Given the nature of this role and the national footprint of Blackwoods, this role can be supported from a Blackwoods location in either Brisbane, Melbourne or Sydney.
- Opportunity for career development pathways
- Access to a range of retail and corporate discounts
- Be part of a leading, national brand
As a Category Assistant, you will support the broader Tools & Hardware Category Team with the execution of strategy and be an integral part of the compelling offering for customers. Collaborating with Suppliers and multiple internal stakeholders, you will support with achieving commercial outcomes while leveraging competitive advantage.
This is a permanent, full-time opportunity and can be based from a Blackwoods site in either Brisbane, Melbourne or Sydney.
Some of the key tasks:
- Support with the execution of the category strategy to enhance market presence
- Collaborate with the Product and Category Manager to further develop Supplier relationships
- Assist the Sales Team with category proposition to support with category growth
- Research and evaluate the market and provide intelligence to the Category Team
- Assist with the execution of the promotional plan
- Support with ad-hoc administrative activities as required
Some of the skills:
- Resilience to learn and upskill within a fast-paced environment
- Competency in Microsoft Office (including excel)
- Ability to analyse and solve complex problems
- Strong cross functional collaborator
- Relevant tertiary qualifications or equivalent industry experience
What’s in it for you:
Blackwoods are one of the leading suppliers of industrial and safety equipment to businesses nationwide with a core focus on customer success. You’ll be joining an engaged team that is critical to our success and can support you through:
- Defined pathway of development and upskilling for your future
- A supportive network of stakeholders
- Discounts to Wesfarmers retailers (Bunnings, Kmart, Officeworks, OnePass)
- Long term incentives through the Wesfarmers Share Plan
- Subsidised parking options at office
Next Steps
If you meet most of the criteria listed above and would like to be considered for this opportunity, please send your application today. We will be contacting suitable candidates as we receive them.
As part of our recruitment process and commitment to safety, you may be required to undertake background checks (which may include a police check, a pre-employment medical assessment; and/or drug & alcohol testing) as part of your application process.
Blackwoods also promotes diversity and inclusion across our workplaces and encourages applications from all backgrounds, including people from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, the LGBTQI+ community and people with disabilities.
- Published on 31 Mar 2025, 3:46 AM