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**:
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Analyze and build recommendations on the strategy of the brands managed, in line with Sephora’s strategy:_**
- You will analyze the categories for which you are responsible via panels and other ad hoc studies.
- Data analysis and definition of action plans to improve sales and gain market share.
- Participate in development & Implementation of brands’ marketing plans looking for exclusivity partnerships
- Adapt assortment & merchandising plans to local needs in cooperation with Sales and Merchandising team
- Plan and secure key animation slots with the right product assortment and relevant for beauty trend cooperating with trade marketing team.
- Negotiate with suppliers creating strong relationships in order to maximize partnerships **_
Implement and monitor annual action plans:_**
- You will monitor the budget of your brand portfolio




- You will participate in the implementation of the actions defined in order to achieve the objectives of turnover and margin.
- 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.
- You will work closely with Purchasing.
- You will define the forecasts for each launch **Who we are looking for**: - Analytical strength, ease with numbers, sensitivity to beauty products and current beauty trends
- Rigorous, organized, curious
- 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, you'll contribute to the success of Sephora.

📌 Haircare Category Specialist Temporary (Milano)
🏢 Sephora
📍 Milano