Category Manager

• Application Deadline: May 28 2026
• Stockholm
• Hybrid

Job Description

Some people build categories. Others just manage them. Were looking for the former.
At Lyko purchasing isnt a support function its how we grow. With over 87000 products and more than 1000 brand partners our assortment is our biggest competitive advantage. Without the right suppliers the right deals and the right people managing those relationships we simply cant reach our goals as a company. Thats not an exaggeration its just how were built. Were in a phase where the decisions we make in purchasing today will shape what Lyko looks like tomorrow. Sounds like something that would tickle your fancy Keep reading!

About the role
As Category Manager at Lyko you own the commercial performance of your part of the category. That means full responsibility for your supplier base from negotiations and campaign execution to performance tracking and day-to-day relationships. You operate with real autonomy make decisions that matter and work closely with your Senior Category Manager to execute on a category strategy that drives growth. This isnt a support role its a commercial ownership role. Youll be expected to identify whats working fix what isnt and constantly push for better results.

In practice this means:

• Owning supplier performance within your scope - driving growth improving terms and keeping relationships strong
• Negotiating with suppliers within a defined commercial framework with support from your Senior Category Manager where needed
• Executing category initiatives and campaign plans that translate strategy into sales
• Tracking KPIs analysing performance and taking action based on what the data tells you
• Coordinating with marketing pricing online and studio to ensure seamless go-to-market execution
• Identifying new brands and opportunities that strengthen the assortment and keep us relevan

Who were looking for
Youre commercially sharp relationship-driven and comfortable owning your numbers. You know how to navigate a tough negotiation and still leave the supplier feeling good about working with you. Youre proactive by nature and you dont wait to be told what needs fixing.

You probably recognise yourself here:

• Solid experience from a buying category or commercial role ideally with exposure to both e-commerce and retail
• Strong negotiation skills with a track record of improving supplier terms and driving category growth
• Analytical and data-driven comfortable working with Excel BI tools and performance data
• A curiosity for consumer behaviour and market trends beauty experience is a plus but not a must.
• Clear communicator who can align internal teams and external partners without losing momentum
• Fluent in English and Swedish
• Relevant degree in business marketing purchasing or similar
• International experience is a plus

About the role and the team
As a Category Manager at Lyko you will be a key part of our Purchasing team and report directly to the Senior Category Manager who owns the overall category direction and strategic supplier relationships. Youll also work closely with a Buyer who handles operational execution on the supplier base. Your role is the commercial engine in between driving results through focused ownership smart negotiation and consistent follow-through. This is a permanent position with a 6 month probation period based in Stockholm starting as soon as possible or at a mutually agreed date. Youll work in a fast-paced ambitious environment where your impact is visible and where beauty business and culture actually collide.

Curious to learn more about Lyko
Were on a mission to take over the world at least the world of beauty . We currently offer the widest selection of haircare and beauty products on the market and were the leading beauty e-commerce company in the Nordics. With over 30 stores across Sweden Norway and Finland state-of-the-art production facilities well-equipped warehouses a robust 3PL solution a growing B2B sales division and 16 of our own brands. Maybe youve seen our new fabulous stores just opened in Kalmar and Charlottenberg such an success! Make sure to check us out further on our career pages or maybe head out and check out our assortment!

Apply now!
At Lyko we believe that who you are and what youre capable of matters more than your previous experience. Thats why weve ditched the CV and cover letter and use selection questions instead. We hope this gives you a better chance to show us who you are and what youre made of in the areas that matter most to us and we know it leads to fairer more objective and more equitable hiring.

If this sounds like the right challenge for you apply today or no later than May 28th 2026. We review applications on a rolling basis so dont wait! If you have any questions about the role reach out to Rebecka Appelblad Talent Acquisition Partner at

PS. To make sure no personal data ends up in the wrong hands we dont accept applications via email just hit Im interested to get started. Good luck!