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Category Manager

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In-Office
Melbourne, Victoria, AUS
Mid level
In-Office
Melbourne, Victoria, AUS
Mid level
Drive category growth, profitability, and customer value through category strategies, product range and pricing optimisation, launches, market analysis, and cross-functional collaboration. Partner with Sales, Supply Chain, and Product teams to improve forecasting, inventory health, availability, and category performance. Lead Assistant Category Managers and influence stakeholders through strong commercial, analytical, negotiation, and presentation skills.
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Job Description:

Who We Are 
At Likewize, we help people stay connected to the technology they love. As a global leader in device protection, warranty, repair, and logistics solutions, we partner with some of the world’s largest brands and retailers to deliver exceptional customer experiences. 

Operating across multiple regions and supporting millions of customers globally, we combine innovation, commercial expertise, and operational excellence to deliver smarter technology lifecycle solutions. 

We are now looking for a detail-oriented and proactive Category Manager to join our team in Melbourne. 

About the Role 
As a Category Manager, you will drive category growth, profitability and customer value by developing and executing category strategies that align with customer needs and business objectives. Working closely with Sales, Product Managers and Product Marketing Managers, you will use customer insights, market trends and commercial opportunities to optimise product ranges, pricing and category performance. 

You will take ownership of category outcomes, leveraging data-driven insights to deliver revenue and profitability targets while ensuring the right products are available for the right customers. This role also provides leadership and direction to Assistant Category Managers, driving successful execution of category plans and operational priorities. 

Key Responsibilities 

  • Develop and deliver category strategies that drive growth, profitability and customer value. 

  • Partner with Sales teams to identify customer needs, market opportunities and channel priorities. 

  • Optimise product ranges, pricing and lifecycle management to maximise category performance. 

  • Lead new product launches and support successful execution across cross-functional teams. 

  • Analyse category and market data to identify trends, opportunities and risks. 

  • Work with Sales, Supply Chain and Product teams to improve forecasting, inventory health and product availability. 

  • Build strong stakeholder relationships and drive continuous improvement across category processes. 

About You 

  • 3-5 years experience within retail, telecommunications, consumer electronics, technology, FMCG or eCommerce environments.

  • Strong commercial acumen with the ability to balance customer requirements, inventory investment, profitability and growth opportunities. 

  • Advanced analytical skills with the ability to interpret sales, profitability, inventory and market data and translate insights into actionable recommendations. 

  • Experience working with Sales teams to develop customer-focused category solutions and growth plans. 

  • Excellent communication, negotiation and presentation skills with the ability to influence decision-making at all levels. 

  • Experience within mobile accessories, consumer electronics, telecommunications or related technology categories will be highly regarded. 

  • Full working rights and no requirement for visa sponsorship 
     

Why Join Us?

  • Join a collaborative and supportive team within a global organisation

  • A role with variety, responsibility and opportunities to learn 

  • Supportive team culture and a well-equipped, modern office 

  • Opportunity to contribute to process improvement and operational efficiency initiatives

  • Build your career within a business that values accountability, continuous improvement, and strong commercial outcomes

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Likewize Melbourne, Victoria, AUS Office

Melbourne, Australia

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