Junior Category Manager - Woolworths

Description:

Overview

Work for a global FMCG company with some of the world’s most trusted and iconic brands. Be part of an exciting business where employees are recognised and career growth is supported.

At PepsiCo, you can Dare for Better. You can help build a world where there are more possibilities for more people, no matter what role you hold. Together, we’ll make a positive impact for good. Because when we Dare for Better, we can smile at what’s next. For our careers, families, communities and the planet.

To continue our success, we are looking for a Junior Category Manager to drive category growth and merchandising excellence! As a Junior Category Manager, you’ll partner with the Category Manager to deliver impactful range reviews, uncover performance opportunities, and implement 4P strategies. Own end-to-end customer range reviews, execute PepsiCo initiatives flawlessly, and help shape winning assortments for Woolworths Supermarkets.

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and execute full Category Review campaigns, ensuring flawless planning and implementation.
• Own end-to-end range review processes across multiple aisles (Biscuits, Health Food, International, Deli) for Woolworths.
• Deliver actionable insights and recommendations on assortment, space allocation, category flow, and merchandising strategies to drive growth.
• Integrate pricing, promotion, and innovation strategies into reviews while positioning PepsiCo for competitive advantage.
• Analyze category performance and ROI, document learnings, and maintain tools to support continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with internal teams and Woolworths stakeholders, acting as the voice of the customer and supporting IBP cycles and Store of the Future priorities.
  
  

Qualifications

About you:

• 2-3 years of FMCG experience with strong commercial acumen and analytical skills.
• Tertiary qualification in Marketing, Commerce, Economics, or Business (or equivalent).
• Proficiency in data tools like Nielsen/Aztec (scan & panel) and Quantium for analysis and reporting.
• Category management experience through direct category roles or customer-facing sales roles with range review exposure.
• Preferred: Familiarity with merchandising tools (Efficient Assortment, Space Planning), cross-functional collaboration, and strong relationship-building skills.
  
  

About us:

Join us and work with iconic brands like Doritos, Gatorade, Pepsi Max, Smith’s Chips, Red Rock Deli, Twisties, Quaker Oats, and Bluebird NZ.

• Recognised as a Top Employer in Australia and New Zealand for the past 4 years
• Family Friendly Certification (AU)
• Australian Disability Network Member
  
  

PepsiCo is dedicated to sustainability with initiatives like EV chargers, net-zero energy efficiency, hydro trucks, and net-zero water usage. We foster innovation and empower employees to make a meaningful impact through Pep+ (PepsiCo Positive). Join us to shape the future of food and beverages with a focus on sustainability.

PepsiCo’s hiring process:

• Submit your application
• Interview(s) and skills evaluation
• Online Assessment process
• Background checks
  
  

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