Intern, Category Management

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Intern, Category Management

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About Sephora
Sephora, a division of LVMH – Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton global luxury leader, is a global leader in beauty retailing. It successfully operates more than three thousand points of sale across Americas, Europe, Middle East and Asia. Its aim is to animate the most loved beauty community in the world. Sephora Southeast Asia is a high growth division of leading global beauty retailer, Sephora. Our teams run omni-channel retail businesses in Singapore, Thailand, Australia and Malaysia, franchise operations in India & Indonesia and we run ecommerce only businesses (the first in the world globally for Sephora!) in Philippines, Hong Kong and New Zealand. Our success is built on innovation, a unique product portfolio, market leading digital capability, and our exceptional people! With ambitious growth plans we are always looking for talented people who are passionate about building businesses and developing themselves and our customers’ experience.

Job Responsibilities:

• Close collaboration and communication with internal stakeholders on monthly launch plans and commercial campaigns
• Work with Category Manager to provide e-commerce assets for new launches and online page maintenance to ensure relevant and optimal assortment.
• Create and monitor product listing; ensure products are listed and updated in their respective category listing.
• Market and competitor analysis - monitor and identify new beauty trends/ brands/ programs for better optimization and category growth.
• Category Analysis – monthly reporting and deep dive into category growth and trends

What You Will Learn:

During this internship, you will gain valuable exposure to real-world merchandising strategies, allowing you to understand how category decisions are made and executed in a fast-paced retail environment. You will also have the opportunity to work closely with experienced professionals who will provide guidance, mentorship, and insights into industry best practices. This hands-on experience will enable you to contribute meaningfully to ongoing projects, develop practical skills, and build a strong foundation for a future career in the retail and merchandising field.

Who Are We Looking For:

Skills:

• Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication for crafting briefs, collaborating, and presenting ideas.
• Organizational Skills: Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize effectively, and maintain organized project documentation.
• Analytical Skills: A basic understanding of data analysis and the ability to interpret marketing metrics (e.g., social media engagement).
• Teamwork & Collaboration: Demonstrated ability to work effectively within a team and collaborate with individuals from diverse backgrounds and skillsets.
• Adaptability: Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing priorities.

Requirements:

• Currently enrolled in a relevant Degree program (e.g., Marketing, Communications, Business, or related field).
• Strong academic record.
• Strong interest in the beauty industry and marketing.
• Proficient in Excel.
• Excellent written and spoken English.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.