Category Assistant

2 months ago

London, Greater London, United Kingdom SEPHORA Full time
Category Assistant

At Sephora we inspire our customers, empower our teams, and help them become the best versions of themselves. We create an environment where people are valued, and differences are celebrated. Every day, our teams across the world bring to life our purpose: to expand the way the world sees beauty by empowering the ExtraOrdinary in each of us. We are united by a common goal - to reimagine the future of beauty.

The Opportuntiy

The purpose of this role is to assist with the inbound flow of products and promotional items into the business, from setting up new lines, to raising orders and solving supplier invoice pricing queries, plus any other administrative tasks as set by Category Manager

What You'll Do

To liaise with suppliers for new line information, ensuring new line documentation is filled in accurately and submitted for input in a timely manner.To raise purchase orders in relation to new ranges, products, samples, replenishment or promotional buys.Updating pricing files, codes, product descriptions, contact details and OCD's. To assist the Finance team in relation to invoice queries with respect to price and taking ownership to solve these with the suppliers.Management of marketing sample call ins including requests, tracking, chasing and ensuring tight deadlines are met.Completing Vendor changes for the Commercial Team Retail sampling management.Ad hoc administration tasks and projects as determined by senior members in the Buying Team.Deputising for Assistant Category Manager when required.

What You Will Bring

Educated to degree level.Experience of working within Ecommerce or FMCG backgrounds.Numerate, with solid analytical and problem-solving skills.Must be computer literate including good Excel skills.Excellent written and verbal communication skills as well as a strong work ethic.Must be well organised, able to work under pressure and have the ability to meet tight deadlines.Must have the ability to use own initiative.

While at Sephora, You'll Enjoy...

The people. You will be surrounded by some of the most talented leaders and teams – people you can be proud to work with.The learning. We invest in training and developing our teams, and you will continue evolving and building your skills through personalized career plans.The culture. As a leading beauty retailer within the LVMH family, our reach is broad, and our impact is global. It is in our DNA to innovate and, at Sephora, all 40,000 passionate team members across 35 markets and 3,000 stores, are united by a common goal - to reimagine the future of beauty.

You can unleash your creativity, because we've got disruptive spirit. You can learn and evolve, because we empower you to be your best. You can be yourself, because you are what sets us apart. This, is the future of beauty. Reimagine your future, at Sephora. 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. At Sephora we inspire our customers, empower our teams, and help them become the best versions of themselves. We create an environment where people are valued, and differences are celebrated. Every day, our teams across the world bring to life our purpose: to expand the way the world sees beauty by empowering the ExtraOrdinary in each of us. We are united by a common goal - to reimagine the future of beauty. The Opportuntiy The purpose of this role is to assist with the inbound flow of products and promotional items into the business, from setting up new lines, to raising orders and solving supplier invoice pricing queries, plus any other administrative tasks as set by Category Manager What You'll Do To liaise with suppliers for new line information, ensuring new line documentation is filled in accurately and submitted for input in a timely manner.To raise purchase orders in relation to new ranges, products, samples, replenishment or promotional buys.Updating pricing files, codes, product descriptions, contact details and OCD's. To assist the Finance team in relation to invoice queries with respect to price and taking ownership to solve these with the suppliers.Management of marketing sample call ins including requests, tracking, chasing and ensuring tight deadlines are met.Completing Vendor changes for the Commercial Team Retail sampling management.Ad hoc administration tasks and projects as determined by senior members in the Buying Team.Deputising for Assistant Category Manager when required. What You Will Bring Educated to degree level.Experience of working within Ecommerce or FMCG backgrounds.Numerate, with solid analytical and problem-solving skills.Must be computer literate including good Excel skills.Excellent written and verbal communication skills as well as a strong work ethic.Must be well organised, able to work under pressure and have the ability to meet tight deadlines.Must have the ability to use own initiative. While at Sephora, You'll Enjoy... The people. You will be surrounded by some of the most talented leaders and teams - people you can be proud to work with.The learning. We invest in training and developing our teams, and you will continue evolving and building your skills through personalized career plans.The culture. As a leading beauty retailer within the LVMH family, our reach is broad, and our impact is global. It is in our DNA to innovate and, at Sephora, all 40,000 passionate team members across 35 markets and 3,000 stores, are united by a common goal - to reimagine the future of beauty. You can unleash your creativity, because we've got disruptive spirit. You can learn and evolve, because we empower you to be your best. You can be yourself, because you are what sets us apart. This, is the future of beauty. Reimagine your future, at Sephora. 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.

  • Category Merchandising Assistant

    3 weeks ago

    London, Greater London, United Kingdom Currys Full time

    Category Merchandising Assistant (Tech Essentials & Accessories)Location: London - Hybrid WorkingContract Type: Fixed Term - 12 monthsEmployment Type: Full-timeGrade Level: 3 At Currys, we share a common goal: to empower everyone to experience exceptional technology. As the leading retailer of technology in the UK, we take pride in the outstanding service...

  • Assistant Category Manager

    2 weeks ago

    London, Greater London, United Kingdom BOOTS Full time

    Assistant Category ManagerContract: PermClosing date: 5th JulyRecruitment Partner: David Hancock - Welcome to the Boots ROI Consumer and General merchandise team - an exciting team at the heart of the Boots Ireland trading function. As customers are changing, so are we We're focusing on really understanding our customers' needs through insights, which...

  • Assistant Category Manager

    3 weeks ago

    London, Greater London, United Kingdom BOOTS Full time

    Contract: 12 Mths FTCClosing date: 28th August 2024Recruitment Partner: Anastasia WalkerThe Assistant Category Manager will oversee the day to day management for Boots UK Gift cards. You should be an excellent communicator and be able to identify new opportunities and efficiencies for the category. You should be driven to succeed and have excellent time...

  • Category Manager

    3 weeks ago

    London, Greater London, United Kingdom London Borough of Merton Full time

    We are Merton United, One Borough one Team at an exciting point in our journey. Working for Merton means that you will be making a difference to the lives of local residents and businesses. Together we are finding new ways to work more efficiently to serve our community.As Procurement at Merton continues to evolve. we are looking for a skilled, commercially...

  • Category Strategy Manager

    10 hours ago

    London, Greater London, United Kingdom The Advocate Group Full time

    Job Title: Category ManagerJob Description:We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Category Manager to join our team at The Advocate Group. As a Category Manager, you will play a key role in driving the category strategy for one of the UK's largest food businesses.Key Responsibilities:Develop and implement category strategies to optimize shelf...

  • Category Strategy Manager

    12 hours ago

    London, Greater London, United Kingdom The Advocate Group Full time

    Job Title: Indirect Category ManagerJob Description:We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Category Professional to join our team at The Advocate Group. As an Indirect Category Manager, you will play a key role in shaping the future of leading UK food brands.Key Responsibilities:Develop and implement category strategies to drive sales and optimize...

  • Assistant Buyer in Growth Categories

    3 weeks ago

    London, Greater London, United Kingdom Currys plc Full time

    Assistant Buyer for New & Emerging Categories Location: London - Hybrid Working Employment Type: Permanent Work Schedule: Full Time Job Level: Grade 3 At Currys, we are dedicated to ensuring that everyone can enjoy the latest technology. Our commitment to exceptional service is reflected in our 30,000+ talented and dedicated team members who work...

  • Purchasing Category Manager

    3 weeks ago

    London, Greater London, United Kingdom Caffe Nero Head Office Full time

    Exciting Opportunity for a Category Buying Manager at Caffè NeroCaffè Nero is looking for a skilled Category Buying Manager to enhance our team. This role is centered around creating a well-rounded and innovative product assortment, with a focus on maximizing theoretical margins through effective supplier negotiations and category oversight.Key...

  • Category Growth Manager

    17 hours ago

    London, Greater London, United Kingdom The Advocate Group Full time

    Job Title: Category Growth ManagerJob Type: Full-timeLocation: Remote (hybrid)About the Role:We are seeking an experienced Category Growth Manager to join our team at The Advocate Group. As a Category Growth Manager, you will be responsible for driving the growth strategy for one of the UK's largest food businesses.Key Responsibilities:Develop and implement...

  • Procurement Assistant for Emerging Categories

    3 weeks ago

    London, Greater London, United Kingdom Currys plc Full time

    Assistant Buyer (New & Growth Categories) Location: London - Hybrid Working Employment Type: Permanent Work Schedule: Full Time Grade Level: 3 At Currys, we are dedicated to enhancing the tech experience for everyone. Our commitment to exceptional service across various platforms—be it online, in-store, or at home—is made possible by our team of...

  • Category Merchandising Assistant

    3 weeks ago

    London, Greater London, United Kingdom Currys Full time

    Category Merchandising Assistant (Windows/Computing)Location: London - Hybrid WorkingEmployment Type: PermanentWork Schedule: Full-timeGrade Level: 3 At Currys, we share a common goal: to enable everyone to experience outstanding technology. As the leading retailer of technology in the UK, we take pride in the exceptional service our customers receive,...

  • Category Management Specialist

    3 weeks ago

    London, Greater London, United Kingdom UCL Eastman Dental Institute Full time

    About the Position This position is situated within the Corporate Services division, which oversees a wide array of commercial functions across UCL, encompassing Travel, Professional Services, Recruitment, and Marketing. The primary responsibilities of a Category Management Specialist include establishing robust and effective partnerships with...

  • Category Manager

    10 hours ago

    London, Greater London, United Kingdom Sweaty Betty Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Junior Merchandiser to join our team at Sweaty Betty. As a key member of our planning and trading team, you will play a crucial role in driving business growth and delivering commercial targets.Key ResponsibilitiesSupport the Planner in all aspects of planning and trading the department, including...

  • Category Merchandising Specialist

    11 hours ago

    London, Greater London, United Kingdom Currys Full time

    Job SummaryWe are seeking a highly skilled Category Merchandising Specialist to join our team at Currys. As a key member of our merchandising planning function, you will be responsible for ensuring all key category squad metrics are on track to budget.Key ResponsibilitiesHighlighting to the category squad where any key metrics such as sales, margin, stock...

  • Product Category Manager

    3 weeks ago

    London, Greater London, United Kingdom Tech21 Full time

    Position Overview:As the Product Category Manager, you will assume responsibility for the Tech21 product lines. Your role will involve analyzing product performance and implementing strategies to enhance the growth of these categories.Your focus will be on applying a structured and data-driven methodology to facilitate New Product Development (NPD) from a...

  • Category Management Specialist

    3 weeks ago

    London, Greater London, United Kingdom Morgan Law Full time

    Join a Leading Not-for-Profit Organization An exceptional opportunity has emerged for a seasoned Contracts and Procurement Manager to become part of a prominent not-for-profit organization. This role will focus on a diverse category portfolio encompassing various goods and services, playing a pivotal role in the execution of procurement and contract...

  • Senior Category Development Manager

    10 hours ago

    London, Greater London, United Kingdom The Advocate Group Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Category Manager to join our team at The Advocate Group. As a Category Manager, you will play a key role in shaping the future of leading UK food brands by managing key grocery accounts and driving category growth.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and Maintain Strong Relationships: Build and maintain...

  • Category Insights Specialist

    3 weeks ago

    London, Greater London, United Kingdom Alexander Steele Recruitment Full time

    Position OverviewCategory Insights SpecialistJoin a dynamic and expanding food production company in a newly established position driven by growth.This role is centered around retail customer engagement.Flexible working arrangements available.Compensation package includes a competitive salary up to £45K (dependent on experience) plus a performance-related...

  • Category Insights Specialist

    3 weeks ago

    London, Greater London, United Kingdom Alexander Steele Recruitment Full time

    Position OverviewCategory Insights SpecialistJoin a dynamic and expanding food production company in a newly established position driven by growth.This role is centered around retail customer engagement.Flexible working arrangements available.Compensation package includes a competitive salary up to £45K (dependent on experience) plus a performance-related...

  • Grocery Category Strategy Lead

    10 hours ago

    London, Greater London, United Kingdom The Advocate Group Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Category Manager to join our team at The Advocate Group. As a Category Manager, you will play a key role in shaping the future of leading UK food brands by managing key grocery accounts and driving category growth.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and maintain strong relationships with key contacts at...