Category Manager Are you an experienced Category Manager with a passion for driving growth in a fast-paced, dynamic environment? Do you have a strong commercial mindset and thrive in a role where you have the autonomy to shape and execute market strategies? Are you ready to lead the expansion of an international brand that blends digital growth with retail presence? MacGregor Black is currently partnering with a Rapidly Growing International brand to find a Category Manager. This is a full-time on-site role based in England. As the Category Manager, you will be responsible for driving the growth of a key product category, managing both e-commerce and retail operations, and executing market strategies to expand the brand’s reach. This is an exciting opportunity to take ownership of a category and help build a market from the ground up. Key Responsibilities: • Lead the expansion of the assigned product category, developing and executing both e-commerce and retail strategies. • Oversee and optimise the Shopify platform, ensuring a seamless and high-converting customer experience. • Develop and implement marketing strategies for the category, working closely with influencer marketing and digital teams to build brand awareness. • Drive the retail growth of the category, supporting new store openings and ensuring commercial success in physical locations. • Manage inventory and logistics, ensuring an efficient supply chain and fast order fulfillment. • Build and lead a local team, hiring key personnel across marketing, sales, and operations for the category. • Own the P&L for the product category, ensuring profitability and sustainable growth. • Establish new business areas and partnerships to accelerate market penetration and brand positioning. What are we looking for? • Proven experience in category management, retail, or market expansion, ideally in fashion, sporting goods, or consumer brands. • Experience with Shopify or other e-commerce platforms. • Strong leadership skills with the ability to build and scale a team. • Demonstrated success in driving sales, managing P&L, and optimizing commercial performance. • Experience in logistics, inventory management, and omnichannel retail strategies. • Ability to work strategically while also executing hands-on in a fast-paced environment. • Fluent in Norwegian and English, both written and spoken. Competitive salary + performance-based bonus. If this sounds like an opportunity for you, or someone in your network, please contact Gabby Zachrisson for more information.