EARN $110,000 - $120,000 pa + Super | Negotiable Based on Experience
Join an Iconic Melbourne Chocolate Retailer with a Robust Premium Brand Heritage
Senior Leadership Role Across Buying, Product, Packaging & Category Management

About The Company

Our client is an iconic Melbourne chocolate retailer with a strong heritage in premium chocolate products, gifting and retail experiences.

As they continue to grow, they are focused on evolving and elevating their product offer across gifting, everyday, seasonal and souvenir ranges, strengthening their position across both physical stores and eCommerce.

About The Chance

Reporting to the Managing Director and leading a small, high-performing team, you will be part of the leadership team. Some of your responsibilities will include:
Owning sales, margin and profitability across product categories
Managing SKU mix, range structure, pricing strategy and product lifecycle
Leading the buying, product development and category management function
Taking ownership of seasonal buying, planning and delivering key seasonal ranges including Easter, Christmas, Valentine's Day, Mother's Day and Father's Day
Providing direction and leadership to the Buying & Range Manager (Everyday range)
Sourcing,



negotiating and managing local and international suppliers and contract manufacturers
Leading packaging development to support premium positioning, gifting appeal and retail execution

About You

The successful candidate will have:
5+ years' experience in a similar Buying, Product, Category or Merchandise role
Leadership experience managing and developing high-performing teams
Outcome driven, can do approach to problem solving
Solid commercial acumen across sales, margin, pricing and forecasting
Experience managing suppliers, negotiations and product development
Proven experience across Speciality Retail or FMCG, highly regarded
Australian Citizenship or Permanent Residency required

What's in it for You?
Lead a Lean, High-Performing Team
Senior Leadership Team Role With Real Influence
Work Across a Unique Mix of Retail Stores and eCommerce
$110,000 - $120,000 pa + Super, Negotiable Based on Experience
Opportunity to Shape Seasonal and Everyday Ranges for an Iconic Melbourne Retail Brand

Apply today and don't miss out on starting this opportunity as soon as possible!

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