Category Manager

Location: Dubai, UAE

Employment Type: Full-Time, On site

About the Company:

Gloria Jeans was founded with a vision that fashion should be inspiring, accessible, and constantly evolving. Since our founding in 1988 as a denim manufacturer, we have transformed into one of the leading fashion retailers, offering clothing, footwear, and accessories for women, men, and children through our vibrant brands: “Gloria Jeans”, “Gee Jay”, and “Ready! Steady! Go!”. With more than 600 retail stores, a growing e-commerce platform, and a passionate team of over 15,000 employees, we are proud to balance style, quality, and affordability in everything we do. We move fast, adapt boldly, and care deeply about making everyday fashion beautiful and attainable for millions.

Job Summary:

We are looking for a passionate and trend-savvy Beauty Buyer to manage and expand our beauty product assortment. The ideal candidate has a strong understanding of the global beauty market, a sharp eye for product curation, and the commercial skills to drive performance across retail and e-commerce channels.

Key Responsibilities:

• Source and select new beauty products and brands across categories like skincare, makeup, fragrance, and personal care.
• Build and manage relationships with local and international suppliers , negotiating pricing, terms, and exclusivity deals.
• Plan and execute seasonal buying strategies in line with business goals and market trends.
• Analyze sales data, customer insights , and competitor activity to inform product decisions.
• Collaborate with merchandising and planning teams to ensure optimal stock levels, replenishment , and product lifecycle management.
• Work closely with marketing to develop launch plans, promotions, and in-store activations .
• Attend trade shows, exhibitions, and brand meetings to identify emerging trends and innovation.
• Ensure all products comply with local regulatory requirements and internal quality standards.
• Monitor performance of beauty categories and provide weekly and seasonal reports on sell-through, margin, and turnover.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Fashion Management , or a related field.
• Minimum 3–5 years of buying experience in beauty, cosmetics, or personal care (retail or distribution).
• Strong negotiation skills and supplier management experience.
• Deep understanding of beauty trends, consumer behavior, and competitive landscape .
• Proficient in Excel , retail systems, and data analysis tools.
• Ability to manage multiple brands, categories, and collections simultaneously.
• Exceptional communication and organizational skills.
• A strong eye for product curation, packaging, and brand storytelling .

Preferred Skills:

• Experience working with prestige and indie beauty brands .
• Familiarity with Middle East beauty market and regional consumer preferences.
• Network of beauty suppliers, distributors, or brand principals is a plus.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial retail environment .