National Category Manager

Direct pathway to management
- For parents - 20 weeks paid parental leave (Australia only)
- Brilliant opportunity to deliver product/category plans across multiple channels

**About the role**

Dulux Group has an exciting new opportunity for a National Category Manager.

The role is within our Lincoln Sentry business enveloping leading brands in the cabinet hardware and architectural hardware markets.

Reporting to Senior Category Strategy Manager, you will be responsible for strategic category management, taking both a short and long-term view to grow and evolve the respective category through a highly commercial, customer-focused, and insight-led mindset.

You will set the strategic direction for our category and sub-categories and efficiently utilise data to uncover opportunities and deliver recommendations to our customers. You will own an insight-led innovation process focused on category development through a strong pipeline of profitable NPD and innovation initiatives.

You will work collaboratively with diverse set of stakeholders across the Marketing, Sales, Supply Chain, R&D, and Finance teams, as well as with key customers.

The role is based of Acacia Bridge, Brisbane.

**Responsibilities**
- Develop and implement relevant category strategies and business plans
- Develop and manage pricing strategies for product categories that drive sales and volume while maximising profit
- Manage vendor relationships and agreements driving commercial outcomes for Lincoln Sentry
- Seek innovative and profitable new opportunities using the Stage Gate process for NPD development
- Work with Supply Chain to promote optimal inventory levels through accurate forecasting, management of SLOB and excess stock

**Benefits**
- Give back to your community by using your “Supporting the Community” action day (1 day per year)
- Enjoy access to the DuluxGroup product ranges at a discounted rate
- The opportunity to work flexibly - we endeavor to work with our people to allow them to bring their best self to work
- Enjoy true recognition through our various employee award schemes
- Access to learning and development opportunities to support your growth and development across multiple business units and locations

**Skills & Experience**
- Demonstrated experience in a Category Management or B2B
- Experience in innovation, new product development and supplier onboarding and management is preferable
- Successful track record of delivering commercial outcomes
- Solid written and verbal communication skills
- Strong data analysis and problem-solving skills

**About DuluxGroup**

DuluxGroup is a leading marketer and manufacturer of premium branded products.

We employ approximately 8,000 people in Australia, New Zealand, Papua New Guinea, South-East Asia, China, Europe and the United Kingdom.

DuluxGroup is made up of six main business areas comprising of 50 well recognised brands, this opportunity sits current within our Lincoln Sentry business.Lincoln Sentry cabinet and architectural hardware distribution business is one of Australia’s leading distributors of premium quality hardware and components to the cabinet making, window, door and glazing industries.

**Culture**

At DuluxGroup, we are united by a shared set of values and behaviours that guide the way we work. We offer a supportive and collaborative workplace that values a diversity of perspective. We strive for an innovative, flexible and inclusive workplace where employees can perform at their best.

DuluxGroup welcomes qualified applicants, regardless of your gender, sexual orientation, race, religion, age or disability. **Talent is our only criteria**. Let us know if you need any special accommodations to participate fully in the recruitment process.

**How to apply**

Click APPLY or contact **Marium Hossain **on 02 9006 3598 for a confidential discussion.

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