Head of Innovation and Beauty Category Strategy

Avon; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 1 200 000 - 1 500 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading beauty company in South Africa is seeking a Head of Innovation. The role focuses on driving business growth through category strategies and innovation. Responsibilities include managing marketing plans, leading category innovation, and developing talent within teams. Ideal candidates will have proven experience in category management or marketing strategy, strong commercial acumen, and excellent stakeholder management skills. Join a diverse and inclusive workplace committed to empowering everyone to bring their best self to work.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in category management, marketing strategy, or innovation leadership.
• Strong commercial acumen with ability to translate insights into actionable plans.
• Leadership experience focused on developing talent and building high‑performing teams.

Responsibilities

• Building and managing category marketing plans including profit planning.
• Leading category innovation and portfolio management to identify opportunities.
• Developing creative briefs and ensuring timely campaign content delivery.
• Analyzing campaign performance to optimize future activations.
• Driving innovation workshops and supporting product development.
• Collaborating with stakeholders for alignment and execution.

Skills

Category management

Marketing strategy

Innovation leadership

Stakeholder management

Collaboration skills

Job description

A leading beauty company in South Africa is seeking a Head of Innovation. The role focuses on driving business growth through category strategies and innovation. Responsibilities include managing marketing plans, leading category innovation, and developing talent within teams. Ideal candidates will have proven experience in category management or marketing strategy, strong commercial acumen, and excellent stakeholder management skills. Join a diverse and inclusive workplace committed to empowering everyone to bring their best self to work.