Beauty & Cosmetics Category Manager - KSA

Saudi Arabia·RiyadhFull-timemid

Category ManagerProcurement & Purchasing

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Overview

About the Team At Trendyol Core Commerce, we build innovative, data-driven strategies that power sustainable growth and global expansion. From seller experience to new market launches,

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Category ManagerProcurement & Purchasing

About the Team

At Trendyol Core Commerce, we build innovative, data-driven strategies that power sustainable growth and global expansion.

From seller experience to new market launches, we turn insights into action—fast. Our cross-functional teams shape the future of commerce with bold ideas, real-time impact, and a deep sense of ownership. In a fast-paced, collaborative environment, we grow together — as individuals and as a team.

Responsibilities

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Manage and scale strategic Beauty and Cosmetics brand partners and distributors in Saudi Arabia.
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Identify, engage, and onboard high-potential beauty brands and sellers aligned with marketplace priorities.
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Own account performance and identify key levers to drive GMV growth, assortment expansion, and overall commercial results.
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Build strong, long-term relationships with key beauty brand principals and lead high-level commercial negotiations.
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Identify assortment and trending product gaps using beauty market trends and competitor insights.
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Develop and execute joint business plans (JBPs) and co-marketing campaigns with key beauty partners.
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Collaborate closely with Category, Marketing, Operations, Finance, Legal, and other internal teams to resolve operational bottlenecks and support sustainable partner growth.

Strong commercial experience in Beauty, Cosmetics, Fragrance, and/or E-Commerce, ideally within the Saudi market.
Proven track record in key account management, brand partnerships, or commercial category management.
Experience managing top-tier beauty brands, regional distributors, and handling complex commercial terms.
Strong negotiation, relationship-building, and multi-stakeholder management skills.
Commercial mindset with strong data-driven decision-making, project management, and multitasking capabilities.
In-depth understanding of the Saudi beauty retail ecosystem and local consumer buying habits.
Fluency in Arabic and English.

What We Offer

- Hybrid working model with flexibility: a schedule that helps you find the right balance between flexibility and team bonding, including work-from-abroad opportunities and a summer working model.

- Personalised training allowance and learning opportunities: Use your annual budget for any training or conference of your choice, explore our Learning Management System (LMS) anytime, and join in-person learning sessions offered throughout the year.

- Responsibility from day one: Take full ownership from the start in a culture where every voice is heard and valued.

- A diverse, international team: Collaborate with global peers across our offices in Berlin, Amsterdam, Dubai, and beyond, in a startup-spirited and collaborative environment.

- Opportunities to grow with the best: Tackle meaningful challenges, develop through hands-on experience, and grow with the support of expert guidance and global mentoring.

- Meaningful connections beyond tasks: Be part of team rituals, events, and social activities that help us stay connected and inspired.

Take the Next Step

If this role excites you, apply today, we look forward to taking the next step with you.

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