Head of Merchandise

• New senior role/opportunity to have a huge impact
• Exciting time of growth and confidence 
• Amazing team to lead, mentor and grow

Client Details

Our client is a major player in the Grocery space with a strong commitment to winning for both the consumer and the supplier. They are currently inviting a head of Merchandise for their GM / Health and beauty portfolio the opportunity to join them in a highly desirable role that will see you able to challenge the status quo and be a disruptor in this space leading the way for your peers and potentially the industry. 

Description

• With a transformation approach to the category’s you will lead and develop.
• Lead the charge with price, promotion, range and brands
• Explore and implement new ways of partnering and working with suppliers
• Lead a high performing team of approx. 20
• Drive innovation and differentiation to deliver on shopper needs
• Create and lead with strong Supplier partnerships

 
Profile

• You will have had an extensive career in either a buying or Head of category role within the grocery channel
• You have exceptional negotiating skills that build mutual partnerships
• Have an obsession like focus on cultivating shopper and category insights
• Can provide measurable actions around team empowerment and growth
• Display excellent commercial understanding and acumen
• Are resilient and inspirational not afraid to challenge for the greater good 

Job Offer

On offer is the opportunity to join the new wave of leaders in the business with a new approach and a lot to gain from your innovation and drive. Salary is approx $300k negotiable and commensurate for exp. Please apply now, once you have sent your application if you have further questions prior to our coming back to you, you can call Lisa Chesterman on 91952347