Category Manager Beauty

Kmart Group; Victoria; Hybrid; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hybrid working

Team member discount

Brighter Benefits program

Bonus program

Parental leave

Mentor Program

Kudos rewards

Career development

Job summary

Target is seeking a commercially driven Category Manager Beauty in Australia to lead the strategic direction, growth and performance of the Beauty category. You will collaborate with a passionate team to build a premium portfolio, secure exclusive partnerships and drive speed to market from acquisition to launch.

You will shape the future of Target Beauty, manage supplier relationships, and lead a high-performing team across buying, planning and marketing to deliver standout customer experiences

Qualifications

• Experience in Category Management or Buying within Beauty or related retail.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver sales growth, margin improvement and category performance.
• Proven track record in managing supplier relationships and negotiations.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic direction, growth and performance of the Beauty category.
• Develop a premium and exclusive brand portfolio aligned to customer trends.
• Secure strategic brand partnerships and manage relationships.
• Drive sales, profitability and market share across the category.
• Lead end-to-end category planning, ranging, pricing and promotions.
• Create an elevated in-store beauty experience with cross-functional teams.
• Accelerate speed to market from brand acquisition to launch.
• Develop a long-term private label and product innovation strategy.
• Lead and develop a high-performing team of Buyers, Planners and Assistants.

Skills

Category management

Buying

Merchandise leadership

Beauty trends knowledge

Commercial acumen

Team leadership

Stakeholder management

Negotiation

Strategic thinking

Job description

Brighter Futures Start Here

We are an inclusive team who power two of the most iconic and loved brands, Kmart and Target. We have more than 50,000 passionate individuals across our stores, distribution centres, and offices around the globe.

With our brands touching the lives of almost two million customers every week, you’ll feel the impact of the work you’ll do every day. As a leader in the retail market, we’re optimistic about our future and yours. We’re changing at a rapid rate, giving you challenging work that you’ll be proud of.

At Target, we’re transforming Beauty into one of our most exciting and strategic growth categories. This is a rare opportunity to take the lead in shaping a category with significant growth potential and help establish Target as a recognised destination for beauty across Australia.

We’re looking for a commercially driven and highly accomplished Category Manager with a proven track record of delivering category growth, identifying new opportunities, launching innovative products, and creating meaningful competitive advantage. This role is ideal for someone who thrives on building businesses, challenging the status quo, and turning ambitious growth strategies into commercial results.

You’ll have the autonomy to influence category strategy, secure sought-after and exclusive brand partnerships, accelerate innovation, and create compelling customer experiences that differentiate Target in the market. You’ll also play a pivotal role in defining the future of our Beauty offer, including the development of a long-term private label and product innovation strategy.

What You Will Do

As Category Manager Beauty, you will lead the strategic direction, growth and performance of the Beauty category, driving both short and long-term commercial success.

This is not a traditional category management role. It's an opportunity to build something significant. Working alongside a passionate and high-performing team, you'll help unlock a substantial growth opportunity, shape the next chapter of Target Beauty, and make everyday living brighter for millions of customers across Australia.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Developing and executing a clear category strategy that establishes Target as a recognised beauty destination.


• Building a compelling portfolio of premium, sought-after and exclusive beauty brands aligned to customer needs and emerging trends.


• Identifying and securing strategic brand partnerships through commercial negotiations and relationship management.


• Driving sales, profitability and market share growth across the category.


• Leading end-to-end category planning, ranging, pricing and promotional strategies.


• Creating an elevated and inspiring in-store beauty experience in partnership with Marketing, Visual Merchandising, Space Planning and Store Operations teams.


• Accelerating speed to market by delivering seamless execution from brand acquisition through to launch.


• Identifying future growth opportunities, including the development of a longer-term private label beauty strategy.


• Leading and developing a high-performing team including Buyers, Planners and Buying Assistants.


• Partnering across the broader Kmart Group to maximise opportunities and deliver outstanding customer outcomes.

What We're Looking For

We’re seeking a commercially minded, customer-focused category leader who thrives in a fast-paced retail environment and can balance strategic thinking with flawless execution.

You’ll bring:

• Significant experience in Category Management, Buying or Merchandise leadership within Beauty, FMCG, Health & Wellness or related retail categories.


• A proven track record of delivering strong sales growth, margin improvement and category performance.


• Experience managing strategic supplier relationships and negotiating complex commercial agreements.


• Strong knowledge of beauty trends, brands and customer behaviours.


• Exceptional commercial acumen with the ability to analyse data and turn insights into action.


• Demonstrated experience leading and developing high-performing teams.


• Outstanding stakeholder management and influencing skills.


• A passion for creating compelling customer experiences and building differentiated category propositions.


• The ability to navigate complexity, drive change and deliver results at pace.

Why Target?

• Lead one of Target's most important growth categories.


• Shape the future of a rapidly evolving beauty business.


• Work with iconic brands and high-profile strategic partners.


• Collaborate with talented teams across merchandise, planning, marketing and operations.


• Enjoy a flexible and inclusive workplace that values innovation, growth and development.


• Make a meaningful impact on a business that reaches millions of customers every week.

Benefits we’ll offer you:

• Flexible hybrid working options through our Flex Where, Flex When, Flex Well policy.


• A team member discount card that gives you a discount at Kmart, Target, Officeworks and Bunnings


• Access to the Brighter Benefits program which entitles you to exclusive discounts and benefits in the areas of entertainment, travel, lifestyle, and health - with over 60 suppliers!


• We want you to feel rewarded for your commitment and hard work that's why eligible team membersgetthe opportunity to participate in a bonus program


• We offer inclusive parental leave, and ongoing support offered through our partnership with Circle In for team members of all backgrounds and family circumstances


• A dynamic learning and support program


• Opportunity to fast track your career through our Mentor Program as a Mentee or Mentor


• A Kudos recognition program, where you are nominated by your peers to spin a wheel, to win a stack of cool prizes


• Great career opportunities across the broader Wesfarmers Group

We celebrate the rich diversity of the communities in which we operate. We are committed to creating inclusive and safe environments where all our team members can contribute and succeed. We believe that all team members should feel valued, respected and safe, and strive to ensure our recruitment process is accessible and welcoming, with applications encouraged from all candidates.

We encourage you to tell us about any workplace adjustments that you would like, by emailing [e-mail].