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Category Buyer

Australia Employment contract · Job Posted January 17, 2026
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Job Description

Reporting into the National Category Manager, we are seeking to recruit a motivated and experienced Category Buyer to lead our Vitamins department. In this role, you will be responsible for managing the product range, pricing, and promotional strategies to drive sales and profitability within the vitamins category.

Job Responsibility

  • Develop and implement category strategies to achieve sales and margin targets
  • Conduct market analysis to identify trends, customer needs, and competitive activity
  • Negotiate with suppliers to secure the best terms and conditions
  • Manage product lifecycle, including new supplier set up, product introductions and discontinuations
  • Collaborate with marketing and merchandising teams to plan and execute promotional activities
  • Monitor inventory levels and ensure optimal stock availability
  • Analyse sales data and provide regular reports on category performance

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, or a related field
  • Experience in category management or buying, preferably in the retail or FMCG sector
  • Strong negotiation and communication skills with internal and external stakeholders
  • Proficiency in data analysis, with experience working in MS Office specifically Excel
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

What we offer

  • Opportunities for career advancement and professional development
  • A supportive and collaborative work environment
  • Employee discounts on a wide range of products
  • Access to EAP services
  • Corporate discounts on Healthcare Premiums and Novated Leasing
  • Subsidised onsite canteen
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