Product Category Strategist
22 hours ago
The Reject Shop Overview
">We pride ourselves on our supportive team culture and understanding our customers, delivering the best value and variety possible.
Our company operates over 380 stores nationally and is committed to having the Right Team and being One Team.
">Job Summary
">We have a great opportunity available within our Merchandise team for a Buyer with strong FMCG experience. This role is responsible for one of biggest categories in our consumables department.
">About the Role
">This hybrid role involves working in the office Monday to Wednesday and requires the ability to deliver a profitable category while driving and developing key supplier relationships.
">A Day in the Role:
">- ">
- BUILD AND DEVELOP A STRATEGY TO ENSURE GREAT QUALITY, VALUE, AND EXPERIENCE TO OUR CUSTOMERS">
- DRIVE SIMPLE, CONSISTENT, AND EFFICIENT PROCESSES">
- ACHIEVE OUR LOW-COST MODEL">
- GROWING PROFITABLE SALES FOR THE PORTFOLIO BY WINNING CUSTOMERS WITH MARKET LEADING PROPOSITION">
- DEVELOP A CUSTOMER CENTRIC CATEGORY VISION THROUGH A STRATEGIC APPROACH TO DELIVER THE PRODUCT AND PRICE DIRECTIVE">
- LEAD CATEGORY TRANSFORMATION">
- DRIVE SALES PERFORMANCE IN LINE WITH BUDGET FORECASTS AND LAST YEAR">
- REMOVE ALL DUPLICATION AND RANGE FRINGE TO DELIVER SIMPLEST CUSTOMER PROPOSITION">
- DELIVERY OF KPI'S OF SALES AND PROFIT TO BUDGET">
- BRING INNOVATIVE NEW CONCEPTS TO THE CATEGORY">
- DEVELOP SUPPLIER NEGOTIATIONS AND LEAD NEGOTIATIONS">
- ENSURE ALL PRODUCTS ARE PURCHASED IN LINE WITH AUSTRALIAN QUALITY STANDARDS">
- ACHIEVE MARKDOWNS, STOCK TURNS AND FAST TURNING INVENTORY">
Your Key Responsibilities
">- Proven experience in retail buying, preferably within FMCG
">- Strong negotiation skills and ability to build effective relationships with suppliers.
">- Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret sales data and market trends.
">- Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
">- Highly organised and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
">- Results-driven and proactive, with a passion for delivering value to customers.
">- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other relevant software applications.
">What We Can Offer You
">- A supportive and diverse culture. At TRS we care about your wellbeing and are committed to providing a fun, safe and respectful environment
">- Structured onboarding followed by a buddy support program
">- Team Member discount for you and an immediate family member (permanent team members)
">- Human Thrive - Supporting financial wellbeing and providing Instant access to your pay
">- Paid parental leave program supporting primary and secondary care givers
">- Employee Assistance Program - free and confidential professional counselling for work and personal issues for you and your immediate family members
">Salary Estimate
">$80,000 - $120,000 per annum, based on location and experience.
">About The Reject Shop
">We are a leading Australian Discount Variety retailer currently operating more than 380 stores nationally. We pride ourselves on our supportive team culture and understanding our customers, delivering the best value and variety possible.
">Location
">National Stores
">Estimated Salary Range
">$80,000 - $120,000 per annum, based on location and experience.
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