28 Nov
Recognized
Clayton
The Senior Category Manager is a critical, customer-facing leadership role responsible for driving sustainable sales growth and retail productivity across our portfolio of cosmetic brands. This role translates deep market expertise into customer-informed Category Management strategies.
You will work with a team of Category professionals, providing strategic direction and fostering a cohesive approach that maximizes cross-account synergies. This position is pivotal to the ongoing success and strategic development of our Category Management function.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Category Leadership (Drive Retail Excellence)
- Strategy Implementation: Lead the development and execution of impactful display and promotional strategies tailored to customer needs.
- Performance Monitoring: Actively track, analyse, and report on brand and category performance, identifying opportunities for growth and intervention.
- Product Development: Develop comprehensive product briefs by synthesizing in-depth account needs, competitive research, and robust data analysis.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with the Sales team to develop compelling customer presentations and collaborate with the Supply Chain to ensure cost-effective retail execution and optimized planning lines.
Required Skills & Qualifications
Experience & Education
- Tertiary qualification in Business, Marketing, or a related field.
- Proven experience in a complex analytical role within the consumer products industry (FMCG experience essential)
- Minimum 3-4 years of experience in a complex analytical role within the consumer products industry is required.
- Demonstrated success in developing and executing impactful customer and product strategies.
Technical & Analytical Expertise
- Deep understanding of Category Strategy principles and best practices with a track record of practical application.
- 3-5 years of practical application experience in Category Strategy is required.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and the Microsoft Suite.
- Working knowledge of the financial and operational implications of business decisions.
- In-depth knowledge of the competitive landscape, consumer behaviour, and product offerings within the relevant market.
- Australian work rights are required for this position.
Key Characteristics & Competencies
- Customer-Centric: Professional, proactive approach to nurturing both internal and external relationships.
- Strategic & Analytical: Solid reasoning and analytical skills, with the ability to define and implement effective strategic plans.
- Results-Oriented: A strong team player with a focus on achieving business objectives.
- Execution Focus: Highly results-oriented, driven by business objectives and a strong sense of ownership and initiative.
- Communication: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present complex information clearly to diverse stakeholders.
📌 Senior Category Manager (Clayton)
🏢 Recognized
📍 Clayton
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