Sephora Category Manager

London • UK

Thursday, July 3, 2025

Sephora, a distinguished name in the beauty retail sector, is part of the Selective Distribution division, renowned for its commitment to inclusivity and diversity. As a subsidiary of a leading global luxury conglomerate, Sephora is dedicated to creating the most beloved beauty community worldwide, offering an empowering environment where employees can thrive and make a significant impact.

1. Champion and manage assigned category, ensuring alignment with brand promise.
2. Collaborate with brand partners to optimize marketing plans and sales potential.
3. Track omni-channel category performance against KPIs and recommend growth strategies.
4. Analyze sales data to identify risks and opportunities, building action plans to drive results.
5. Conduct market mapping to identify new brands and prepare business cases for partnerships.
6. Lead new brand set-up and launch planning with internal stakeholders.
7. Negotiate and review trading terms and contracts to ensure productive assortments.
8. Build and execute annual brand plans, including launch calendars and sales targets.
9. Manage brand execution on ecommerce platforms and optimize online performance.
10. Plan and secure in-store and online animation opportunities for customer-centric campaigns.
11. Collaborate on store floorplans and retrofits to optimize brand placement and space productivity.
12. Support Senior Category Manager in key meetings and oversee junior team members.

1. Proven experience in the beauty industry with strong commercial acumen.
2. Confidence in analyzing data and translating insights into commercial action.
3. Deep understanding of the beauty industry, ecommerce, and high street retail.
4. Strong relationship-building skills with brands and partners at all levels.

1. Analytical and detail-oriented with a passion for delivering best-in-class customer experiences.
2. Collaborative mindset with excellent communication skills and adaptability.
3. Meticulous attention to detail and a drive for continuous improvement.
4. Creativity and problem-solving ability with a logical, structured approach.

Significant beauty industry experience with 6+ years in buying or brand/category management.

Sephora offers a culture of empowerment, learning, and growth, providing tools, space, and opportunities to innovate and lead. Employees find fulfillment in their work, from delighting clients to inspiring the industry.

Sephora embraces authenticity and celebrates the strength of diversity, fostering a community where differences fuel collective spirit. The company culture is centered around empowerment, learning, and growth, encouraging employees to innovate and lead.