Assistant Category Manager

**About the Role**
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This is an exciting opportunity to bring your passion for product and commercials together to join the Merchandise team as an Assistant Category Manager.

We currently have two opportunities available a **permanent opportunity within the Beer & Cider category for Dan Murphy's** and a **5 Month fixed term contract for the Beer & Cider cateogries across both Dan Murphy's and BWS.**

As an Assistant Category Manager, you'll partner with the broader category team and contribute to the execution of the category strategy, with a key focus on maximising the portfolio's commercial performance through a strong trade and customer plan.

You’ll work closely with a number of key internal and external stakeholders across the industry, from store teams to our global supply partners. No one day is the same

You’ll build and manage supplier relationships end to end and will use your strong knowledge and passion of the product to drive sustainable growth. You'll have an understanding of competitors, brands, consumer & shopper trends to create customer-centric promotional strategies.

**Reporting to the Category Manager, you will be responsible for**:

- End to end promotional planning rhythm by partnering with relevant suppliers and internal teams to execute promotions that deliver upon strategic category objectives
- Negotiate commercials with suppliers for promotions and marketing funding
- Execute these promotions by providing exceptional support to our store teams in delivering world-class promotional execution and ensuring that issues are addressed and queries resolved in a timely manner
- Utilise available data to regularly review performance with internal and external stakeholders
- Manage sales and profit improvement through executing strategic category initiatives and promotional effectiveness
- Prepare and brief major category campaigns, along with key supplier funded activities
- Utilise analytical skills and understanding of customer insights to make informed decisions

**About You**

We’re looking for an experienced Assistant Category Manager, with a passion for the liquor industry and an understanding of the customer.
You’ll bring to the role strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to build collaborative relationships. Having strong numerical, analytical, and negotiation skills, as well as proven experience in retail buying, marketing, or business development, will take you far.

You will also be able to demonstrate:

- Previous buying / ACM experience in FMCG/Retail environment
- Proven experience in planning a strong, customer focussed, promotional program to maximise the commercial performance
- A track record in using customer insights and data to make strategic and commercial business decisions
- Strong commercial acumen, including numerical and analytical skills, with excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Strong ability to negotiate and influence both internal & external stakeholders
- Passion for and demonstrated ability to build relationships and work collaboratively across all levels
- Ability to work cross-functionality, under pressure, and thrive in a fast-paced environment
- A customer-centric attitude and a passion for the liquor industry
- Intermediate to advanced Excel skills; knowledge of SAP highly regarded
- Degree or equivalent qualifications in business will be highly regarded

**The Perks**
- Everyday Rewards Card which gives you access to exclusive employee discounts across Woolworths, BIG W and Endeavour Group brands (BWS, Dan Murphy’s, etc) as well as 50% off at our ALH Venues
- Access to our Endeavour Group Employee Share Scheme
- Headspace days - no meetings company wide
- Flexible working arrangements are encouraged and our norm

**Grow with Endeavour Group**

Endeavour Group comprises a diverse range of drinks and hospitality businesses including BWS, Dan Murphy’s, ALH Hotels and Pinnacle Drinks. We are focused on growing and transforming our businesses to meet the changing needs of customers and we’re driven by a culture that puts our customers and team first.

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 or sexual orientation. At Endeavour Group 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 a more sociable future - for our customers and for each other.

**We’d love to hear from You**

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