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Head of Category - Chilled & Sweet FoodsExcellent Salary with hybrid working conditions.Since 2024, 7-Eleven Australia has joined 7-Eleven international to be part of the biggest retail network across the world, represented in 20 countries with over 84,000 stores. We have big growth plans in Australia and a lot of opportunity for someone who wants to be part of every growing retailer with a global footprint.At the heart of 7-Eleven is our culture, a culture of learning, empowerment, adaptability, and collaboration. As part of your role, you will help reshape our customer offer and drive growth, identifying and generating opportunities for value creation with suppliers. You will have a passion for building and sustaining capability, creating a culture of negotiation and being a trusted partner to the Category team.Are you a game-changer in fresh food retail? Do you combine deep commercial acumen with visionary thinking? We''re looking for a Head of Category Chilled Food and Bakery to shape the future of our fresh food offer in a fast-moving, customer-first environment.About the RoleAs the Head of Category Chilled Food and Bakery, you''ll take full ownership of driving category growth and innovation across the portfolio. You''ll challenge the status quo, develop strategic plans grounded in consumer insight and market data, forge strong, future fit partnerships with our supply base and collaborate across the enterprise to deliver exceptional results.This is a leadership position for someone ready to disrupt, elevate, and transform our Chilled and Bakery categories in pursuit of our food ambition.What Youll DoLead the development and execution of the category strategy aligned with customer needs and commercial goals.Identify and implement transformative initiatives that deliver growth, increase customer loyalty, and drives profitabilityUse analytics and shopper insight to shape the future of our offering across the Chilled and Bakery categoriesCollaborate with cross-functional teams to bring innovation to shelf faster and more effectively.Build strong, strategic relationships with our supplier base to drive joint business planning, unlock innovation, and improve agilityChampion quality, freshness, and food credentials while delivering on key commercial metricsWhat you need; Proven experience in category management or buying within the fresh food sector (retail or supplier-side). Track record of driving transformation, innovation, and strong commercial results. Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to influence at all levels. Analytical mindset with a creative edge you love data but think beyond it. Passion for fresh food and the evolving needs of todays customer.Why Join Us? Vibrant Open Office in Richmond. Work in a dynamic, collaborative space that sparks creativity Work Your Way. Enjoy the perfect balance of remote flexibility and in-office collaborationget the best of both worlds Make a Difference. Take a paid day off each year to volunteer for a cause youre passionate about Fuel Your Day. Enjoy free 7-Eleven coffee and snacks in the officebecause great ideas start with great coffee Family Comes First. Get up to 15 weeks of paid parental leave as a primary carer, so you can focus on what matters most Stay Social & Connected. Join our Social Club and Open Committee for regular events, celebrations, and fun activities Grow Without Limits. Access unlimited LinkedIn Learning courses and invest in your personal and professional developmentUnlock job insightsSalary match Number of applicants Skills matchRetail & Consumer Products 5,001-10,000 employeesWith approximately 750 stores across Victoria, NSW, ACT, QLD and Western Australia. There are more than 450 small family-owned businesses in the 7-Eleven franchise network.Approximately 9,000 Australians work under the 7-Eleven brand, employed directly by 7-Eleven or indirectly through franchised stores and these teams serve an average of seven customers every second across Australia.With approximately 750 stores across Victoria, NSW, ACT, QLD and Western Australia. There are more than 450 small family-owned businesses in the 7-Eleven franchise network.Approximately 9,000 Australians work under the 7-Eleven brand, employed directly by 7-Eleven or indirectly through franchised stores and these teams serve an average of seven customers every second across Australia.To help fast track investigation, please include here any other relevant details that prompted you to report this job ad as fraudulent / misleading / discriminatory.Researching careers? Find all the information and tips you need on career advice. #J-18808-Ljbffr