At JACOBS DOUWE EGBERTS we can offer you the opportunity to join a highly successful global, yet local, coffee company at an exciting time. We are privately owned with big ambitions. When we grow, you grow. If you have a thirst to be part of this journey you will be exposed to the full spectrum of your field of work. We value potential and create opportunities. We also have the basics covered including an appealing remuneration and a suite of benefits, some of which may include: Employee Assistance Program, gym membership discounts, wellbeing programs, free products, additional leave for you to volunteer or move house, paid parental leave, additional superannuation options, access to professional training and facilities, rewards and recognition programs, option to purchase additional leave, summer hours and so much more!
We are proud of our collaborative company culture and operate with a team of dedicated professional individuals who share the company strategy and vision. We are an equal opportunity employer and believe that Diversity; whether that be gender, cultural or generational diversity enhances our workplaces. Please be advised that shortlisted candidates may be required to undertake pre-employment medical and background screening including reference checks. 
 
If you fit the above description apply online today, or contact Ali Barfoot, Talent Acquisition Manager on +61 2 9551 3423 if you have any questions. 

Join our team as a Category Manager to share our belief that it’s amazing what can happen over a cup of coffee! Read on…. 

• Maybe it’s time to step up from Category Analyst / Assistant to Manager 
• Contract role working full time hours until June 2020  - based in Gordon 
• Seeking perfect combo of analytical, presentation and people skills 

Due to the increasing importance of customer and consumer insights to our retail strategy, we currently have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Category Manager. Based in Gordon, you will play a key role in supporting the Australian Retail Sales and Marketing teams.
As Category Manager, you will be involved in identifying customer, brand and shopper insights using both scan/shopper data and shopper research. With these insights, you will help to develop the strategies and layouts designed to drive category, brand and retail customer growth.
In this challenging and varied role, you will assist with the establishment of integrated category plans, the management and presentation of effective customer category reviews (including optimal product ranging and space management recommendations) and be a key part of the development and launch of new products.
Having the ability to collect, analyse and interpret data into actionable insights and to collaborate positively within the Category team and with other department members, and to work well within various cross functional teams will be critical to your success.

To be successful in this role, you will need to possess the following skills and experience:

• 18 months + experience performing successfully in a Category role (Category Analyst, Category Manager or Assistant Category Manager), ideally within FMCG 
• Strong analytical skills, the ability to collect, interpret data, identify insights and develop growth strategies with an understanding of the Australian retail landscape 
• Space planning experience
• Proficiency with IRI software (Scan, Shopper & WOW etc.)
• Proficiency with Quantium (preferred but not essential)
• Strong communication and customer facing presentation skills 
• Willingness to work collaboratively and learn from others 

What we can offer: 

• Intensive induction, training and support
• Global organisation with long history that we are proud of and a future we’re excited to be creating