We are seeking a detail-oriented Business Category Assistant to support our Electrical Head Office Team at Harvey Norman New Zealand.
In this role you will assist the Electrical team with product management, marketing, advertising, and administrative duties to ensure all objectives and strategies for the assigned category are achieved such as sales, gross profit, and over-and-above advertising targets.
Some of your key responsibilities will include:
Collaborate with the Category Manager and cross-functional teams to coordinate tasks, ensure deadlines are met, and maintain efficient operations.
Contribute to strategic planning and development of the assigned category, providing creative input on marketing concept development and campaign execution.
Coordinate marketing, advertising, and communications plans, promotions, and campaigns within budget and timelines.
Assist with product lifecycle management, pricing strategy, stock management, and financial aspects as required.
Conduct marketing research, including regular competitor reviews, to identify opportunities and analyse campaign effectiveness.
Generate and analyse reports tracking trends and utilizing key findings for future marketing practices.
Act as a key contact point for staff and suppliers, handling queries and issues efficiently and professionally.
Undertake project work and meet task deadlines as assigned.
The experience you will bring with you:
Strong product and marketing skills and the ability to think innovatively and strategically in a deadline-driven environment.
Intermediate to advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
Experience within a large retail organization.
Exceptional organizational and time management skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Strong administrative skills and attention to detail.
Problem-solving skills and ability to anticipate and adjust for challenges.
Marketing or Business-related qualification (desirable).
Interest in electrical products and willingness to learn and adapt.
Our staff are what make our brand amazing and over the last 25 years have built our business into one of NZ's leading retailers. Working for a household name does come with its advantages, to name a few:
Variable working arrangements could be available.
Employee benefits such as discounted gym membership, eye care, dental care & banking products.
Access to EAP Services.
Long service recognition.
Staff discounts on selected products.
We provide you with real growth opportunities and we have plenty of examples of significant growth in our business; Harvey Norman is proud to boast that all our General Managers have been promoted internally! There is never a dull moment when you're working for a market leader, internal promotion is how this role has become available!
Seize this unique opportunity and APPLY NOW!
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