Category Manager

3 weeks ago


Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS) Full time
Firstly, what we offer you

• Highly flexible work environment (including WFH)

• Bonus & incentive program

• 1 day paid volunteer leave per year

• Unlimited access to LinkedIn Learning

• Store discounts, and free 7-Eleven Coffee

• Social club & Open committee with regular events
We are human centred organisation and our people are at the core of everything we do. This is a true place to learn and grow whilst developing your career. Through our agile structure, we enable our employees to drive their own work - with a lot of autonomy, and have fun along the way
The Team
Join a dynamic squad where innovation and customer focus fuel success. As a key player in the team, you'll be responsible for driving profitable growth across your category, crafting and executing strategies that deliver customer-centric, sustainable growth while surpassing sales and profit targets.
The Role
You'll be responsible for shaping the future of our category's and leading it to success. From crafting category strategies to driving growth, you'll work closely with suppliers, internal teams, and key stakeholders to ensure we're always ahead of the curve.

• Craft and Execute: Develop and deliver compelling category plans that address
evolving customer needs and ensure we stay ahead of market trends.

• Collaborate and Negotiate: Build and nurture long-lasting supplier partnerships, negotiating mutually beneficial agreements that drive value for both our customers and the business.

• Inspire and Lead: Lead your team with passion and energy, empowering them to create high-performing, customer-first solutions that resonate across all

areas of the business.

What's in your Toolkit?
  • Proven Expertise: A strong track record in retail buying or category. You have demonstrated success in developing and managing high-performing categories.
  • Customer Centric Mindset: You excel at translating customer insights into strategies that drive business growth and enhance the customer experience across all touchpoints
  • Strategic Vision & Innovation: You are forward thinking and proactive in spotting market trends, anticipating customer preferences, and driving innovation to stay ahead of the competition.
  • Strong Negotiation & Influencing Skills: Your ability to build and maintain impactful relationships with both internal and external suppliers is key to driving success.
  • Financial Acumen: You understand how to manage budgets, optimize product offerings, and track sales performance to deliver profitability while keeping the customer at the centre.
At 7-Eleven our people are at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to creating a workplace that fosters inclusion and celebrates diversity. We strive to make every single 7-Eleven team member feel heard, valued, and respected no matter who they are or what diverse characteristics reflect their unique identity. We are proud to be a Diversity Council Australia Inclusive Employer 2024-2025 and Bronze Accredited with the Australian Workplace Equity Index.

At 7-Eleven, we are committed to ensuring that all prospective employees have the opportunity to perform at their best throughout our recruitment process. If you require any adjustments to support an inclusive and accessible experience, please contact us for a confidential discussion at peoplesupport@7eleven.com.au

** Please note, this email is strictly for adjustment requests related to the recruitment process. Other inquiries sent to this mailbox will not be actioned.**

To find out more about our current opportunities follow us on LinkedIn or view our careers page.
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