Category Manager - Exclusives

Category Manager - Exclusives We are looking for an experienced Category Manager to lead and shape Jellycat’s global Exclusives product portfolio. For a quarter of a century, the Jellycat family have brought joy, wonder and playful fun to people of all ages, in every part of the world. Utterly original and in a class of their own, they are currently among the most loved and collected toys of their kind. How has this gentle tribe endeared themselves to so many? Perhaps it is their whimsical expressions. Or the deliciously soft fabrics. Or the beautiful way in which they sit in your hand. Whatever it is, there is something magical and unmistakeable about each one of them. We are looking for an experienced Category Manager to lead and shape Jellycat’s global Exclusives product portfolio. Reporting to the Head of Category Management, you will define the long-term strategy, framework and roadmap for Exclusive products, ensuring every launch delivers meaningful brand impact, fan engagement and commercial success. Working closely with Design, Product Development, Marketing, Sales, Operations and regional teams, you will translate global brand and business priorities into compelling product opportunities and market-leading exclusive collections. You'll be; Owning the global strategy, framework and roadmap for Jellycat’s Exclusive product portfolio. Defining the role of Exclusives within the wider product range, ensuring clear purpose, differentiation and value. Building and optimising a portfolio that balances brand objectives, consumer demand and commercial performance. Identifying and prioritising new product opportunities across markets, channels, customer partnerships and activations. Leading products through the full lifecycle, from opportunity identification and briefing through to launch and ongoing management. Partnering with Design, Product Development, Marketing, Sales and Operations teams to deliver successful product strategies and launches. Developing decision-making frameworks and processes that support consistent and effective delivery of Exclusive products. Using consumer, customer, market and performance insights to refine portfolio strategy and identify growth opportunities. Working with regional and pricing teams to ensure products are appropriately positioned and priced within their markets. Ensuring every Exclusive product strengthens the Jellycat brand, delights fans and contributes commercial value. You'll have; 5+ years’ experience in category management within luxury consumer goods. Experience working with premium or luxury brands sold through high-end retail environments. A strong strategic mindset with the ability to balance long-term planning with delivery and execution. Experience developing product strategies, portfolios and category roadmaps. Strong understanding of pricing, market positioning and competitive dynamics. Experience using market, consumer and performance insights to drive decision-making. Excellent stakeholder management skills and the ability to influence across cross-functional teams. A results-focused approach with experience delivering commercial growth and portfolio success. A customer-centric outlook and the ability to translate consumer needs into successful product opportunities. Experience working across global markets and understanding regional consumer and retail dynamics. Department Marketing Locations London Remote status Hybrid Employment type Full-time London Our Perks & Benefits Discretionary Bonus Scheme This role will be eligible to participate in a discretionary annual bonus scheme with awards based on both company and individual performance. Private Medical Insurance We offer a premium level of cover for all Head Office employees through Vitality including Optical and Dental cover. Group Life Cover We offer Life Insurance at 4 x basic salary 25 days paid holiday We value that you get more time with your family and friends. Therefore we offer everybody 25 days paid holiday. Hybrid working We value work-life balance highly, therefore we work a hybrid model which consists of coming into the office a minimum of three days a week. Employee Assistance Program Committed to the health and wellbeing of all our employees, we offer a comprehensive and confidential support program through Health Assured. Private Chef! Every Monday, Tuesday and Thursday we have the pleasure of having our own Private Chef team who prepare us all a buffet style breakfast and lunch. This is subsidised by the company with a small employee contribution. Regular social & team events We have a very imaginative and active social committee who meet regularly to put on events that help us mark special occasions and celebrate our successes as a team. Contributory Pension Scheme We offer a salary sacrifice pension scheme through Scottish Widows with a company and employee contribution of 5% each (you can of course increase your contribution). Applicant tracking system by Teamtailor