## Category Manager Industrial Hose & Connectors Asia PacificApplyremote type: Hybridlocations: Richlands, Queensland, Australia: AUS Motion Kemps Creek FPS: Sunshine West, Victoria, Australiatime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R26\_0000017145We are seeking a dynamic and commercially driven **Category Manager – Industrial Hose & Connectors (APAC)** to lead strategy, growth, and profitability across this critical product category.In this leadership role, you will hold overall responsibility for the Industrial Hose and Connectors portfolio, including:* Development and execution of the category strategy* Delivery of sales and profitability targets* Supplier selection and strategic management* Growth of our PBL (Home Brand) range* Internal technical support and training developmentThis role operates within a matrixed structure and leads a team of product category specialists.**Key Responsibilities:****Strategy & Commercial Performance*** Lead and deliver the Industrial Hose & Connectors product strategy* Drive achievement of sales, margin, and growth targets* Partner with sales teams to optimise pricing and profitability* Contribute to GMROI, ROIC, and overall inventory performance**Supplier & Product Management*** Develop collaborative partnerships with key suppliers* Evaluate and recommend new vendors* Manage agency agreements and supplier relationships* Ensure technical documentation and master data accuracy* Champion new products, services, and channels**Leadership & Cross-Functional Collaboration*** Lead and develop your team, including KPIs and performance management* Provide technical and sales support to the network* Work closely with Supply Chain, Marketing, Sales Leaders, and Corporate Support* Engage with key customers and industry stakeholders**About You****Qualifications & Experience:*** Formal qualification in Business and/or Marketing (desirable)* Strong commercial acumen and demonstrated marketing experience* Deep segment experience (mechanical aptitude advantageous)* Leadership and management capability**Skills:*** Strong written and verbal communication* Excellent organisation and ability to manage multiple priorities* Collaborative mindset with high customer focus* Intermediate MS Office skills (Excel, Word, Teams, Outlook, PowerPoint)**About Motion**Motion is a leader in the distribution of industrial products. We operate across Australia, New Zealand, Indonesia, and Singapore and part of a larger group GPC where opportunities are endless for a motivated individual.We focus on continuous improvement and sustainable growth as our two main objectives. This is driven by our long-term investment in people, systems, process, and new growth opportunities for our people.So, if you are interested in joining our group don't wait, apply now and let us help you **empower** your career with us!***MOTION is an equal opportunity employer*****You must be either an Australian Citizen or a holder of an Australian Permanent Residency Visa to be eligible to apply for this position.*****If this sounds like the opportunity for you, click "Apply for this job" and submit both your resume and cover letter. Please note only short-listed candidates will be contacted.***
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