Our connections with pets help us grow as people, from our Petstock people in our stores and offices, our Petstock foundation team, our equine specialists, and online brands, from Australia to New Zealand. We are continually inspired by pets and animals to be better people, both in our careers and our everyday life. Join our passionate, knowledgeable, and down-to-earth merchandise team where we work hard and love what we do, making an impact for Pets, People and the Planet! Why is Petstock is the place for you. Free access to mental health, financial & wellbeing support services through our Sonder service From supporting the Petstock Foundation to our sustainability projects and community partnerships, our people have opportunities to play a role and be part of something bigger. Because giving back, together, is what we do! Opportunity to purchase up to 2 weeks of additional paid leave & 4 weeks of paid parental leave Health and wellness services at a great corporate discount Exclusive access to Workplace Banking We’re built on family values, combined with a genuine passion for pets and people. We operate with heart, inclusivity, and inspiration for pets, people, and the planet. Job Description You will lead category and department-wide performance, managing suppliers, finance, marketing and operations to drive growth across all Petstock Australia retail and online sites. You’ll shape strategy for exclusive ranges, new product innovation, seasonal and impulse buys, and private label expansion. Collaborating closely with brand, marketing, supply and space teams, you’ll streamline buying and operations while developing your team to deliver results efficiently. A Peek Into Your Petstock Day Lead and drive all aspects of department and category performance (supplier relationships, financial management, marketing, operational) Drive and maximise category performance on all Petstock related eCommerce sites Develop and deliver strategies for: Exclusive ranges Product innovation and first to market opportunities Seasonal and impulse buys Private label growth. Lead the Annual Business Planning process Develop close partnerships with the brand, marketing, supply and space teams to optimise category management activities and streamline processes. Develop team to achieve outcomes, contribute to store whilst being efficient and effective. Do you have the below experience and looking to take the next step in your career? Demonstrated ability in leading a team of Category Managers and/ or Buyers. Advanced computer literacy in Microsoft Office. Demonstrated understanding of retail metrics and key drivers Demonstrated ability to negotiate and manage suppliers Experience in Category Management, Overseas Importing and Product Development Demonstrated ability to influence multiple stakeholders. A passion for all things Pet! If this is the opportunity you’ve been looking for and you love Pets as much as we do, apply today! Follow us on LinkedIn to keep up to date on life across our various brands - https://www.linkedin.com/company/petstock In our effort to support People, Pets & Planet, we’re proud of the work our Foundation undertakes - https://www.petstock.com.au/pages/foundation Our diversity makes us betterwe are a diverse team with varying strengths and an inclusive organisation, committed to providing equal opportunities for all. We encourage applications from people of diverse backgrounds who wish to be part of a culture where everyone can proudly be themselves At Petstock we are passionate about supporting the communities we're part of, where possible we aim to hire candidates from the same geographic region (typically within a 80km radius) to strengthen community connections and support local economies. Whilst we do not prioritise local candidates over others, we recognise the benefits of hiring individuals who have unique insights into the local community
