Category Management & Process Assistant

Wesfarmers Health was formed in March 2022, with the acquisition of Australian Pharmaceutical Industries (API). Our supporting portfolio of brands includes Priceline, Priceline Pharmacy, Soul Pattinson Chemist, Pharmacist Advice, Clear Skincare Clinics, InstantScripts and SILK Laser Clinics.  

About us:

Since our humble beginnings in 1910, we've grown from a small co-operative of three pharmacies to a national organisation and one of Australia's leading health, beauty, and wellness companies.

Wesfarmers Health includes 73 company-owned Priceline stores, 396 Priceline pharmacy franchise stores and 89 Clear Skincare clinics and is also a wholesale distributor of pharmaceutical goods. In 2023, the Health division expanded its digital and medical aesthetics offering with the acquisitions of telehealth provider InstantScripts, as well as the SILK Group, who operates a network of around 140 wholly-owned, joint venture and franchised clinics.  The division employs more than 3600 team members.

The Category Management & Process Assistant is a key role within our Wholesale Health & Beauty Category team, with two important focus areas; reviewing, capturing & improving our Category Management processes and assisting the Category Management team with maintaining their operating rhythm.

Day-to-day, you will support the Head of Category Management for Health & Beauty categories, including the planning and coordinating of team priorities & work-streams within the overall Category Management value stream. You will make a meaningful impact by driving process efficiency and innovation, and by reviewing and ensuring key processes are correctly documented and supporting the delivery of key business projects & initiatives, e.g., Supplier Engagement communications & initiatives, Category Plans, Supplier Joint Business Plans, and Monthly Collaboration meetings.

You will also:

• Lead cross-functional projects to implement innovative ways of working, process enhancements, and system changes to unlock growth opportunities and drive efficiencies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to review, refine, and implement Category Management processes, fostering a culture of continual improvement.
• Develop and enforce process governance to monitor and report on process compliance, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives.
• Coordinate and facilitate training programs to equip team members with the necessary skills and knowledge in Category Management principles and processes.
• Work closely with the Head of Wholesale Health & Beauty to spearhead continual improvement and supplier engagement initiatives.

Please note this is an 11 month max term maternity leave cover.

What you'll bring:

• Tertiary qualifications in Business, Marketing, or Retail, complemented by sound experience in formulating and communicating business strategies and processes.
• Experience in a similar role, with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Exceptional critical thinking and problem-solving abilities, with a proven track record of facilitating cross-functional teams to achieve alignment and shared goals utilising project management disciplines.
• Superior presentation and facilitation skills, coupled with the ability to communicate complex information in a clear and concise manner to diverse audiences.
• Strong analytical skills to derive insights from data and drive fact-based decision-making.
• Resilience, adaptability, and a proactive approach to continuous improvement and innovation.
• Excellent time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively and deliver exceptional results within specified timeframes.
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Suite, particularly PowerPoint and common systems.

Why us?

• A fantastic work culture based off our four Ways of Working - Be well, Show You Care, Make it Better and Act Now
• Ongoing professional development and career opportunities across the Wesfarmers Health Division and the broader Wesfarmers Group.
• Access to employee benefits across Wesfarmers including team member discounts at Bunnings, Kmart, Target, Officeworks, OnePass, Priceline and Clear Skincare Clinics.
• ‘We Love Your Work' recognition program. Team members can recognise their peers, team or other business units, with winners taking part in our annual awards.
• Novated leasing options
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - available to all team members and their immediate family members, 24/7, 365 days a year.
• Beautiful outdoor terrace for work and recreation.
• Food, coffee and health & wellbeing facilities onsite including a landlord operated gym
• Dedicated end of trip facilities (cycle racks, showers, lockers).

This is an opportunity to join a highly regarded and established company offering excellent career prospects and team member benefits. Wesfarmers Health is also committed to supporting the Workplace Gender Equality Agency requirements. For more information about Wesfarmers Health please visit wesfarmers.com.au/our-businesses/wesfarmers-health.

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