Mechanical Category Expert

3 weeks ago


Macquarie Park, Australia Blackwoods Full time

Job Description: As a Category Assistant in the Mechanical Category Team, you will play a crucial role in supporting the execution of strategy and contributing to the compelling offering for customers. You will collaborate with Product Managers and Suppliers to achieve commercial outcomes while leveraging competitive advantages.

About the Opportunity: This is a permanent, full-time opportunity based onsite at Blackwoods National Office, Macquarie Park. As a Category Assistant, you will have the opportunity to grow and develop your career in a national business, working with a supportive network of stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities: Some of the key responsibilities of this role include:

  • Supporting the execution of the category strategy to enhance market presence
  • Collaborating with Product Managers and Suppliers to develop supplier relationships
  • Assisting the Sales Team with category proposition to support category growth
  • Researching and evaluating the market to provide intelligence to the Category Team
  • Supporting ad-hoc administrative activities as required

Key Skills: To be successful in this role, you will need to possess the following skills:

  • Interest in career development within buying/category across mechanical products
  • Capability to work autonomously or in a team environment as needed
  • Ability to problem solve and forward plan
  • Resilience to learn and upskill within a fast-paced environment
  • Competency in Microsoft Office, including Excel
  • Tertiary qualification in mechanical engineering (advantageous)
  • Knowledge of mechanical engineering products (desirable)

What's in it for you: As a Category Assistant with Blackwoods, you can expect:

  • A supportive network of stakeholders
  • Discounts to Wesfarmers retailers (Bunnings, Kmart, Officeworks, OnePass)
  • Long-term incentives through the Wesfarmers Share Plan

Next Steps: If you meet most of the criteria listed above and would like to be considered for this opportunity, please send your application today. We will be contacting suitable candidates as we receive them.


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