Assistant Category Manager

**Introduction**:
About Barbeques Galore

Founded in 1977, Barbeques Galore is Australia’s leading retailer of BBQ’s and smokers, accessories, consumables and fuel, outdoor furniture and heating products with a national network of 90 stores. Join us during an exciting time as we continue the rollout of our award-winning new store design, further accelerate the introduction of new products and renewal of our range, and continue investing in our systems and processes as we build a market-leading, highly engaging omnichannel retail experience. Barbeques Galore is all about bringing together the best brands, best range, best value and creating the best experience as we help our customers to BBQ better

**Description**:
**Products**:
Create product codes, kit codes in Nav as well as barcode.
Maintain product details in NAV i.e., descriptions, flaggings, pricing, lifestyle status, units of measure
Maintain supplier details in NAV
maintain product information for the Barbeques Galore website and liaise with the omnichannel team.
Manage Stocking points 10, and 25
Manage promotional prices in NAV and price changes
Create and distribute Scan Books and Range Books to stores

Relationships

Work closely with cross-functional teams, including merchandising, marketing, sales, and supply chain, to ensure effective execution of category strategies.
Liaise with suppliers to with regards to product information
Liaise with stores to help with enquiries or requests
Liaise with the stores and supply team regarding stock.
Work with marketing to create and maintain tickets for stores.
Work with marketing on a weekly basis to ensure category objectives aligned across departments.
Assist with the Conference events ie organising suppliers / products / conference books

**Communication**:
Clearly articulate category strategies and initiatives
Identify strong written and verbal communication skills to influence and negotiate with vendors, suppliers and other business partners

**Quality**:
Maintain excellent project and time management capabilities to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines effectively.

**Skills and Experiences**:
**Qualifications**:
Relevant tertiary qualification and or equivalent employment experience
A relevant business/bachelor degree in category management, retail management or consumer goods industry.

**Experience**:
Previous category manager experience
Retail or E-commerce experience
Data Analysis and reporting

**Knowledge**:
Intermediate to Advance knowledge of Excel
Product knowledge is preferred but not required.
Strong understanding of category management principles, strategies and best practices.
Retail operations - preferred but not required.
Pricing and promotional experience preferred but not required.

Skills (Competencies & Behaviours)

Communication

Communicates ideas and information clearly and concisely
Actively listens to others
Maintain regular communication with store managers/franchises/ and product category managers.

Relationship Building

Builds effective working relationships within the organisation to enhance collaboration and ensure company goals are met.
Builds trust by delivering on commitments
Builds and maintains mutually beneficial, collaborative relationships with store managers, franchisees and category managers.

Analytical Skills

Analyse market data, sales performance and consumer insights
Able to interpret data, identify trends to make informed decisions for category management, proficiency in using data analysis tools and software is beneficial.
**Computer Skills**: Proficiency in using computer software and tools, such as Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, data analysis software, and category management software, is important for data analysis, reporting, and creating presentations.

**Desirable Attributes**:
Positive “can do” attitude
Excellent interpersonal skills
Attention to detail
Ability to work in a team or autonomously
Ability to problem solve
Reliability and punctuality