What’s in it for you when you’re part of our team:

- Team discount at Bunnings and other Wesfarmers brands including Kmart, Target and Officeworks to name a few
- Free standard OnePass membership
- Access to over 100+ exclusive team member benefits across health, shopping, travel and stay, wealth, work and leave
- 12 weeks paid parental leave, regardless of gender
- Fun stuff like annual festive gifts, discounted food and drinks at our Bunnings Cafe, and travelling store team member opportunities
- We’re genuinely invested in your career and no matter where you start with us, that pathway is yours to build

About the role:

Here’syour chance to shape the future of one of the most influential merchandise portfolios in Australian and New Zealand retail.A million ways to make an impactsits at the heart of this role — from leading a talented buying team to building the strategies that set the pace for our industry.You’lljoin a collaborative, energised group of commercial thinkers who back each other in, with a culture built on support, learning andinspiringyou to give it a red hot goevery day.

Due to an internal promotion we now have a Merchandise Manager position available based in our National Support office in Burnley, Melbourne. As a Merchandise Manager,you’llset the direction for your category, nurture strong supplier partnerships locally and globally, and create the experiences that help our customers shop with confidence both instore and online.

What’s involved:

In this role, every day is an opportunity to influence how millions of customers interact with Bunnings.You’ll:

- Shape category strategies using deep market insights and global trends, uncovering new avenues for growth and innovation.
- Build mutually valuable partnerships with local and international suppliers, strengthening relationships that drivelong termcommercial success.
- Guide,coachand develop a team of buyers to grow their commercial capability, strategicthinkingand leadership impact.
- Collaborate across the business — from operations and marketing to supply chain and digital — to bring great ideas to life.




- Optimise range and brand architecture to ensure we continue to offer best-in-class value.
- Drive initiatives that lift productivity, enhance our customer experience, and streamline the way we work.
- Lead the design of meaningful promotional plans that connect with customers and build category participation.
- Champion merchandising approaches that make shopping easier, more intuitive, and more inspiring.

About you:

You’rea seasoned retail merchandise leader who thrives on setting direction, developingpeopleand building strong commercial partnerships. You bring a strategic,future focusedmindset with a genuine passion for helping teams grow and succeed.

You’llfit right in if you:

- Love working in a collaborative environment where ideas flow freely and people have each other’s backs.
- Are energised by solving complex challenges and turning insights into meaningful action.
- Enjoy balancing commercial outcomes with customer value andlong termsustainability.
- Are known for clear communication, strong influencingskillsand the confidence to lead through change.
- Believe that the best results come from shared ownership, open dialogue anddriving high performance

What you’ll need:

- Tertiary qualifications in Marketing, Commerce,Economicsor a related field
- Strong experience in buying and category management within retail
- Proven success leading and developinghigh performingteamsof buyers
- Commercial sharpness,data driventhinking and genuine curiosity
- Well-roundedfinancial and marketing capability
- The ability to shape a vision, bring people on the journey and execute with impact

You’ll be part of a workplace where you’ll feel like you belong.

We love the diversity across our teams,



brought together in an inclusive culture guided by our values. We welcome applications from individuals of all ages, cultural backgrounds, abilities, sexual orientations, and gender identities.We strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply and join us in shaping a workplace that celebrates First Nations voices, perspectives, and contributions. Please note, you must be age 15 or over to apply for a role at Bunnings.

We’re all about fairness at Bunnings, and our team’s here to support you every step of the way. If you need any adjustments, just let us know - we’re here to help. If you’ve got the experience, skills, and drive to grow - but don’t quite nail every part of the job description - we still want to hear from you. For support, contact us at ****@bunnings.com.au.

Bunnings reserves the right to close job advertisements at any time. We do not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies, as we have a dedicated internal Talent Acquisition team managing all hiring processes.

Bunnings is the leading retailer of home improvement and lifestyle products in Australia and Recent Zealand. We're proud to support project builders, commercial tradespeople and the housing industry through our network of stores, trade centres, frame and truss sites and online.

At Bunnings, our purpose is simple: we’re here to inspire people to have a red hot go! Whether that's backing our team to grow, supporting customers to take on new projects, or helping communities make a real difference. By joining our passionate and diverse team, you will be part of a culture that encourages you to roll up your sleeves and build something great together. If you’re ready to have a go,

Please note if you are offered a role with us, background checks may be required. This can include police, employment, medical and qualification checks. If a police check search returns a criminal record, Bunnings will assess whether the record impacts your ability to perform the key requirements of the role.

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📌 Merchandise Manager (Williamstown)
🏢 Support Office VIC
📍 Williamstown