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MultipleLocations Considered:Sydney, Melbourne or BrisbaneWe are partnering with a well-regarded national business that supplies specialist product solutions across diverse trade and project markets. With a solid reputation for quality, innovation, and customer commitment, the business is looking for a skilled Category Manager to lead a key portfolio. This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a strategic, cross-functional environment and is passionate about driving commercial success through thoughtful product and category management.As Category Manager, youll play a pivotal role in shaping the future of the category - from strategy and supplier engagement through to range development, pricing, and product lifecycle management. This is a hands-on, high-impact opportunity to own a portfolio and influence broader business growth.Key Responsibilities:Develop and execute comprehensive category strategies that align with customer needs, market dynamics, and business goalsManage the full product lifecycle, including NPD, range optimisation, pricing strategy, and product rationalisationWork closely with sourcing teams and supply partners (both local and overseas) to deliver competitive and commercially viable product solutionsLead and contribute to private label development, go-to-market planning, and promotional activityPartner with sales, marketing, and operations teams to ensure alignment and successful execution of category initiativesAnalyse sales, market, and customer data to identify opportunities for growth, margin improvement, and range innovationNegotiate supplier agreements and rebates that enhance commercial outcomes and strengthen supplier partnershipsSupport product training and the development of assets for internal and customer useManage or mentor junior category support team members, where applicableRequired experience:Proven experience in category management, product management, or brand management, within a B2B, trade, or industrial environmentCommercially driven with a strong understanding of pricing, margin, and portfolio profitabilityExperience in supplier engagement, sourcing, and negotiating terms and rebatesSolid analytical capabilities with the ability to turn data and market insights into actionable strategiesSkilled in cross-functional collaboration, able to influence and align internal and external stakeholdersComfortable managing complex product portfolios across multiple channels or customer typesExposure to private label product development, category reviews, and strategic planning will be highly regardedThis is a unique opportunity to join a respected, growth-oriented organisation where you will be given the autonomy to drive meaningful change and commercial results.Should this opportunity be of interest to you click on the APPLY button above or contact Hannah Bulmer at Blackbook Executive on (03) 9823 7408 if you would like to discuss further. #J-18808-Ljbffr