Join the Haircare Group FamilyHaircare Group is a proudly Australian, family-owned business with over 50 years' experience in the professional hair industry.
Founded by a hairdresser for hairdressers, we are a leading distributor of premium haircare brands and services across Australia and New Zealand, supporting customers across wholesale, retail, and eCommerce channels.We're more than a business - we're a community.
Our people are passionate about what they do and committed to excellence, innovation, and integrity.
We build long-term partnerships with our customers and proudly represent brands that inspire creativity and quality.For us, it's more than hair.The RoleWe're looking for a Buying & Category Manager to lead our buying and category management function.Reporting to the General Manager, this role is responsible for driving profitable growth through strategic sourcing, supplier partnerships, commercial negotiations, pricing management, and category planning.
You will own the commercial performance of assigned categories and play a critical role in delivering sales growth, margin improvement, supplier value, and market competitiveness.Managing the Promotions Lead, you will develop and execute category strategies, oversee pricing and promotional activity, drive product portfolio decisions, and provide commercial insights that support business performance and growth.Why This Role Stands OutOwn category performance, growth, profitability and market competitivenessLead strategic supplier partnerships and commercial negotiationsInfluence pricing, promotions, product portfolio and category strategyPartner closely with Supply Planning,



Sales, Marketing and FinanceLead new product opportunities and range optimisation initiativesBuild commercial value across a portfolio of premium industry brandsKey Responsibilities:Develop and execute buying strategies that support business growth, profitability and competitivenessBuild and manage strategic supplier relationships, negotiating pricing, rebates, trading terms and promotional supportIdentify, evaluate and onboard new brands, suppliers and product opportunitiesOwn category sales, margin, profitability and commercial performance outcomesDevelop and implement category plans that drive revenue growth, market share and customer valueMonitor market trends, customer demand and competitor activity to identify opportunities and risksLead range reviews, SKU rationalisation and product lifecycle decisionsDevelop and manage pricing strategies to maximise profitability while maintaining competitivenessLead promotional planning and trading initiatives in collaboration with suppliers, Sales and MarketingAssess new product opportunities and develop business cases for investmentPartner with Supply Planning to align category plans, inventory investment and demand forecastsAnalyse sales,



margin and market data to deliver actionable commercial insightsPresent recommendations and category performance updates to senior leadershipLead and develop the Promotions Lead while fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvementWhat You'll BringProven experience in Buying, Category Management or Commercial ManagementStrong commercial negotiation and supplier management experienceDemonstrated success driving category sales, margin and profitability outcomesStrong understanding of pricing strategy, promotional planning and category performanceExperience managing product portfolios and product lifecycle decisionsStrong commercial acumen with the ability to identify growth opportunitiesAdvanced ERP, Microsoft Excel and reporting capabilityStrong analytical and problem-solving skillsExcellent stakeholder engagement, negotiation and influencing skillsLeadership experience and a passion for developing peopleExperience in wholesale, retail or distribution environmentsDegree in Business, Marketing, Commerce or a related field (preferred)What We Offer:Leadership prospect within a respected Australian-owned businessCollaborative and values-driven cultureGenerous staff discounts on premium haircare productsExposure to senior leadership and strategic decision-makingReady to Take the Next Step?
If you're a commercially minded category or buying professional passionate about driving growth, building supplier partnerships and delivering commercial results, we'd love to hear from you.Please note: You must have full Australian work rights to apply
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📌 Buying & Category Manager (Adelaide)
🏢 Haircare Group
📍 Adelaide