Category Manager Lead

2 weeks ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Woolworths Group Full time
Unlock a Rewarding Career as Category Manager Lead

We're seeking a motivated and experienced Category Manager Lead to join our team in Woolworths Group, where you'll have the opportunity to shape the future of our grocery foods category.

About the Role:

As a Category Manager Lead, you'll be responsible for negotiating commercials with suppliers, managing key strategic initiatives, and delivering targets on sales growth, profitability, and market share. You'll work closely with a large number of suppliers to bring new ideas to this high-potential category and deliver optimum ranges via a planned review schedule.

You'll be part of a dynamic team that's passionate about creating genuine career opportunities and making a difference in our stores and for our customers.

Your Key Responsibilities:
  • Negotiate commercials with suppliers around cost of goods, promotional & marketing funding
  • Manage key strategic initiatives, as well as deliver targets on sales growth, profitability, and market share
  • Partner with a large number of suppliers and bring new ideas to this high-potential category
  • Deliver optimum ranges via a planned review schedule, offering choice that is store tailored, reflective of the category roles, incorporates changing customer trends, and utilises focused customer insight
What We Offer:

We offer a competitive salary range of $120,000 - $160,000 per annum, depending on experience. In addition, we provide a comprehensive benefits package, including parental leave provision, flexible 'Work from Anywhere' policy, and opportunities across the group to grow your career and make a meaningful impact.

Requirements:
  • Previous experience in Buying, with an emphasis on project management across a number of cross-functional initiatives, such as Reviews, Promotional Strategy, and bringing new products to market
  • A broad skill set in increasing sales and profit through implementation of strategic program initiatives
  • Analytical skills and understanding of customer insights to make informed decisions
  • Demonstrated ability to negotiate and influence with cross-functional and external stakeholders
About Us:

Woolworths Group is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered to reach their full potential. We believe in the importance of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging, and we're passionate about building a workplace culture that reflects the communities we serve.

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