- Lead the commercial performance and growth of the Fragrance, Gifting, Skincare, Baby and Travel categories
- Develop and deliver category strategies that drive sales, profitability and customer acquisition
- Manage and develop a direct report, providing leadership, coaching and performance support
- Build and maintain strong supplier partnerships to maximise commercial opportunities and value
- Identify market trends, customer insights and emerging brands to strengthen category ranges
- Deliver revenue, margin and marketing income targets across the category portfolio
- Collaborate with Digital Merchandising, Marketing, CRM, Supply Chain, Clinical and Finance teams to execute trading and promotional plans
- Support Pharmacy2U’s ambition to be the UK’s leading destination for health, beauty and wellness products through a customer-first approach
Requirements
- Significant experience in Category Management, Buying or Commercial Trading, ideally within Retail or E-commerce
- Proven track record of delivering category sales, profit and margin growth through effective trading and category strategies
- Strong commercial acumen with excellent negotiation skills and experience managing supplier relationships
- Experience developing trading plans, promotional activity and commercial initiatives to drive performance
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data, customer insights and market trends to inform decision making
- Experience working cross-functionally with Marketing, Digital, Merchandising, Supply Chain and Finance teams
- Proven leadership capability, with experience managing, coaching and developing team members
- Excellent stakeholder management, communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence at all levels
- Highly organised with strong project management skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Advanced Excel and reporting tool proficiency
- Experience within Beauty, Fragrance, Skincare, Baby, Travel or FMCG categories desirable but not essential
- Right to live in the UK
- Successful applicants must undergo a DBS check
Core Competencies
Demonstrates expertise in Category Management and Commercial Trading, with a strong focus on driving sales, profitability, and customer acquisition through effective strategies. Proven ability to lead teams, manage supplier relationships, and collaborate cross-functionally to achieve business objectives.
Highest-signal resume keywords
- Category Management
- Commercial Trading
- Supplier Relationship Management
- Analytical Skills
- Project Management
Hard Skills
- Sales Growth
- Profit Margin Optimization
- Trading Plans Development
- Promotional Activity Management
- Data Interpretation
- Market Trend Analysis
- Advanced Excel Proficiency
- Reporting Tool Proficiency
Soft Skills
- Leadership
- Coaching
- Stakeholder Management
- Communication Skills
- Presentation Skills
Certifications & Qualifications
- DBS Check
Industry Keywords
- Retail
- E-commerce
- Beauty
- Fragrance
- Skincare
- Baby
- Travel
- FMCG
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Senior Category Manager in Coalville employer: Jobtailor
As a Client Services Coordinator at our dynamic company, you will thrive in a supportive work culture that prioritises employee growth and development. We offer comprehensive training, opportunities for advancement, and a collaborative environment where your contributions are valued. Located in a vibrant area, our team enjoys a healthy work-life balance and the chance to engage with diverse clients, making every day rewarding and meaningful.
