Huw Govier is the Beauty Category Leader at Amazon UK. Prior to joining the e-commerce giant as Head of Luxury & Professional Beauty in 2019, Govier's beauty industry career spans J&J, P&G and Coty.
He was previously the General Manager UK at Shiseido with a brand portfolio including Dolce & Gabbana Beauty, Issey Miyake and Clé de Peau Beauté.
"I probably owe my interest in consumer goods and beauty to the great experience and responsibility they gave to a naive student," Govier reflects on his start in cosmetics at J&J.
In partnership with CEW UK, here Govier shares his career journey and advice for future beauty industry leaders.
What was your first ever job in beauty?
My first taste of the beauty industry was during my