Category Manager - Pool
If you’re looking for a challenge then an excellent opportunity exists to join one of Australia’s leading retail franchisors.
Summary about this job
Buying
Company: Private Advertiser
Location: Melbourne
Work type: Full Time
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Phone: +61-2-6634-9516
Fax: +61-7-1513-9126
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Detail information about job Category Manager - Pool. Terms and conditions vacancy
- Seeking a Pool Category Expert
- Competitive Salary On Offer
- Based Eastern Suburbs Melbourne
Clark Rubber is retail icon in the Australian market, well known as a category experts in Pool, Foam and Rubber.
If you're an energetic, focused and dynamic Category Manager/Buyer looking for a challenge then this is a fantastic opportunity to join the Clark Rubber team.
As the Category Manager for our key 'Pool' trading category, this role is perfectly positioned for a candidate with good pool industry experience.
Reporting to the General Manager Merchandise the key objectives of the role are to develop and execute strategies to achieve sales and margin budgets for the category and the business in general. Some of the key responsibilities include:
- Sourcing quality and value for money appropriate category products;
- Developing new and innovative products in conjunction with suppliers;
- Negotiating trading terms with suppliers;
- Establishing and maintaining effective supplier relationships;
- Maintaining appropriate product ranges that will ensure sales and profit growth;
- Developing extensive marketing and promotional campaigns for the products, via media such as catalogue and TV advertising campaigns;
- Maintaining effective communication and support throughout the Clark Rubber franchisee network; and
- Developing effective training programs.
The successful candidate must have:
- At least 5 years buying / category management experience;
- Proven pool industry experience;
- A proven track record in achieving sales and profit budgets;
- Solid experience with range planning / building seasonal programs;
- Proven experience in overseas sourcing and importing;
- Experience in managing supplier relationships and trading terms;
- Supply chain experience;
- Advanced Excel skills are a must;
- Experience in a retail franchise business is an advantage; and
- Holder a Certificate III or IV in Swimming Pool and Spa Service would also be an advantage.
Candidates with previous experience in managing pool and/or spa categories will be highly regarded.
A competitive salary package is on offer for the right candidate including an incentive bonus payment scheme.
This is a unique opportunity for a buying professional to work with a reputable established franchised retailer.
Only candidates currently residing in Australia with a valid working visa need apply.
All applications will be treated with complete confidentiality, and only candidates whose background and experience meets the requirements of this position will be contacted for an interview.