Category Coordinator

Our connections with pets help us grow as people, from our Petstock people in our stores and offices, our Petstock foundation team, our equine specialists, and online brands, from Australia to New Zealand.

We are continually inspired by pets and animals to be better people, both in our careers and our everyday life.

Join our passionate, knowledgeable, and down-to-earth team where we work hard and love what we do, making an impact for Pets, People and the Planet

Why is Petstock is the place for you.

• Free access to mental health, financial & wellbeing support services through our Sonder service

• From supporting the Petstock Foundation to our sustainability projects and community partnerships, our people have opportunities to play a role and be part of something bigger. Because giving back, together, is what we do

• Opportunity to purchase up to 2 weeks of additional paid leave & 4 weeks of paid parental leave

• Health and wellness services at a great corporate discount

• Exclusive access to Workplace Banking

• We're built on family values, combined with a genuine passion for pets and people. We operate with heart, inclusivity, and inspiration for pets, people, and the planet.

Job Description

As the Category Coordinator you will manage product data, generate category reports, and oversee promotional content, samples, signage, and proofs. You'll coordinate promotions end to end with suppliers and internal teams, ensure KPI alignment, handle ordering timelines, and design planograms.

A Peek Into Your Petstock Day

• Provide accurate and timely maintenance of product database including but not limited to price changes & promotions

• Preparation of category specific reports along with accurate & timely entering, reporting and calculation of data

• Provide category-based content and overviews for our stores

• Management of promotional samples, completion of photography brief & checking of catalogue proofs for accuracy and consistency

• Coordination of in store signage and ticketing requests

• Coordinate the end-to-end promotional process in conjunction with the Category Manager

• Coordinate all promotional submissions from suppliers & ensure the offers meet the company's promotional program

• Ensure all promotional submissions meet the required KPI's & confirmed with suppliers within the required timelines

• Work with Merchandise Planner to ensure all ordering timelines are met including stock availability

• Prepare plan-o-gram & merchandising templates for each promotional period

Do you have the below experience and looking to take the next step in your career?

•  Advanced Microsoft Office skills – Excel, Word, and Power Point

• Previous Category Assistant experience in a retail environment desirable although not essential

• Ability to prioritise and manage conflicting priorities

• Exceptional interpersonal skills & attention to detail

• Exceptional verbal & written communication skills with a demonstrated ability to influence multiple stakeholders

If this is the opportunity you've been looking for and you love Pets as much as we do, apply today

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Our diversity makes us are a diverse team with varying strengths and an inclusive organisation, committed to providing equal opportunities for all.   

We encourage applications from people of diverse backgrounds who wish to be part of a culture where everyone can proudly be themselves

At Petstock we are passionate about supporting the communities we're part of, where possible we aim to hire candidates from the same geographic region (typically within a 80km radius) to strengthen community connections and support local economies.  Whilst we do not prioritise local candidates over others, we recognise the benefits of hiring individuals who have unique insights into the local community