Merchandise Manager

**Joining the Metcash Family** At Metcash, you’re **_part of something bigger_**. You have all the perks of a small business heart, without missing out on the big business support. Being part of something bigger means you’re part of a strong purpose, where the work you do makes a big difference to independent business and local communities. It opens a sea of opportunities to develop yourself, grow your career, thrive your way and make your mark. And you’ll be part of our high performing team, where you reap the rewards of our collective success now and into the future. **About the Opportunity** Are you a seasoned professional in **category management** and **supplier negotiations** looking to make your mark in a dynamic and fast-paced environment? We are seeking an experienced **Merchandise Manager** to join our team and help us shape the future of our product assortment, pricing strategies, and supplier relationships. As a Merchandise Manager, you’ll be at the forefront of driving our product success. You’ll be responsible for planning, procurement, and distribution, ensuring that we deliver exceptional value to our customers, retailers, and partners. You’ll have the opportunity to lead key category growth strategies, work with renowned suppliers, and bring innovation to life through private label strategies. **In this Role** - Own wholesale supplier relationships and related income budgets while improving COGS and maximizing opportunities for our business, and that of our retailers and suppliers. - Develop and deliver category ranges, pricing strategies, and promotional plans that align with strategic priorities across various channels. - Work closely with suppliers to build strong relationships that lead to mutual growth and ensure high standards in delivery and quality. - Utilize internal and external insights to fuel category growth and maintain our position as a market leader. - Own the development and delivery of private label strategies that resonate with our customers and enhance relationships with suppliers. - Conduct trading performance reviews, providing actionable insights to continuously improve sales performance. **You’re Likely a Match If*** - Extensive experience in **FMCG category management** and promotional planning. - A solid grasp of **Microsoft Office** tools, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. - Excellent leadership skills, with experience managing and developing teams. **Life at Metcash** Experience a supportive and flexible work environment. We are a FlexReady accredited workplace Enjoy a 5th week of annual leave every year after your first year, as per the policy. Benefit from 2 well-being days and 1 volunteer day annually. An abundance of learning, development, and career growth opportunities. Recognised as 45th in the global "Equileap Top 100" for initiatives on gender equity. - ️A neutral gender pay gap of under 5% as published by WGEA 2022- 2023 Gold accreditation by Mental Health Australia. Incredible value discounts and perks through our team member app, “Our Local”. **About Us** Metcash is Australia and New Zealand’s leading FMCG wholesale distribution company, with revenue exceeding $18 billion in FY23. We’re also an ASX top 100 listed company. Tasman Liquor Company is the New Zealand based wholly owned subsidiary of Metcash operating primarily in the liquor sector. We believe that it is absolutely vital to Australia and New Zealand that there is a sustainable, independent, family-owned business sector. Independent retailers support their local communities. We help them to be the ‘Best Store in Their Town’ by providing merchandising, operational and marketing support across our food, liquor and hardware pillars. **_Join us and be part of something bigger_** **_#INFLB_** **_#LI-SS1_** We are the largest supplier of liquor to independently owned liquor retailers and the largest broad range liquor wholesaler in Australia. ALM supplies over 12,000 liquor customers. In addition to supplying liquor stores, ALM incorporates a specialist on-premise liquor division that supports bars, pubs, restaurants and hotels. Through our network of 14 distribution centres located in each State and territory in Australia, we support independent businesses with a competitively priced and extensive liquor range, delivered through our cost effective and efficient supply chain.