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Category Activation Manager / Cheffe Activation des catégories

Montreal, Canada

Own the business, not just the sale.

Commercial roles here go far beyond a standard sales pitch. You will operate in a true O+O (Offline + Online) environment, connecting physical shelves with digital carts across everything from mass market to luxury boutiques and social commerce. The expectations are high: you will negotiate directly with major retailers, take early ownership of your strategy, and manage a real P&L (Profit and Loss). If you want to build sharp omnichannel skills and see your decisions directly impact how the world buys our iconic brands, this is where you do it.

Skills you'll sharpen here

  • Business opportunities identification
  • P&L management
  • Sustainable business model design
  • Negotiation
  • Activation excellence
  • Omnichannel experience design

As well as these, L'Oréal employees are upksilled in AI fluency, data fluency, and critical thinking.

How we do business?

  • You won’t be boxed into a single channel.

    You’ll navigate a massive Offline plus Online (O+O) ecosystem, from mass retail and pharmacies to luxury boutiques and e-commerce, working alongside Marketing to connect physical shelves to digital carts..

  • Expect early ownership and a steep learning curve.

    You won’t sit on the sidelines. You will manage real budgets, drive live negotiations, and deliver immediate business impact. To back you up, our Commerce University will arm you with the exact omnichannel skills needed to thrive here.

Category Activation Manager / Cheffe Activation des catégories

Montreal, Quebec, Canada



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Gestionnaire de catégorie activation - Division des Produits Grand Public

Bonjour, nous sommes L'Oréal. Nous ne faisons pas que bâtir des marques, nous façonnons la manière dont le monde fait l'expérience de la beauté (et cela demande une multitude de métiers formidables).Intrigué(e) ? Continuez votre lecture, c'est peut-être l'opportunité que vous recherchez.

Au quotidien

Vous pilotez la stratégie go-to-market O+O (en ligne et hors ligne) pour notre Division des Produits Grand Public au Canada, sous la responsabilité de la direction de catégorie à Montréal. Vous faites le lien entre les ambitions de nos marques et la réalité de nos détaillants pour accélérer la croissance de la catégorie.

• Concevoir et déployer des stratégies go-to-market omnicanales adaptées aux spécificités de chaque réseau de distribution pour atteindre nos objectifs de parts de marché et de sell-out.

• Bâtir des argumentaires commerciaux percutants et structurer les assortiments cibles en vous appuyant sur les données consommateurs et les règles de gestion de la croissance des revenus (RGM).

• Co-créer les plans promotionnels, les lancements d'innovations et les événements en magasin en étroite collaboration avec les comptes clés, le marchandisage et le marketing de marque.

• Assurer la rentabilité du portefeuille en élaborant les plans d'arrêt de produits, en limitant les surplus et en optimisant les objectifs de marge brute.

Ce que nous recherchons

Vous alliez vision commerciale, agilité omnicanale et leadership collaboratif pour transformer les données de marché en opportunités concrètes. Vous apportez :

• Stratégie commerciale : Capacité à élaborer des feuilles de route go-to-market O+O et des plans d'assortiment adaptés aux réalités des détaillants canadiens.

• Prise de décision basée sur les données : Aptitude à analyser les tendances de sell-out et les données de panel pour orienter les décisions d'affaires.

• Gestion des parties prenantes : Aisance relationnelle pour aligner les équipes ventes, marketing, finance et chaîne d'approvisionnement autour d'une vision commune.

• Gestion de la croissance des revenus (RGM) : Compréhension opérationnelle des leviers promotionnels et de valorisation de la catégorie.

• Communication opérationnelle : Maîtrise professionnelle du français et de l'anglais pour collaborer efficacement avec l'ensemble des partenaires et comptes nationaux.

Ce qui vous attend

• Un lieu où sortir de votre zone de confort et dépasser votre potentiel (ici, vous serez encouragé(e) à tester de nouvelles idées et à prendre des risques !)

• De réelles responsabilités dès le premier jour, personne ne reste sur la touche chez L'Oréal

• Un environnement où chacun, quelle que soit son origine ethnique, son milieu social, son âge, sa religion, son genre, son orientation sexuelle ou sa situation de handicap, est accepté, peut s'exprimer, s'épanouir et être célébré !

• Un lieu où vous pouvez contribuer à un projet plus grand ! Plusieurs de nos marques portent des causes sociétales ou environnementales pour faire une réelle différence

Qui nous sommes

Leader mondial de la beauté, notre mission est de créer la beauté qui fait avancer le monde. Au sein de la Division des Produits Grand Public, nous démocratisons le meilleur de la beauté pour tous, partout, en conjuguant science, créativité et proximité avec nos consommateurs.

Nous nous engageons à garantir des processus de recrutement inclusifs et à promouvoir l'embauche et l'évolution de chaque candidat de manière éthique et équitable. Le Groupe interdit strictement toute discrimination fondée sur l'identité ou l'expression de genre, l'orientation sexuelle, les handicaps visibles ou invisibles, les origines socio-économiques ou multiculturelles, l'état de santé, l'âge, la religion ou toute autre caractéristique protégée par la loi.Vous vous demandez comment l'IA est intégrée dans notre processus de recrutement ? Consultez notre Charte IA pour des conseils et informations pratiques.Prêt(e) à postuler ? careers.loreal.com est notre site officiel de confiance.

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Activation Category Manager - Consumer Products Division

Hello, we're L'Oréal. We're not just building brands, we're shaping how the world experiences beauty (and it takes a lot of cool jobs to do it).Intrigued? Keep reading, this might be the opportunity you've been searching for.


A Day in the Life

You will lead the Online + Offline (O+O) category go-to-market strategy for our Consumer Products Division across Canada, reporting directly to the Category Leader in Montreal. In this role, you bridge brand ambitions with customer realities to accelerate category growth.

• Create and deploy omnichannel category go-to-market strategies that balance divisional brand priorities with retailer dynamics to secure sell-out and market share targets.

• Build compelling commercial selling stories and assortment master plans, translating shopper data and Revenue Growth Management (RGM) guidelines into actionable customer frameworks.

• Co-create promotional plans, new product launches, and in-store eventing budgets in close partnership with Key Account Managers, Merchandising, and Brand Marketing.

• Steer portfolio health and valorisation by designing category discontinuation plans, mitigating excess and obsolescence, and optimising gross margin targets.


We Are Looking For

You bring commercial sharpness, an omnichannel perspective, and the collaborative leadership needed to turn market insights into tangible growth. You bring:

• Commercial Strategy: Ability to design integrated O+O go-to-market roadmaps and tailored assortment guidelines across diverse retail channels.

• Data-Driven Decision-Making: Skill in synthesising category sell-out trends, margin metrics, and shopper data to steer sound business choices.

• Stakeholder Management: Strong interpersonal agility to unite cross-functional teams—from Sales and Marketing to Finance and Supply Chain—around a category vision.

• Revenue Growth Management: Practical grasp of promotional frameworks, gross-to-net mechanics, and category valorisation levers.

• Operational Communication: Professional working proficiency in English and French to partner smoothly across Canadian accounts.


What's In It For You

• A place for you to leave your comfort zone and grow beyond your potential (here, you'll be encouraged to try new things and take risks!)

• Real responsibility from day 1, there's no sitting on the sidelines at L'Oréal

• An environment where people of every ethnicity, social background, age, religion, gender and sexual orientation as well as people with disabilities are accepted, can speak up, will thrive and are celebrated!

• A place where you can contribute to something bigger! 


Who We Are

L’Oréal is present in 150 markets on five continents. For more than a century, L’Oréal has devoted itself solely to ‘Create beauty that moves the world’; it is now the industry world leader with €42 billion consolidated sales. Together, we solve complex challenges at scale, while making sure we stay committed to making the world a more inclusive and a better place for everyone & our planet.

The mission of L'Oréal Dermatological Beauty is to “Pioneer health and beauty to give the world life changing and sustainable dermatological solutions for all.” Our brands, including Vichy, La Roche Posay, CeraVe, SkinCeuticals are trusted & recommended by dermatologists, general practitioners and pharmacists all over the world.

We’re committed to guaranteeing inclusive recruitment processes and to advocating for hiring and promoting each candidate in an ethical and equitable way. The Group strictly prohibits discrimination against any applicant for employment because of the individual’s gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, visible and/or invisible disabilities, socio-economic and/or multicultural origins, health conditions, age, religion, or any other characteristics protected by law.

  • Reference number: 258843
  • Location: Montreal, Canada
  • Date posted: 10/26/2026
  • Employment type: Full-time
  • Professional field: Commerce
  • Type of contract: Permanent
  • Business Development
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Why a Pact? At L’Oréal, innovation has been in our DNA for over 115 years. As we invent the future of beauty, we see Artificial Intelligence as a powerful co-pilot, with the firm belief that technology must always serve people. This pact is our commitment to you: we want to be transparent about how we use AI during the recruitment journey, and we invite you to use it in a way that showcases your unique talents. Above all, we believe in a journey that is ethical, transparent, and human.

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What our people say

Commerce here moves fast, but you have total autonomy. You can go deep as an RGM expert or go broad across divisions and business models. You build the path you want.

Adam, Chief Growth Officer - Luxe, SAPMENA

What we bring to the table

Please note: The exact benefits can vary depending on your country.

  • A Competitive Salary to Secure Your Talent

    Our Share & Care commitment ensures you receive a competitive monthly salary that stands out locally, recognizing your contribution to our success.

  • Your Health & Well-being First

    You'll have access to medical coverage and a range of wellness resources, including mental health support, to ensure you feel your best.

  • Unlock Your Potential

    From day one, you get full access to our global learning platform with over 10,000 courses to build the skills for your future career.

  • Flexibility for a Balanced Life

    Find your perfect balance. We offer a hybrid work model and flexible arrangements, so you can manage your professional and personal life effectively throughout your career.

  • The Ultimate L'Oréal Experience

    Get generous discounts on our entire portfolio of iconic brands and be the first to try our latest product innovations.

  • Thriving Community

    Enjoy a dynamic work environment designed for connection and growth. From modern, collaborative offices to exciting social events, you'll be part of an ultra-connected network.

Think you’d be a great fit? We’d love to see you apply.

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