Category Manager (Category Growth & Projects)

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Ampol is hiring a commercially minded Category Manager for an 18 month contract in Alexandria to drive category performance across the retail network, shaping range, pricing, promotions and space while supporting the Merchandise Transformation Manager and advancing gen z growth initiatives. You’ll manage supplier relationships, oversee pricing governance across regions and translate data into actionable improvements with cross functional partners. To succeed, demonstrate proven category management or buying experience, strong financial acumen, negotiation skills and exposure to retail transformation. For best results, tailor your resume to quantify wins in range optimization and profitability, show cross functional delivery, note hybrid work flexibility, and align with Ampol’s inclusive culture and privacy statement when applying.

Job Description

At Ampol, we believe in the Power of Us - the extraordinary power of people to connect, act, and make a difference.  

As a leading energy company operating across Australia, New Zealand, Singapore and from the United States, our work spans fuel supply, energy solutions, convenience retail, infrastructure, trading and shipping. Every role at Ampol plays a part in something bigger - powering progress for our customers, communities, and people.  

Your career here is yours to shape. We back our people with real opportunities, the tools to grow, and a culture that rewards ownership and initiative. Whether you’re deepening your expertise or taking on something new, we’ll support you to power a career that works for you.  

We’re building a workplace where everyone feels welcome, respected, and valued - because when people are free to be themselves, powerful things happen.

About Retail

Ampol Retail is one of Australia’s largest convenience and fuel networks. We serve millions of customers each year - whether they’re fuelling up, grabbing coffee, or picking up dinner on the go.

Our people are at the heart of what we do. From frontline teams to support roles, we focus on simple, friendly service that makes life easier for our customers - wherever their journey takes them.

About the role

We’re looking for a commercially minded Category Manager for an 18 month contract (potential to extend) to drive category performance and growth across our retail network.

In this role, you’ll will support the Merchandise Transformation Manager to shape product range, pricing, promotions and supplier partnerships to deliver strong sales and profitability outcomes. You’ll also play a key role in advancing gen z growth strategy and ad-hoc projects. 

Key responsibilities

• Develop and execute category strategies across range, pricing, promotions and space
• Manage supplier relationships and negotiate commercially beneficial outcomes
• Drive category performance through reporting, insights and continuous improvement
• Oversee pricing governance across multiple regions
• Support key merchandise transformation projects across the retail network
• Analyse data and provide recommendations to optimise category performance
• Partner with stakeholders across operations, marketing, and supply chain

Qualifications & Experience

• Proven experience in category management, buying or commercial retail roles
• Strong commercial and financial acumen with the ability to interpret data and drive decisions
• Experience managing supplier relationships and negotiating outcomes
• Exposure to retail projects or transformation initiatives is highly advantageous
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced, seasonal environment

Benefits

• We are flexible. Many of our teams have embraced hybrid work, balancing time spent remote working, with time spent at an office to connect and work together where it adds value.  
• We value recognition.  We have an internal recognition platform amplifying the achievements of those who do great work and demonstrate our capabilities and values.  
• Career development and learning opportunities including LinkedIn Learning and other tailored training solutions.  

Additional Information

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 We’re an equal opportunity workplace. We not only embrace diversity and inclusion; we celebrate what makes you unique. We welcome applications from people of all ages, cultural backgrounds, and diverse sexualities and genders (including if you identify as transgender). We also highly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply for roles with Ampol.