Category Development Manager (m/w/d)

We are Coty, a world leader in cosmetics. As a supplier of perfumes, we are global market leader and number 3 for decorative cosmetics. Our comprehensive portfolio with countless renowned brands is sold in over 150 countries. We believe in beauty with an advanced guide and brands that inspire our customers – no matter where in the world You are. Successful brands in the luxury and lifestyle sector are part of the local portfolio. (m/w/d) von HUGO BOSS, CALVIN KLEIN, GUCCI, BURBERRY, CHLOÉ and many more are looking forward to you! Coty is one of the largest cosmetic companies in the world and has a renowned brand portfolio for fragrance, decorative cosmetics and skin and body care. Coty is the world's leading supplier of perfumes and number 3 for decorative cosmetics and sells products in over 150 countries around the world. Coty and its brands are also committed to a number of social initiatives and are committed to mitigating their environmental impact.

Category Development Manager (m/w/d)

as soon as possible; Darmstadt, Germany

The Category Development Manager is responsible in coordination with the senior or Director Category Growth the commercial strategies for the assigned brand(s) of the category based on shopper, customer and market data with the aim of developing the business for Coty above the average of the market. Beyond the above-mentioned focus, the Category Development Manager develops convincing trade arguments for the sales presentations and introduces them to the sales and sales services of the sales department. As part of the interdisciplinary business team, he is largely independent of the assigned brand(s) and actively brings the sales perspective into the multifunctional decision and planning meetings. Geographical framework is DACH (Germany + Austria + Switzerland). Independent development & creation of business plans and marketing strategies for the assigned brand(s) Creating and implementing powerful initiatives within the 4P (Product / Place / Promotion / Price) Implementation of “Go To Market” strategies for new products or new sales channels in the DACH region Development of pricing concepts and strategic trade arguments Definition of product list prices and profitability calculations Defining Coty Core Assortments for the Category Developing and implementing innovative launch and second placement concepts (for stationary and online trading) Creating growth-oriented channel marketing strategies Development and creation of advertising and decoration material / additions / local product modifications Sales and sales tracking of the developed initiatives Calculation and tracking of the P&L of the developed initiatives, calculation of return on investment Cooperation with Sales / Marketing/ Instore Excellence / Finance / Supply as well as global marketing and global & regional trade marketing Project evaluation (ex-post consideration based on sales figures) Planning, monitoring and controlling the Instore Promotional, Tester and Addition Budget taking into account the brand profitability for the brand(s) to be supervised Support key account management as part of customer appointments

Successfully completed Bachelor or Master degree Including relevant professional experience in Key Account Management, Trade Marketing, Marketing Very good knowledge of German and English in word and writing Safe handling of MS Office Knowledge for IRI / Nielsen / GfK Panel and SAP Experience in the beauty industry Number affinity and analytical thinking Negotiating skills/experienced with trading argument Entrepreneurial thinking and independent working Target-oriented & structured action Embossed communication skills & social competence Very good presentation skills and techniques High service and customer orientation Fun at work in the team

Work smart – Homeoffice options up to 50%, confidence working time and flexible working time Team - Positive working atmosphere and culture, characterized by diversity, coexistence and fun Internationality – Acting in an international working and group environment with flat hierarchies and exciting projects Working environment – Modern workplace design Parking & Access – Free company parking and central location and easy access to public transport JOBV1_EN