Senior Category Analyst

Job title:

Senior Category Analyst

Company

Sephora

Job description

The OpportunityAt Sephora, we’re more than a beauty retailer-we’re a community that pushes boundaries and makes an impact. As the Senior Category Analyst for Sephora UK, you’ll be at the forefront of our business transformation, turning data into actionable insights that shape the future of beauty. In this newly created role, you’ll play a vital part in translating data into strategic insights that drive our business decisions and elevate our product offerings. By diving deep into internal category performance and external market trends, you’ll empower the Category team to make informed choices that enhance Sephora’s presence across the UK.You Will Also Be Responsible For:

• Analyzing sales and consumer trends using both internal data and external market insights to identify shifts and uncover opportunities.
• Going beyond the numbers to propose strategic initiatives, conduct long-term forecasting, and pinpoint areas where Sephora can lead in the market.
• Partnering with Category Managers to support margin negotiations by providing prep materials and financial models for discussions with new and existing brand partners.
• Driving bottom-line improvements by assessing the impact of various negotiation scenarios and shaping our approach to financial terms.
• Supporting strategic presentations with data-driven insights that inform key business decisions and drive regional growth.

What You’ll BringWe’re looking for a data-driven expert who thrives on transforming complex information into clear, actionable insights. Your advanced analytical skills and attention to detail will help guide strategic decisions that elevate Sephora’s position in the market. You’ll be a key partner to the Category team, using your expertise to shape business plans and support negotiations with brand partners.Our Ideal Candidate Will Also Possess:

• Advanced skills in Excel and PowerPoint, with experience in data extraction and reporting using SAP, BI systems, Retail Pro, or similar software.
• Extensive experience in analytics, ideally within a retail environment.
• Strong analytical abilities, with a keen eye for detail and a knack for translating data into actionable insights.
• A collaborative spirit, capable of working effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Strong planning, organizational, and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize and multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Initiative, enthusiasm, and the drive to contribute to Sephora’s ongoing success.

If you’re excited about leveraging data to shape the future of beauty and thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, we’d love to hear from you!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.

Expected salary

Location

London

Job date

Sun, 29 Sep 2024 05:04:43 GMT

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