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Assistant category manager

Melbourne
Ebos Group
Category Manager
Posted: 15 April
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The Company At TerryWhite Chemmart (TWCM), we are dedicated to delivering frontline healthcare, ensuring every Australian has easy access to expert health advice and outstanding pharmaceutical care.

Our vision is to build a better future for Australian pharmacy, and we need passionate individuals like you to help us achieve this goal.

TWC is a subsidiary of the EBOS Group. With almost 5,700 employees in 133 locations across Australia, New Zealand, and Southeast Asia, EBOS Group is the largest and most diversified Australasian marketer, wholesaler and distributor of healthcare, medical and pharmaceutical products. It is also a leading marketer and distributor of recognised animal care brands.

EBOS Group is publicly listed on the New Zealand and Australian stock exchanges.

Assistant Category Manager

TWCM is seeking a proactive and commercially minded Assistant Category Manager to support the delivery of our merchandise strategy and help drive the performance of key categories across our network.

If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy working with suppliers, and love bringing promotional campaigns and product ranges to life — this is the role for you.

About the Role

As the Assistant Category Manager, you'll work closely with Category Managers and cross-functional teams to execute promotional programs, maintain accurate product data, support Private Label growth, and deliver initiatives that improve customer engagement and category performance.

This role is ideal for someone who is detail-oriented, collaborative, and eager to take the next step in their merchandise career.

What You'll Be Doing

Promotional & Category Execution

* Manage end-to-end promotional activities — submissions, proofing, pricing, and campaign finalisation
* Ensure catalogue and digital materials align with brand and campaign plans
* Coordinate product and pricing maintenance
* Forecast promotional inventory requirements
* Support category initiatives such as Buying Guides and seasonal programs
* Maintain supplier forms, product updates, and data accuracy
* Support Retail Media activations on the TWC Connect platform

Commercial Results

* Assist in delivering sales, GM$ and promotional income targets
* Support promotional business plan negotiations
* Conduct competitor and pricing analysis
* Track category and promotional performance and provide insights
* Build strong relationships with suppliers and TWCM stores
* Coordinate supplier co-op activities and track commitments
* Support supplier training and category initiatives
* Respond to network partner queries professionally and promptly
* Work cross-functionally with Marketing, Promotions, Retail Media, Space Planning, Data Management and Operations
* Ensure consistent messaging across marketing and promotional materials
* Prepare and coordinate store communications relating to category plans

Experience

* Strong commercial and analytical skills
* Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment
* Excellent communication and relationship-building capability
* High attention to detail and strong organisation skills
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office
* Experience in retail, FMCG or pharmacy (preferred)
* Tertiary qualification in Business, Commerce, or Marketing (desirable)

Capabilities & Attributes

* Strong analytical ability and problem‐solving skills.
* Confident communication skills and the ability to influence stakeholders.
* High emotional intelligence with a collaborative mindset.
* Adaptable, resilient, and able to manage competing priorities.
* Ability to think strategically while executing with attention to detail.

Why Join TWCM?

* Collaborative and supportive team culture
* Exposure to national promotions, suppliers, and cross-functional teams
* Play a meaningful role in delivering a best‐in‐class customer offer

Ready to take the next step in your merchandise career?

Benefits

This is a unique opportunity to work in a company where you are valued, given the recognition you deserve and suitably rewarded for your hard work.

Other benefits include:

We are committed to fostering a workplace that values diversity and inclusion. As an equal opportunity employer, we actively strive to build a gender‐equitable team and cultivate a culture that embraces individuals from all walks of life. We welcome applications from candidates of diverse backgrounds, abilities, ages, and cultures (including First Nations Peoples).

Our commitment to inclusivity extends to supporting candidates with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require any accommodations due to disability, please inform us by reaching out to HR@ebosgroup.com. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce enriches our organisation and contributes to our success.

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