Bapcor Limited is Australasia's leading provider of automotive aftermarket parts, accessories, equipment, and services. With a network of over 950 stores and 4,800+ team members across Australia, New Zealand, and Thailand, we are known for our strong product range, industry expertise, and commitment to customer service. Our Retail division includes well-known brands such as Autobarn, Autopro, Opposite Lock and Midas, and we are continuing to grow.
Job Description
We're looking for a Category Assistant to join our Merchandise team at Bapcor Retail.
This is a excellent opportunity for someone with retail experience and strong analytical skills who's looking to build a career in category management. You'll work closely with a Category Manager, supporting pricing, promotions, product ranges and supplier relationships across a dynamic retail portfolio.
What you'll be doing
Supporting category plans, promotions and product launches
Assisting with pricing, competitor analysis and market insights
Preparing marketing briefs and coordinating catalogue activity
Monitoring product performance and supporting range reviews
Managing data, reporting and internal systems (including Excel and databases)
Liaising with suppliers, stores and internal teams to resolve queries
Helping manage promotional stock, clearance and slow-moving lines




Supporting store communication and ensuring accuracy across campaigns
Qualifications
What we're looking for
Experience in a retail, merchandise or buying support role
Strong Excel skills and an analytical mindset
High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities
Confident communicator with strong stakeholder engagement
A proactive approach and willingness to learn
Additional Information
Why join Bapcor?
At Bapcor, we focus on what matters most for our customers, team members and the communities we serve. We go the extra mile to get the job done and always live our values.
In joining our team, you can access:
Diverse career opportunities within the Bapcor Group
Discounts across Bapcor products and services, including our Retail and Trade brands
Industry leading policies to support your work/life balance (gender neutral parental leave, purchase leave, volunteer leave ...)
Paid birthday leave
Wellbeing support
Novated leasing and more
We pride ourselves on an inclusive work environment and encourage applications from people of all ages, cultures, gender identities, abilities and backgrounds, providing a recruitment experience that's fair, free from bias and accessible.
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📌 Assistant Category Manager (Melbourne)
🏢 Bapcor
📍 Melbourne