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Category Manager

Location: 

Pymble, AU, NSW 2073

Date:  Feb 23, 2026
Posting Date:  Tue, 03 03 2026
Job Area:  Sales
Job Level:  Experienced

Role Summary

Category Manager will take ownership of our product portfolio, delivering strong growth performance, volume growth, and industry-leading quality across Australia and New Zealand. Working closely with Demand & Planning - Logistics and Marketing teams. The Category Manager will be responsible for market research, end-user insights, data analysis, support strategy development, data/research supplier management, budget management.

Main Tasks

  • Develop and execute a full product strategy to drive category growth and profitability. 
  • Increase product profitability through new product development and lifecycle management.
  • Manage the product roadmap with competitor insights, market research, and trend analysis.
  • Utilize market intelligence data to identify emerging trends, competitive landscapes, and opportunities for business growth.
  • Work closely with demand & planning - Logistics team to optimize product delivery.
  • Provide technical support to sales teams and customers, delivering training and product content.
  • Manage and maintain updates in the brand catalogue, ensuring accuracy of product data.
  • Ensure compliance with industry standards while managing product quality and warranties.
  • Preparation of regular reports, presentations, and dashboards, as well as their presentation to relevant stakeholders. 

 

Key Performance Indicators/Key Result Areas

  • Sales Performance
  • Profitability
  • Customer Satisfaction
  • Delivery Performance
  • Budget Management
  • Market Share / Customer Wallet Share
  • Portfolio Breakdown, New Product Sales Reports Analysis
  • Key Customers Development Plans
  • Training and Focus materials

Job Requirements (Qualifications, Skills, Experience, Competencies)

  • University degree in Engineering, Business, Marketing or equivalent field of education.
  • 5+ years’ experience in Category Management, Product Management, or a similar role - the Automotive Aftermarket segment is a plus.
  • Experience in the development and execution of Go-to-Market strategies
  • Commercial acumen with understanding of pricing, margin management, and profitability drivers
  • Advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills
  • Confidence working with ERP systems (SAP experience advantageous). 

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