Senior Category Manager – Beauty

Company: JINGDONG RETAIL (UK) LIMITED
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Location: London
Job Description:

Joybuy is JD.com’s dedicated retail platform for Europe, offering a wide range of products across multiple categories. We are currently in the beta testing phase across the UK, Netherlands, Germany, France, Belgium and Luxembourg, building the future of retail with smart systems, bold ideas and a customer‑first mindset.

About the Role

We are seeking an ambitious and driven Senior Category Manager to manage our Beauty product assortment, providing the best selection of items for our UK consumers at the best price. The role offers a unique opportunity to build and shape category strategies and contribute to the growth of a new and dynamic e‑commerce business.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead purchasing and sales activity for the Beauty product category, with a focus on Luxury Beauty.
  • Business development with brands and suppliers, bringing leading brands on board.
  • Analyse key metrics and identify sourcing gaps to derive strategies to improve supplier and category performance.
  • Monitor inventory levels to ensure optimal stock availability.
  • Develop and execute comprehensive sales strategies, including pricing structures and promotional campaigns.
  • Identify and engage with potential partners, manage supplier relationships, negotiate pricing and cost efficiencies, validate fees and ensure accurate data maintenance.
  • Curate and select category‑specific products that align with consumer demand and usage scenarios.
  • Collaborate with international supply chain teams to secure necessary resources and support.
  • Analyse sales and procurement data to identify trends, propose improvements, and enhance gross profit margins.
  • Engage with regional and local teams to implement proposed strategies.

Qualifications

  • Merchandising or buying experience within Beauty and/or related sectors.
  • Deep understanding of consumers with strong market insights and proven purchasing expertise.
  • Established supplier relationships within the FMCG network in the UK.
  • Exceptional analytical abilities, data sensitivity, and logical thinking.
  • Effective communicator with a passion for continuous learning.
  • Highly driven, innovative, team‑oriented, and committed to aligning personal contributions with organisational goals.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary and benefits package, including health insurance, pension and performance bonuses.
  • Opportunities to shape category strategies and contribute to a rapidly growing e‑commerce business.
  • Diverse, inclusive work environment where you can make a significant impact on JD.com’s regional presence.
  • Great office locations and a supportive, people‑first culture.

Equal Opportunity Statement

JD.com is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status or any other protected characteristic.

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Posted: May 30th, 2026