Assistant Category Manager

Lagardere AWPL Travel Retail; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Working – some remote options

Staff Discounts

Career Development

Paid Parental Leave

Employee Referral Program

Wellbeing Leave

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

LagardèreAWPL Travel Retail is seeking an Assistant Category Manager to support the Fashion category with data-driven analysis and strong administrative capabilities. You will act as a first point of contact for operational queries, report on sales trends, and assist with assortment reviews and SKU data management.

The role emphasizes analytical thinking, accuracy, and the ability to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced retail environment.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualifications in marketing, business or related fields.
• Previous experience in a similar role in a retail environment is advantageous.
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Excel; Power BI and SAP experience is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to the Category Manager for Fashion.
• Report on sales and trends, support assortment reviews and manage SKU data.
• Maintain product databases and ensure data accuracy across systems.
• Assist with stock replenishments and promotions setup.
• Monitor sales and stock levels and resolve data conflicts.

Skills

Data analysis

Excel

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Education

Tertiary qualifications in marketing or business

Tools

Power BI

SAP

Job description

22h ago , from Lagardere AWPL Travel Retail

Love data, retail & buying? Join us as Assistant Category Manager!

At LagardèreAWPL, we’re not just the largest Travel Retail operator in the Pacific – we’re the most passionate! With 150+ stores across Australia, & New Zealand, we bring big brands to life in airports and travel hubs. Our dynamic team of 1,500+ professionals work across 40 unique retail concepts – and now, we want YOU to join our team!

The Role:

This role provides critical administrative support to the Category Manager for Fashion.

This is your opportunity to build your career whilst demonstrating your keen commercial acumen, love of data and analytics and superior customer service. No two days will look the same as you act as a first point of contact for operational queries, report on sales and trends, support with assortment reviews and manage SKU data.

We are looking for someone keen to delve into the data and provide support to the team with reporting, insights and recommendations to support decision making across the categories.

What You’ll Do:

• Ensure the accuracy and maintenance of product databases, including loading and clearing data.
• Efficiently conduct stock replenishments in support of the buying team.
• Assist in range optimisation exercises.
• Monitor sales and stock levels.
• Set-up promotions information in company systems.
• Prioritise, manage & solve data conflicts, promotional processing issues and queries, pricing queries, invoicing and store queries, etc.
• Oversee and manage rebates.
• Manage ad hoc administration projects.

What We’re Looking For:

• Tertiary qualifications in marketing, business or related fields.
• Previous experience in a similar role in a retail environment is a real plus.
• Highly skilled in Microsoft Excel; proficiency in Power BI and SAP is highly desirable.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.

Perks & Benefits:

• Flexible Working– Flexible start and finish times, with the opportunity to work from home, one day per week
• Staff Discounts– Get exclusive discounts on products in our stores + extra savings on water & hot beverages
• Career Development– We offer opportunities to upskill, take on new challenges and grow your career within our vibrant network
• Paid Parental Leave– We proudly support growing families with up to 18 weeks of employer-funded top-up paid parental leave scheme + additional personal leave entitlements
• Employee Referral Program– Refer your awesome network for a chance to receive a reward + go into the running to win an end-of-year bonus
• Wellbeing Leave – From day one our permanent employees receive a paid Wellbeing Leave day
• Employee Assistance Program - Everyone has FREE access to TELUS Health – a 24/7 service offering compassionate, confidential support whenever you need it

We Value Diversity & Inclusion

AtLagardèreAWPL,we value diversity, inclusivity, and a collaborative work environment, where you will have the opportunity to work alongside a talented team of people who share your passion for creativity and excellence.

Join us at LagardèreAWPL and be part of a global company that celebrates creativity, innovation, and a commitment to sustainable practices.