Our client is a global food manufacturer and one of the most recognisable names in its category, with a long-standing heritage built on quality, taste, and innovation. Operating across more than 40 countries, the business has established a strong foothold in the Australian and New Zealand grocery market, where its brands continue to deliver growth and consumer loyalty.
Locally, the team is proud of a culture that balances global expertise with a close-knit, collaborative environment. People are encouraged to take ownership, contribute ideas, and work cross-functionally to deliver meaningful outcomes. With a focus on category leadership and a commitment to “Better for You” initiatives, this business is well positioned for future growth and is investing in the capability of its people to help deliver it.
As Assistant Category Manager, you’ll support the Senior Category Manager across the companies three key categories. The role will see you working closely with supporting the Coles and Woolworths accounts in the preparation of major customer reviews, while taking the lead on presenting and representing the business for category reviews with Australian independents and New Zealand retailers. You’ll adapt strategy for the independents channel, shape the approach for the NZ market alongside the local country manager and account team, and contribute insights to NPD stage gate projects and revenue management initiatives. Travel will be required a few times per year to support Metcash and NZ stakeholders.
Alongside this, you’ll provide regular reporting, analysis, and commentary to the corporate grocery team, helping to ensure that strategies are data-led and commercially focused.
We’re seeking a commercially minded candidate with assistant category management or analyst experience in FMCG, and some exposure to customer-facing work. Strong analytical skills are essential, including the ability to interpret data from Circana, Nielsen, or similar. You’ll be comfortable juggling multiple projects and confident in translating data into actionable insights. Success in this role will come from being a self-starter who’s proactive, accountable, and solutions-focused, with the interpersonal skills to build solid cross-functional and customer relationships.
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📌 Assistant Category Manager
🏢 Six Degrees Executive
📍 Melbourne