Category Manager - Beauty Portfolio
Core
Lead the Beauty portfolio (skincare and cosmetics) for Independent Pharmacies of Australia, developing strategies to drive sales, profitability, and member satisfaction.
Role type
Category Manager (Beauty)
Builds
Product ranges, promotional campaigns, and category strategies for community pharmacies
Domain
Retail / Beauty / Skincare / Cosmetics
Deliverable
product features
Required skills
Category management, supplier relationship management, financial acumen, pricing strategy, inventory management, negotiation, strategic planning, team leadership
Preferred skills
Experience in merchandising or procurement, data-driven decision making, cross-functional collaboration
Technologies
None explicitly stated
Responsibilities
Develop and execute strategic category plans; Lead pricing, promotion, and product assortment strategies; Build and manage relationships with suppliers and wholesalers; Monitor category performance using data-driven insights; Drive supplier income through promotional initiatives; Oversee retail pricing and new product development; Manage inventory levels and stock allocation; Lead and mentor the Category Assistant
Seniority
Mid-Senior, hands-on IC