Assistant Category Specialist
3 weeks ago
The purpose of this role is to assist the Category Manager in the inbound flow of products and promotional items into the business. This involves setting up new lines, raising orders, solving supplier invoice pricing queries, and performing other administrative tasks.
- Liaise with suppliers for new line information and ensure accurate documentation is submitted in a timely manner.
- Raise purchase orders for new ranges, products, samples, replenishment, or promotional buys.
- Update pricing files, product descriptions, contact details, and other relevant information.
- Assist the Finance team with invoice queries regarding price and resolve issues with suppliers.
- Manage marketing sample call-ins, including requests, tracking, and chasing deadlines.
- Complete Vendor changes for the Commercial Team.
- Coordinating retail sampling.
- Perform ad-hoc administration tasks and projects as determined by senior members in the Buying Team.
- Deputise for the Assistant Category Manager when required.
Requirements:
- Educated to degree level.
- Experience in Ecommerce or FMCG backgrounds.
- Numerate with solid analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Computer literate with good Excel skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong work ethic.
- Well-organised with the ability to meet tight deadlines.
- Ability to use own initiative.
About Sephora:
- Surrounded by talented leaders and teams.
- Opportunities for training and development.
- A culture of innovation and inclusivity.
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