Assistant Category Manager

Lagardere AWPL
$84,358 - $106,816 a year
New South Wales
Full time
3 days ago

Love Data, Trends & Retail? Join Us as Assistant Category Manager!

At LagardèreAWPL, we’re not just the largest Travel Retail operator in the Pacific – we’re the most passionate! With 150+ stores across Australia & New Zealand, we bring big brands to life in airports and travel hubs. Our dynamic team of 1,500+ professionals work across 40 unique retail concepts – and now, we want YOU to join our team!


The Role:

This brand-new role provides critical administrative support to the Category Manager for Pharmacy, Beauty & Frangrance.

This is your opportunity to build your career whilst demonstrating your keen commercial acumen, love of data and analytics and superior customer service. No two days will look the same as you act as a first point of contact for operational queries, report on sales and trends, support with assortment reviews and manage SKU data.

We are looking for someone keen to delve into the data and provide support to the team with reporting, insights and recommendations to support decision making across the categories.


What You’ll Do:
✅ We are looking for someone keen to delve into the data and provide support to the team with reporting, insights and recommendations to support decision making across the categories.
✅ The accurate and timely management of category SKUs and vendors in ERP
✅ Coordination of the promotional calendar
✅ Monthly & ad-hoc reporting for categories
✅ Supporting with assortment reviews and file maintenance
✅ Administrative tasks as directed


Qualifications and Experience:
Tertiary qualifications in marketing, business or related fields
️ Previous experience in a similar role or retail environment
Knowledge of category trends, products and key brands/retailers
Experience with Point-of-Sale and ERP software will be highly regarded
Strong Microsoft suite skills including proficiency in Excel
Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment


Perks & Benefits:

Hybrid Working - Enjoy the flexibility of 2 days working from home and 3 days in the office each week.
Staff Discounts – You'll get exclusive discounts on products in our stores + extra savings on water and hot beverages
Career Development – Our Better Together development program offers opportunities to upskill, take on new challenges, and grow your career within our vibrant network
‍‍ Paid Parental Leave – We proudly support growing families with up to 18 weeks of employer-funded top-up paid parental leave scheme + additional personal leave entitlements
Employee Referral Program – Refer your awesome network to our team and if they’re hired, you’ll receive a reward + you’ll go into the running to win an end-of-year bonus
  • Wellbeing Leave & Employee Assistance Program – From day one our permanent employees receive a paid Wellbeing Leave day, and everyone has access to TELUS Health – a 24/7 service offering compassionate, confidential support whenever you need it
✈️ Work in a Dynamic Airport Environment – Where no two days are the same!



We Value Diversity & Inclusion

At LagardèreAWPL, we value diversity, inclusivity, and a collaborative work environment, where you will have the opportunity to work alongside a talented team of people who share your passion for creativity and excellence.

Join us at LagardèreAWPL and be part of a global company that celebrates creativity, innovation, and a commitment to sustainable practices.


APPLY NOW and join a passionate team shaping retail experiences across the Pacific

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