Relocation Package Available for suitable candidate.At Spanos Retail Group, we don't follow the supermarket playbook — we rewrite it.Proudly Gold Coast–based and family-owned for over 30 years, Spanos IGA operates a growing network of independent supermarkets across South East and South West Queensland.
The award-winning Spano family has built a business that champions local communities, backs its people, and competes boldly against the major chains.We're now looking for a Category Manager — a commercially sharp, results-driven leader who thrives on ownership, negotiation, and delivering standout retail outcomes.
If you're ready to make real decisions, influence the business, and help challenge the duopoly, this is your opportunity.The OpportunityAs Category Manager, you will own your categories end-to-end.
You'll lead strategic planning, supplier negotiations, and promotional execution to drive sales growth, margin improvement, and income delivery.
Working closely with stores, suppliers, and senior leadership, you'll shape a compelling retail offer that builds loyalty and keeps Spanos IGA ahead of the competition.This is a high-impact role with genuine autonomy and visibility — ideal for a senior category professional ready to step into a business where performance is recognised and ideas are actioned.What You'll Be Responsible ForCategory Strategy & Commercial LeadershipOwn and deliver category strategies aligned to business objectivesLead promotional planning, execution, review, and optimisationDrive sales growth through accurate forecasting and disciplined range managementIdentify and execute new growth and income opportunities across categoriesLead senior-level supplier negotiations to maximise commercial outcomesManage trading agreements, business plans, and promotional commitmentsBuild strong,



cooperative partnerships with key suppliersSecure high-impact promotional activity including catalogues, activations, and late-week offersFinancial & Performance ManagementDeliver and exceed sales, GP %, GP $, and income budgetsActively identify margin improvement and cost optimisation opportunitiesManage promotional funding, stock strategies, and income forecastsEnsure business plan targets are achieved through disciplined executionStakeholder & Store EngagementPartner closely with store teams to ensure category strategies meet local customer needsCollaborate across merchandising, marketing, logistics, and operationsInfluence internal stakeholders through strong commercial insights and data-driven recommendationsWhat We're Looking For5+ years' experience in Category Management within FMCG or grocery retailProven success managing large categories, complex promotions, and supplier negotiationsStrong commercial acumen with a track record of delivering sales and margin growthAdvanced Excel and data analysis capabilityExperience leading projects, initiatives, or teams (formal leadership experience advantageous)Confident communicator with the ability to influence at all levelsA hands‐on, accountable leader who thrives in a fast‐paced retail environmentWhy Work With Spanos IGA?
Real influence — your decisions shape the business, not just a category reportAutonomy & trust — we back experienced people to do what they do bestDirect access to leadership — work closely with owners and senior executivesIndependent agility — move faster, be bolder, and innovate without red tapeCommunity-driven business — support local suppliers and local storesCareer growth — grow with a business that's expanding and investing in its peopleChallenge the duopoly — be part of a retailer that genuinely competes and wins
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📌 Category Manager & Buyer (Gold Coast)
🏢 Spano Holdings
📍 Gold Coast