Category Manager – Health & Beauty (Auckland or Christchurch Based)About Us:At Bargain Chemist, we're on a mission to bring Kiwis the best in affordable healthcare and beauty. Since bursting onto the scene in 2018, we've made our mark with a passion for customer care. As we continue expanding, we're committed to delivering not just healthcare but also top-tier beauty products at unbeatable prices.We're looking for a Category Manager who lives and breathes health and beauty. If you're someone who has a passion for these categories, stays on top of the latest trends, and wants to drive growth in this dynamic space—this role is for you! This role can be based in Auckland or Christchurch.The Role:As the Category Manager for Health and Beauty Products, you'll develop category strategies that keep us ahead of trends, source exciting new products, and build strong relationships with suppliers to ensure the best pricing and selection.Key Responsibilities:Develop & Implement Category Strategies: Shape and execute strategies for health and beauty, makeup, and fragrance categories that align with market trends and customer demand.Product Trends & Market Analysis: Stay ahead of the latest health and beauty trends, analyse competitor activity, and track product performance.Supplier Relationships: Build and manage relationships with key suppliers to negotiate the best deals and ensure timely delivery.Product Assortment & Pricing: Curate an exciting and trend-forward product range while maintaining competitive pricing and profitability.Promotions & Campaigns: Collaborate with the Marketing team to design and execute promotional campaigns that drive sales and build brand awareness.Sales Performance Monitoring: Regularly analyse sales data to identify growth opportunities and optimize product categories.Testing and Trailing New Products: Determine what to drive the strategy and bring the latest products to market.What We're Looking For:A passion for health and beauty products, makeup, and fragrances, with a keen eye for trends.Strong negotiation and relationship management skills with suppliers.Analytical mindset: Ability to interpret market insights and drive category growth.Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams.Commercial acumen, with proficiency in Excel and inventory management systems.Experience in large-scale buying is highly regarded.Familiarity with NetSuite and TONIQ software is a bonus.Why Join Us?You'll be part of a passionate, Kiwi-owned company that's growing fast. We offer a dynamic work environment, opportunities for career growth, and the chance to make a real impact in a category you're passionate about.Two work-related references must be provided.Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.
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