Category Growth Specialist

5 hours ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia beBeeCategory Full time $90,000 - $120,000
Key Role:

We are seeking an experienced Senior Category Manager to lead the growth and development of our Confectionery & Healthy Snacking categories.

Job Description:

The successful candidate will be responsible for driving profitable growth across the category, crafting and executing strategies that deliver customer-centric, sustainable growth while surpassing sales and profit targets. You will work closely with suppliers, internal teams, and key stakeholders to ensure we're always ahead of the curve.

Responsibilities:
  • 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.
  • Strategic Visionary: Identify opportunities for growth and innovation, leveraging customer insights and market trends to optimize product offerings and increase market share.
Requirements:
  • Proven Expertise: A strong track record in retail buying or category management. 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're 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 teams 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.
  • Leadership & Team Empowerment: A natural leader, you inspire, mentor, and develop high-performing teams, fostering a culture of collaboration, excellence, and continuous improvement.
What We Offer:
  • Vibrant Open Office: Work in a dynamic, collaborative space that sparks creativity.
  • Work-Life Balance: Remote flexibility with in-office collaboration.
  • Making a Difference: A paid day off each year to volunteer for a cause you're passionate about.
  • Fuel Your Day: Free 7-Eleven coffee and snacks in the office.
  • Family Support: Up to 15 weeks of paid parental leave as a primary carer.
  • Stay Connected: Social Club and Open Committee for events and activities.
  • Grow Your Career: Access LinkedIn Learning courses for professional development.

We celebrate diversity and are committed to inclusion. If you require adjustments to support an inclusive and accessible experience, please contact us for a confidential discussion. To find out more about our opportunities follow us on LinkedIn or view our careers page.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function
  • Marketing and Sales
  • Industries: Retail

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