Senior Category Manager
4 days ago
Luton
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 ...