Senior Category Manager

Senior Category Manager Ready to take your buying career to new heights? Our client is a global leader in air services, and play a pivotal role in shaping the onboard retail experience for a leading international airline. This is your opportunity to own high-profile categories, influence strategy across multiple markets, and deliver a premium product range that reaches customers at 30,000 feet. Why this role? This isn't just another buying role. As a Senior Category Manager, you'll take full ownership of the fragrance, cosmetics, and tobacco categories across the UK, EU, and Switzerland-driving innovation, profitability, and customer satisfaction in a fast-paced, international environment. From sourcing standout products to negotiating high-impact commercial deals, you'll be at the heart of a retail operation that blends data, creativity, and global reach. What you'll be doing · Own and deliver category strategies that maximise sales and profitability · Curate compelling product ranges for onboard and pre-order retail · Build and manage strong supplier partnerships across global markets · Lead commercial negotiations to secure best-in-class pricing and terms · Use data, trends, and insights to optimise performance and drive growth · Collaborate cross-functionally with marketing, merchandising, and operations · Ensure seamless product launches and availability across all channels What makes you a great fit · 5+ years' buying experience in the beauty sector or similar · A strong commercial mindset with a passion for product and performance · Confident negotiator with a track record of delivering results · Analytical thinker who thrives on data-driven decision making · Skilled at managing multiple stakeholders in a dynamic environment · A natural collaborator who can influence and inspire What you'll gain · A hybrid working model with flexibility built in · Exposure to international markets and global suppliers · The chance to shape a high-visibility retail offering · A fast-paced, innovative environment where your ideas matter · Real ownership and impact from day one Ready for take-off? If you're commercially savvy, trend-driven, and ready to make your mark in travel retail, this is your moment. Apply now and help redefine the inflight shopping experience. BH35896