Category Manager - Pantry

About Woolworths Group

Woolworths Group is a leading organization with over 200,000 employees connected by a shared purpose to create better experiences for a sustainable future. We strive to innovate in meeting the daily needs of over 24 million customers each week, offering a dynamic, inclusive, and empowering work environment that fosters diversity and career growth.

Role Overview

The Category Manager within the Pantry team is responsible for driving continuous improvement in product range, pricing, promotions, and placement. This role involves collaborating with internal teams such as Marketing, Digital, E-Commerce, Operations, Finance, and People to achieve sales growth, profitability, and increased market share.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop category strategies grounded in deep customer and market insights.
• Curate product ranges and fine-tune pricing and promotional plans aligned with category goals.
• Establish strong partnerships with suppliers to optimize the supplier portfolio, driving sales, profits, and customer satisfaction.
• Ensure all products comply with Australian consumer law.
• Achieve financial targets related to sales, profit margins, inventory management, and market share.
• Meet non-financial objectives including team development and gathering feedback from suppliers, team members, and customers.
• Create and implement customer-centric category plans and conduct regular reviews.
• Source innovative products that offer competitive advantages.
• Negotiate terms with suppliers regarding product range, cost of goods, and promotional investments.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Marketing, Online, Replenishment, Customer Insights, and Rewards teams.

Candidate Profile

• Demonstrated experience as a Category Manager or comparable role within large retail or FMCG sectors.
• Proven ability to design and execute customer-focused category strategies supported by strong commercial analysis.
• Excellent negotiation and influencing capabilities across diverse stakeholders at all business levels.
• Capacity to develop expertise in the relevant product category within Australia.
• Strong passion for product development, innovation, and continuous enhancement.

Benefits & Work Environment

• Flexible hybrid work model combining office/hub presence and remote work.
• Meaningful role contributing to teams enriching community wellbeing.
• Global enterprise offering broad career development opportunities and networking.
• Wellbeing support including 24/7 access to the Sonder app.
• Progressive leave policies tailored for personal priorities.
• Employee discounts on a range of Woolworths Group brands and robust rewards programs recognizing purpose-driven contributions.

Diversity and Inclusion

Woolworths Group is dedicated to fostering diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. We value the diverse experiences that enrich our business and enhance innovation and problem-solving. We strive to create an inclusive environment where all individuals feel they belong, can thrive, and realize their potential. We encourage applications from all candidates and provide support for any adjustments needed during the recruitment process.