and consumer trends.
• Develop long-term strategies for product category growth.
• Develop exit strategies for underperforming products.
• Build strong relationships with vendors to achieve competitive pricing and quality services.
• Ensure product availability by placing appropriate orders based on consumer demand.
• Determine category positioning to maximize visibility and consumer appeal.
• Work closely with marketing teams on pricing and promotional activities.
• Collaborate with buyers and merchandisers to expand and optimize product categories.
• Forecast product demand to maintain sustainable inventory levels.
• Take responsibility for category budgets and revenue performance.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Strategic thinking

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Data analysis

Forecasting

Commercial mindset

Marketing & sales

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field

Job description

Category Manager (Perfumes & Cosmetics)

• Posting Date: 21/09/2026
• Ref: SJOR-157
• Position: Category Manager (Perfumes & Cosmetics)
• Location: Qatar
• City: Doha
• Sector: Retail
• Years of Experience 3-8 years of experience
• Qualification: Bachelor Degree in Business Administration or related field
• Salary: 16000 to 18000 QAR
• Workdays:
• Description: Our client is a leading company in the retail sector, seeking to hire an experienced Category Manager to manage and develop product categories, drive sales and profitability, and support sustainable business growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze data and market insights to identify industry and consumer trends.
• Develop long-term strategies for product category growth.
• Develop exit strategies for underperforming products.
• Build strong relationships with vendors to achieve competitive pricing and quality services.
• Ensure product availability by placing appropriate orders based on consumer demand.
• Determine category positioning to maximize visibility and consumer appeal.
• Work closely with marketing teams on pricing and promotional activities.
• Collaborate with buyers and merchandisers to expand and optimize product categories.
• Forecast product demand to maintain sustainable inventory levels.
• Take responsibility for category budgets and revenue performance.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Category Manager or in a similar role.
• Experience in Category Management, preferably within Perfumes, Beauty, Luxury, or FMCG.
• Strong commercial and analytical skills.
• Excellent negotiation and supplier-management experience.
• Strong understanding of sales, margins, profitability, and category growth.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field.

Skills

• Strong analytical and strategic thinking.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Good understanding of data analysis and forecasting methods.
• Strong commercial mindset with a solid understanding of marketing and sales principles.