[Confidential Search] Brand Category Manager (K-Beauty / Thai Beauty) - Dubai
QF Voyage (Tianjin) Technology Co., Ltd. · Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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The company is a fast-growing multi-brand beauty and skincare retail chain in Dubai, positioned as the region’s go-to destination for the best global beauty brands—similar to Sephora and Watsons. We are building an exciting platform for Asian beauty and are looking for a commercial leader to drive our K-Beauty or Thai Beauty categories.The Role:This is not a traditional buying-only role. We are looking for a Brand Category Manager to own profitable category and brand growth through sales planning, consumer marketing, strong launches, and disciplined retail execution.
What You’ll Do
Commercial Sales Ownership: Own category and brand sales, gross margin, and stock productivity targets across stores and e-commerce. Build monthly commercial plans, review results weekly, and close performance gaps quickly.Category Optimization: Use data to optimize assortment, pricing, promotions, and replenishment. Drive action on slow-moving and ageing stock.Brand & Marketing Leadership: Create and execute brand calendars covering launches, campaigns, and events. Lead new brand/product launches from commercial planning to in-store/online execution.Partnerships: Secure brand investment and support (media assets, testers, samples, gifts, training, promotional funding) from Korean or Thai beauty brands.What We’re Looking For:5-7+ years of experience in the beauty industry (skincare, makeup, fragrance, or devices).Must-have: Direct experience managing K-Beauty or Thai Beauty brands, with strong existing relationships and resources with Korean or Thai brand principals, distributors, or suppliers.Proven commercial track record in retail, distribution, or brand management; comfortable owning sales, margin, and inventory targets.Experience with international beauty brands and omni-channel retail; GCC/UAE experience is a strong plus.Analytical, results-driven, and a strong negotiator. Native or full professional fluency in Korean or Thai is required to negotiate directly with brand partners.
What We Offer
Competitive tax-free salary and benefits in Dubai.The opportunity to build and scale a major beauty category in the GCC.A dynamic, fast-paced retail environment.