Category Manager

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We are proud to introduce an exciting opportunity within Global Retail Brands, Australia's premier specialty homewares retailer, boasting a vast network of over 260 stores nationwide. We are actively seeking a dynamic Category Manager to join our team focusing on our homeware portfolio.

With a core focus on our Homeware products and brands (House Bed & Bath and MyHouse), you will be reporting into the Head of Merchandise - Home Soft . This pivotal role will be responsible for the buying, development and procurement of product and ranges for the Global Retail Brands business, in line with the company's strategic direction — with a strong focus on driving sales, margin and stock performance.

This is not just about managing a category — we're looking for a true retail trader. Someone with their finger on the pulse, who understands the dynamics of trade, anticipates market movements, keeps a close eye on what other retailers are doing and leads the category with innovation and agility.

Key responsibilities of the role will include but not be limited to:

• Strategic Category Leadership: Develop and lead the strategic direction for our kitchenware category, aligning product buying, development, and procurement with the company's long-term vision
• Promotional and Trading Strategy: Design and implement comprehensive promotional programs, planning initiatives a full 12 months in advance while remaining adaptable to market changes
• Performance Analytics & Reporting: Lead daily and weekly reviews of performance metrics, synthesizing data into actionable insights that drive forward trading and promotional adjustments
• Visual Merchandising & Market Insights: Strategically plan visual merchandising for promotions and core lines, ensuring that presentation supports optimal return on investment
• Team Leadership & Stakeholder Engagement: Provide strategic guidance and mentorship to a team of category managers and retail traders, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and high accountability

About you:

• Minimum of 1–3 years' experience working as a Category Manager or in a similar buying/product role
• Strong technical product knowledge with a focus on product quality and continuous improvement
• Proven commercial acumen and a passion for retail trading
• Strong analytical and planning skills with the ability to pivot quickly based on performance and trends
• Exceptional attention to detail, organisation, and time management
• Confident working in a fast-paced and collaborative team environment
• A background in retail is highly advantageous, particularly within kitchenware or homewares

This full-time position offers the opportunity for a passionate Senior Category Manager to join to join a fast-paced, highly dynamic design team and environment, and to help support and contribute towards the growth of Global Retail Brands. This is a very exciting time to join the company as you will be part of a large, experienced and super-fun team, working 5 days in the office on St Kilda Road with access to lots of public transport, cafes near by and with dogs in the office – this is a role not to be missed

If this sounds like you, Apply Now

Seniority level

• Seniority levelMid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment typeFull-time

Job function

• Job functionStrategy/Planning, Administrative, and Product Management
• IndustriesRetail Apparel and Fashion, Retail Office Equipment, and Retail

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