Category Manager

2 weeks ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Luxottica Full time

We are EssilorLuxottica, a global leader in the design, manufacture and distribution of ophthalmic lenses, frames and sunglasses. We bring together the expertise of two industry pioneers, one in advanced lens technologies and the other in the craftsmanship of iconic eyewear, creating a vertically integrated business that is uniquely positioned to address the world's evolving vision needs. We craft exclusive eyewear brands Ray-Ban, Oakley, Oliver Peoples, Persol, Costa and more, alongside esteemed licensed brands such as Tiffany & Co, Burberry, and CHANEL whilst our cutting-edge lenses Varilux and Transitions lead the industry in innovation. In Australia and New Zealand, we operate the iconic retail and eye care brands: Sunglass Hut, Oakley, OPSM, Ray-Ban and Laubman & Pank. Every day, EssilorLuxottica's 190,000 employees in 150 countries work towards a common mission to help people see more and be more.

EssilorLuxottica, the leading name in the optical retail industry, is seeking an extraordinary Category Manager for our prestigious OPSM, Laubman & Pank and EYEQ brands in Australia and New Zealand. This position will be for a 12 month duration responsible for the strategic planning, development and execution of initiatives to maximise the sales and profit growth within the optical product category for the retail business. Successful applicants will have proven effectiveness in managing point of purchase drivers through in-depth category, market and commercial understanding. This role offers an opportunity to learn all things optics and will play a pivotal role in delivering ideal product assortments to meet our local customer needs.

Requirements for Success

  • Develop and implement category strategies that align with the company's goals and objectives
  • Define product positioning, pricing strategies and promotional plans to maximise revenue and profitability
  • Manage product lifecycle, including launches, refreshes and discontinuations
  • Leverage data analytics tools to monitor category performance, identify trends, and make data-driven decisions
  • Use data insights to refine category strategies and improve overall performance
  • Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including Sales, Operation, Supply Chain and Marketing as well as external vendors
  • Maintain active range assortment that meets strategic business needs and the target customer groups
  • Monitor inventory levels and collaborate with supply chain teams to ensure optimal stock availability
  • Manage budgets for category initiatives effectively and efficiently
  • Serve as the expert on category and customer insights for the product portfolio

Skills & Experience

  • Bachelor Degree or equivalent
  • Minimum 3 years of experience in category management, product management or a related role (Optical experience will be highly regarded)
  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and translate insights into actionable strategies
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills to influence internal and external stakeholders
  • Proficiency in project management and the ability to prioritise tasks effectively
  • Familiarity with SAP and BI
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word and PowerPoint
  • Sound knowledge of the Australian and New Zealand retail environment

Working at EssilorLuxottica

A career with EssilorLuxottica will offer you rewarding experiences and the opportunity to develop your skills every day. Working at our head-office located in North Sydney, you will enjoy:

  • A generous yearly product allowance for you to spend across our portfolio of brands
  • Product discounts for family & friends
  • Wellness amenities including reformer Pilates studio, Yoga classes, Personal training and Bike storage.
  • Global volunteering opportunities through our OneSight Foundation
  • Wide range of career opportunities across EssilorLuxottica's network

To be considered for this opportunity, please click apply and send your cover letter and resume today.

As an inclusive, team-first company, our people are at the core of everything we do. We care deeply about creating a workplace where our team members feel valued, respected and empowered. We are committed to providing equal opportunity regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation or life stage. We value flexibility and encourage our team members to work in ways that meet their work/life commitments and support their wellbeing. We work hard to create a safe and inclusive environment for all, and most importantly, we're all about creating better experiences - for our customers and for each other.

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