Category Manager (Book) - Maternity Cover 12 Months

Dymocks Retail is a nationally recognised multi-channel retail brand with over 50 locally owned and operated stores across Australia. The largest bookselling network in Australia, we pride ourselves on providing the best experience for our customers through our extensive range of books, gifts, and stationery.

As a Category Manager you will be a passionate, knowledgeable, and commercially minded individual. You will use your proven insights of these areas to maximise sales, market share and profitability.

Reporting to the Buying Manager, you will also be responsible for;

• Managing all aspects of buying and promotion for several non-fiction categories at a national level with a view to improving sales and Profitability
• Utilising your knowledge of and passion for the book market to maximise margins and add real value to our Franchise Owners and stores
• Maintaining our existing relationships with external stakeholders and forming new partnerships with suppliers who fit our retail store’s mix of products
• Supporting and liaising with Franchise Owners and stores on all aspects of buying and stock management
• Negotiating additional offers, promotions, margins and improved commercial terms with our partners and suppliers which will see Dymocks Retail maintain its unique and varied market position
• Working with the internal Merchandise, Marketing and Digital teams to create a promotions calendar that will not only achieve our targets but maximise the results, including but not limited to Books of the Month and Dymocks Top 101
• Conducting sales and market share analysis for current and recent promotions
• Reviewing buying processes to ensure maximum efficiencies

The successful applicant will have:

• Previous experience managing categories of products at a national level within a retail or wholesale environment
• Previous experience in the book industry preferred but not essential
• A real passion for book and non-book markets
• Demonstrated experience driving results and achieving financial targets
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to multitask, meet tight deadlines and maintain a strong focus on the detail
• Advanced skills with the suite of Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel

What's on offer

• Competitive package
• Rare category management position with a market leader
• Lots of scope to make positive improvements within an iconic Australian business

If you have the drive, passion and willingness to achieve instrumental results, apply today!

Applications Close 24th January 2024, we do however, reserve the right to close this vacancy early if a suitable candidate is found. 

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