Category Assistant Trainee

Dahlsens; Queensland; Hybrid; AUD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Birthday day off (paid)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Uniform provided

Rewards platform with retailer perks

Team member discounts

Growth and career progression

Job summary

Cairns Hardware, part of the Dahlsens Family Group, is seeking a Trainee Category Assistant to join our Merchandising team in Cairns. This entry‑level role suits someone with strong administration, data entry, reporting or analytical background who wants to develop a career in buying, merchandising and product management.

You don’t need previous merchandising experience; being highly organised, comfortable with detailed information and spreadsheets, curious about product performance, and eager

Qualifications

• Positive attitude and strong work ethic.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Willingness to learn and ask questions.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate product and supplier information.
• Analyse sales and inventory data.
• Assist with pricing, promotions and product range reviews.
• Support supplier communications and relationships.
• Prepare reports and administrative documentation.
• Coordinate product information and updates with branches.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes and product performance.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Data analysis

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication skills

Numerical ability

Independence / teamwork

Job description

Dahlsens Family Group of Companies is a proud, long-standing partner to Australia’s builders, from local trades and serious renovators to large-scale residential and commercial projects. As an Australian family owned and run business, we are committed to supporting the industry and the communities we serve.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Cairns Hardware is seeking a Trainee Category Assistant to join our Merchandising team. This role would particularly suit someone with a strong administration, data entry, reporting or analytical background who is looking to take the next step and build a career in buying, merchandising and product management.

You don’t need previous merchandising experience. What matters most is that you’re highly organised, confident working with detailed information and spreadsheets, curious about how products perform, and keen to learn.

Working alongside experienced Category Managers, you’ll learn how to:

• Maintain accurate product and supplier information
• Analyse sales and inventory data
• Assist with pricing, promotions and product range reviews
• Support supplier communications and relationships
• Prepare reports and administrative documentation
• Coordinate product information and updates with branches
• Identify opportunities to improve processes and product performance

ABOUT US

Dahlsens Family Group of Companies is a proud, long-standing partner to Australia’s builders, from local trades and serious renovators to large-scale residential and commercial projects. As an Australian family owned and run business, we are committed to supporting the industry and the communities we serve.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Cairns Hardware is seeking a Trainee Category Assistant to join our Merchandising team. This role would particularly suit someone with a strong administration, data entry, reporting or analytical background who is looking to take the next step and build a career in buying, merchandising and product management.

You don’t need previous merchandising experience. What matters most is that you’re highly organised, confident working with detailed information and spreadsheets, curious about how products perform, and keen to learn.

Working alongside experienced Category Managers, you’ll learn how to:

• Maintain accurate product and supplier information
• Analyse sales and inventory data
• Assist with pricing, promotions and product range reviews
• Support supplier communications and relationships
• Prepare reports and administrative documentation
• Coordinate product information and updates with branches
• Identify opportunities to improve processes and product performance

If you’re someone who enjoys getting the detail right, working with numbers and information, and turning data into meaningful insights, this could be a great career move.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

• A positive attitude and strong work ethic
• Advanced Excel skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• A willingness to learn and ask questions
• Strong organisational and time management skillsConfidence working with numbers and data
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• The ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• A proactive approach to problem solving
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Excel or a willingness to learn

WHY JOIN CAIRNS HARDWARE?

At Cairns Hardware, we believe in helping our people grow. As part of the Dahlsens Group, you'll be joining a family-owned Australian business with a proud history and a strong future.

You’ll be supported by experienced leaders who are committed to your development and will provide on-the-job training, mentoring and career progression opportunities.

Our values guide everything we do:

• Take Responsibility
• Everyone Contributes
• Grow Together

If you're looking for a career rather than just a job, and you're ready to learn, contribute and grow with us, we'd love to hear from you.

PERKS

• Take a day off on your Birthday & still get paid for it (subject to eligibility).
• Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family members.
• Uniform provided so you can look the part when customer facing.
• Access to our awesome reward and benefits platform with cashback discounts at over 400 retailers such as Adidas, Woolworths, Coles, Ikea, Woolworths, Myer, Rebel Sports + more!
• Team member discounts may be available (T&C may apply).
• Be part of something strong, we really are growing together.

The successful applicant will be subject to a comprehensive reference and background checking prior to employment, this may include aPre-employment Medical Assessment&National Police&Right to Work checks.

We are an equal opportunity employer with a zero tolerance to Drugs and Alcohol in the workplace and we do conduct regular random workplace testing.

Only applicants with the Right to Work in Australia will be considered for this position.