Category Manager Industrial Hose & Connectors Asia Pacific
We are seeking a energetic and commercially driven
Category Manager – Industrial Hose & Connectors (APAC)
to lead strategy, growth, and profitability across this critical product category.
In this leadership role, you will hold overall responsibility for the Industrial Hose and Connectors portfolio, including:
Development and execution of the category strategy
Delivery of sales and profitability targets
Supplier selection and strategic management
Growth of our PBL (Home Brand) range
Internal technical support and training development
This role operates within a matrixed structure and leads a team of product category specialists.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and deliver the Industrial Hose & Connectors product strategy
Drive achievement of sales, margin, and growth targets
Partner with sales teams to optimise pricing and profitability
Contribute to GMROI, ROIC, and overall inventory performance
Develop collaborative partnerships with key suppliers
Evaluate and recommend new vendors
Manage agency agreements and supplier relationships
Ensure technical documentation and master data accuracy
Champion new products, services, and channels
Leadership & Cross-Functional Collaboration
Lead and develop your team, including KPIs and performance management
Provide technical and sales support to the network
Work closely with Supply Chain, Marketing, Sales Leaders, and Corporate Support
Engage with key customers and industry stakeholders
About You
Qualifications & Experience




Formal qualification in Business and/or Marketing (desirable)
Strong commercial acumen and demonstrated marketing experience
Deep segment experience (mechanical aptitude advantageous)
Leadership and management capability
Skills
Strong written and verbal communication
Excellent organisation and ability to manage multiple priorities
Collaborative mindset with high customer focus
About Motion
Motion is a leader in the distribution of industrial products. We operate across Australia, New Zealand, Indonesia, and Singapore and part of a larger group GPC where opportunities are endless for a motivated individual.
We focus on continuous improvement and sustainable growth as our two main objectives. This is driven by our long-term investment in people, systems, process, and new growth opportunities for our people.
MOTION is an equal opportunity employer
You must be either an Australian Citizen or a holder of an Australian Permanent Residency Visa to be eligible to apply for this position.
GPC conducts its business without regard to sex, race, creed, color, religion, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, age, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, military status, status as a veteran, or any other protected characteristic. GPC's policy is to recruit, hire, train, promote, assign, transfer and terminate employees based on their own ability, achievement, experience and conduct and other legitimate business reasons.
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📌 Category Manager Industrial Hose & Connectors Asia Pacific (Brisbane)
🏢 GPC Asia Pacific
📍 Brisbane