Category Manager

5 days ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom GALDERMA Full time

Galderma is the emerging pure-play dermatology category leader, present in approximately 90 countries. We deliver an innovative, science-based portfolio of premium flagship brands and services that span the full spectrum of the fast-growing dermatology market through Injectable Aesthetics, Dermatological Skincare and Therapeutic Dermatology. Since our foundation in 1981, we have dedicated our focus and passion to the human body's largest organ - the skin - meeting individual consumer and patient needs with superior outcomes in partnership with healthcare professionals. Because we understand that the skin shapes our lives, we are advancing dermatology for every skin story.

We look for people who focus on getting results, embrace learning and bring a positive energy. They must combine initiative with a sense of teamwork and collaboration. Above all, they must be passionate about doing something meaningful for consumers, patients, and the healthcare professionals we serve every day. We aim to empower each employee and promote their personal growth while ensuring business needs are met now and into the future. Across our company, we embrace diversity and respect the dignity, privacy, and personal rights of every employee.

At Galderma, we actively give our teams reasons to believe in our bold ambition to become the leading dermatology company in the world. With us, you have the ultimate opportunity to gain new and challenging work experiences and create an unparalleled, direct impact.

Job Title: Category Manager
Location: London Office - Hybrid
Job Description

Alongside the Senior Category Manager, the successful candidate will be seen by Galderma's valued customers as the trusted Category advisor. Leading the Category agenda within the business, the Category Manager will be driving short and long term category growth and profitability for our customers and our business.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Creates, manages and strengthens relationships with key personnel across varied departments within our retail & e-comm partners and internal stakeholders, ensuring that a credible and objective voice is heard and a solid and trustworthy partnership is delivered.
  • Drives distribution and share of shelf growth in existing and new customers, investigating and flagging opportunities for new product launches and incremental listings to drive market share.
  • Implements category and customer plans to drive the overall business that is aligned with the Consumer Business Unit objectives and customer strategies.
  • Champions Customer and Shopper plans to help define channel priorities for the market/category, creating bespoke strategies and opportunities.
  • Optimises existing data and insights to develop new perspectives which drive the Category objectives and strategy.
  • Utilises existing data points to improve and increase Galderma's share of shelf both in store & online.
  • Leads the development of compelling trade stories to drive the expansion of Galderma distribution and category growth.
  • Collaborates with the Sales and Marketing teams, continuously evaluating the effectiveness of our trade investments plan where necessary to maximise ROI.
Skills & Qualifications
  • Degree level education (Commercial education, e.g., business, economics, administration preferable but flexible)
  • 3+ years commercial experience in FMCG Category Management or Buying/Trading
  • Acquaintance within beauty, health or personal care industry
  • A demonstrable record of success working with agencies
  • Strong data analysis, organizing and prioritisation skills
  • Microsoft Proficiency
  • Passionate about the beauty industry and always ahead of the game with industry trends and innovation
  • An entrepreneurial, adaptable and confident mindset
What we offer in return

You will be working for an organisation that embraces diversity & inclusion and believes we will deliver better outcomes by reflecting the perspectives of our diverse customer base.

Our people make a difference.

At Galderma, you'll work with people who are like you. And people that are different. We value what every member of our team brings. Professionalism, collaboration, and a friendly, supportive ethos is the perfect environment for people to thrive and excel in what they do.

Application Process
  • If your application is successful and your profile is a match, we will invite you for a first virtual conversation with the recruiter.
  • The next step is a virtual conversation with the hiring manager.
  • The final step is a panel conversation with the extended team and a 20 min presentation.
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