Open Jobs Category Specialist Parfum (267010)

At Sephora beauty is about feeling seen valued and empowered individually and collectively. It is connecting deeply with others celebrating diversity and inclusivity unlocking your potential and making a difference every day. Together we belong to something beautiful.

As part of the Offer Department Category Team you will excel and enjoy this position if you are ready to actively handle the following missions:

Analyze and build recommendations on the strategy of the brands managed in line with Sephoras strategy:

• You will analyze the categories for which you are responsible via panels and other ad hoc studies (sales consumer market report.)
• Data analysis and definition of action plans to improve sales and gain market share with an always on focus on customer expectations & purchase behavior.
• Participate in development & Implementation of brands marketing plans looking for exclusivity partnerships with a full lead of 360 plan (in store set up price promotion communication) supporting the other departments in the implementation of the strategy through clear sales guidelines
• Adapt assortment & merchandising plans to local needs in cooperation with HQ Sales and Merchandising team
• Plan and secure key animation slots with the right product assortment and relevant for beauty trend cooperating and engaging the other departments
• Negotiate with suppliers creating strong relationships in order to maximize partnerships and their support in Stores selling operations

Implement and monitor annual action plans:

• You will monitor the budget of your brand portfolio (Piloting brands Sell-in Sell-out and stock in monthly forecast per brand according to Ngociation team guidelines)
• You will promote the implementation of the actions defined in order to achieve the objectives of turnover and margin with proactive attitude
• You will facilitate the coordination between the Animation (Online&Offline) (E-)Merchandising Finance and Supply Teams in order to optimize the execution of the animation plan in the stores and on the e-commerce site.
• You will contribute to the launches of new products in the category and be responsible for the follow up of the brand to ensure the business objectives
• You will define the forecasts for each launch and implement the 360 plan establishing trust relationships and co-creating strategy with brands

Who we are looking for:

• Analytical strength ease with numbers sensitivity to beauty products and current beauty trends
• Rigorous organized curious and proactive
• 2and 3 years of experience in category product management or operational marketing
• Fluent English
• You are recognized for you excellent communication and ease in creating quality partnerships
• A capacity for observation adaptation and discretion
• A spirit of initiative and autonomy
• A good command of the Microsoft Suite (Excel Word Powerpoint)

How to be successful in the role and at Sephora:

By staying results-oriented and proactive in this fast-paced and dynamic environment youll contribute to the success of Sephora.

Here you will find:

• Community: authenticity is embraced and the strength of our differences fuels our collective spirit
• Working Environment: modern offices with break/relax areas for your well-being in the center of Milan. Enjoy our extraordinary planning of activities such as Annual Convention team buildings etc.
• Work-life balance: smart working and flexible hours
• Culture of empowerment learning & growth: you will have the tools space and opportunity to learn innovate and lead

• Meaningful Rewards: competitive tailored welfare offers free beauty product gifts and access to discounts on Sephora and LVMH products
• Work that brings fulfillment: from delighting clients every day to inspiring our industry at large every action makes a difference
• Sephora Stands: positive social and environment impact activities organized by our Sephora Stands committee

Join us and belong to something beautiful.

Sephora is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace for all. We do not discriminate in recruitment hiring training advancement or other employment practices. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating and fostering an inclusive environment for all employees.

Experience:

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