Category Manager - Beauty

Responsibilities

• Own category P&L including OTB, forecasts, margins and YoY growth targets for beauty categories (skincare, fragrance, makeup, haircare, beauty tools).
• Track and report category performance by region, product mix and assortment depth; monitor availability and missed sales.
• Build and execute long-term category strategies informed by data, market trends and competitor activity.
• Source, onboard and develop brand partnerships; manage a portfolio of T1–T3 brands including negotiations, KPIs and marketing investments.
• Define assortment strategy, pricing architecture and purchasing models; recommend promotions, markdowns and exits.
• Collaborate with Merchandising, Planning, Marketing, Digital Trading, Product and BD to align campaigns, visibility and seasonal plans.
• Analyse weekly and monthly sales, NPS, stock efficiency and marketing ROI; use insights to optimise performance and retention.

Requirements

• Category P&L
• Forecasting
• Merchandising
• Vendor Negotiation
• Assortment Planning
• Data Analysis
• Retail Buying
• Beauty Knowledge

Preferred Qualifications

• 3+ years in beauty/category buying or merchandising within luxury retail or e‑commerce in the GCC.
• Strong negotiation and vendor management experience with brand partners.
• Proficiency with retail analytics tools and Excel; experience using business intelligence platforms.
• Demonstrated track record of driving assortment growth, margin improvement and retention of key brands.
• Ability to work cross-functionally and influence stakeholders across commercial teams.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive employee benefits package.
• Health insurance coverage.
• Annual leave and paid leave benefits.
• End-of-service gratuity in line with UAE regulations.
• Employee discounts and access to exclusive product promotions.

About the Company

Ounass is a Dubai-based luxury e‑commerce retailer specialising in premium fashion, beauty and lifestyle brands for GCC customers. The Buying team operates from the UAE and focuses on delivering a curated assortment, exceptional customer experience and commercial growth across the region. This role is based in Dubai with a hybrid working arrangement.