Business: Ventura
Location:
Rhodes, NSW, AU, 2138
Employment Type: Maximum Term Full Time
Category Assistant
The Company
Ventura Health is a multi-brand resource centre for retail pharmacy groups, which currently includes Cincotta Discount Chemist, Mega Save Chemist, You Save Chemist, Max Value Pharmacy and BetterBuy Pharmacy.
Ventura Health is a multi-brand resource centre for retail pharmacy groups, which currently includes Cincotta Discount Chemist, Mega Save Chemist, You Save Chemist, Max Value Pharmacy and BetterBuy Pharmacy.
Together, Ventura Health represents more than 50 pharmacies.
Ventura Health is division of EBOS Healthcare division of EBOS Group. With almost 5,000 employees in 109 locations across Australia, New Zealand, and Southeast Asia EBOS Group is the largest and most diversified Australasian marketer, wholesaler and distributor of healthcare, medical and pharmaceutical products. It is also a leading marketer and distributor of recognised animal care brands.
EBOS Group is publicly listed on the New Zealand and Australian stock exchanges.
About the role:
We are looking for a Category Assistant to support key aspects of the Merchandise function and execution of category strategy. Reporting to the Category Manager, you will be responsible for assisting with planning, pricing, margin management and promotion across a wide portfolio. You will be required to communicate regularly to our Supplier Partners and Franchise network.
To be successful in this role, a strong sense of teamwork, integrity, initiative, and high work standards are required.
Job Responsibilities:
- Preparation of Category Review Packs
- Assist with ranging decisions, set retail pricing and have the ability to analyse data and make preliminary recommendations to the Category Manager(s)
- Maintenance of Managed Range products including pricing, margin, planograms, images and data integrity
- Promotional due diligence including print and digital activity
- Prepare all supplier planning strategy presentations and documentation
- Sales analysis and Category performance reporting
- Critical path time management to ensure deadlines are met
- Internal and external stakeholder communications
- Build strong business relationships with our Supplier Partners and the Support Office team
Skills and Experience:
- Intermediate to Advanced Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerBI, Word, Teams, Powerpoint)
- Demonstrated analytical, problem solving and planning skills
- High quality business acumen and strong communication skills
- Self-motivator with an ability to prioritise and manage time effectively in a fast-paced environment
- An understanding of healthcare or FMCG desired
- To be successful in this role, a strong sense of teamwork, integrity, initiative, and high work standards are required
Benefits
This is a unique opportunity to work in a company where you are valued, given the recognition you deserve and suitably rewarded for your hard work.
This is a unique opportunity to work in a company where you are valued, given the recognition you deserve and suitably rewarded for your hard work.
Other benefits include:
- Employee Share Plan;
- Company Paid Parental Leave;
- Employee Assistance Program for Mental Health Wellbeing;
- Staff Awards;
- Employee Referral Program;
- Health Insurance Discounts;
- And More.
We are committed to fostering a workplace that values diversity and inclusion. As an equal opportunity employer, we actively strive to build a gender-equitable team and cultivate a culture that embraces individuals from all walks of life. We welcome applications from candidates of diverse backgrounds, abilities, ages, and cultures (including First Nations Peoples).
Our commitment to inclusivity extends to supporting candidates with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require any accommodations due to disability, please inform us by reaching out to HR@ebosgroup.com. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce enriches our organisation and contributes to our success.
How to apply
If you believe that you have the necessary attributes to succeed in this challenging and rewarding role ‘APPLY’ now and submit your application.
If you believe that you have the necessary attributes to succeed in this challenging and rewarding role ‘APPLY’ now and submit your application.
Pre-employment checks may be required and will be discussed with the successful candidate.
We are unable to proceed with your application if your current visa restrictions preclude you from being able to perform the role in line with immigration laws.
No agency assistance required.