Category Manager Architectural Hardware Hybrid

So much good. So lets make it better.

You might not have heard of us but were sure you know the highquality brands and products weve been distributing to the building industry for almost 40 years.

With 25 locations across Australia Lincoln Sentry is a proud part of the DuluxGroup family so we can support you as you grow with us. And while work is important our top priority is to ensure you stay safe on the job and get home to the people who matter most.

Were really proud of all weve achieved over the years. But weve really only scratched the surface. Join us as our Category Manager and help us as we take something great and make it better.

Your opportunity

The Category Manager will join our Category Management team to define and manage key category and ranging strategies for our Architectural Hardware business delivered through innovation sourcing supplier partnerships private label product development sales and other key category initiatives. This is delivered through our local and international supply partners with support of our sourcing resources. It may also involve line management of a Category Assistant resource.

The ability to conduct in depth analysis and interpret data and combine with key customer insights to develop identify opportunities for growth and execute category and ranging strategies aligned to changing customer needs market landscape and Lincoln Sentrys business strategy is core to the role. The role will capture commercial value with local and overseas supply partners and includes the opportunity to design and bring to market innovation through our Own Brand portfolio. It also includes the ability to set pricing and positioning strategies to deliver greater choice and value to our customer base.

Our Category Managers have significant autonomy to manage the full product lifecycle from ideation product development competitive sourcing range & margin mix optimising the efficiency of categories and ranges in partnership with our marketing and supply chain and other crossfunctional teams.

What youll bring

• Proven track record to manage or develop product / category ranges ideally in Architectural Hardware
• Bachelors degree desirable ideally in Business Management or related field
• Ability to think strategically and develop winning range and category plans that deliver sustainable and longterm category growth
• Strong data analysis and problemsolving skills
• Experience in sourcing and / or product development
• Supplier negotiation and management including rebate agreements
• Strong computer skills and ability to use Excel Word PowerPoint and other MS Office applications

But whats most important is that youre committed to doing good work well. Youll work shouldertoshoulder with trustworthy people so its important that youre willing to work in a team environment. Were also on a constant journey of growth so youll need to have an open mind and be flexible to change.

Why choose us

You know when you get to do good quality work with people you actually like It feels good eh At Lincoln Sentry youll find nononsense people who get in and get it done. We roll up our sleeves share the load then head home safe and sound.

We know you give a lot. So heres some of what youll get in return:

• Industryleading professional development programs
• 20 weeks paid parental leave for primary carers
• Total wellbeing support through our wellbeing app and our LifeWorks Employee Assistance Program
• Monthly Employee Celebration Program and Quarterly XCEED Program to recognise and reward your hard work
• Up to $1000 a year back on outofpocket medical expenses through our Gap Plan
• Supporting our Communities employee action day

Looking for more If you want to step up theres space for you to learn and progress at Lincoln Sentry DuluxGroup and beyond. Realising your full potential starts here.

Help us take something great and make it better

Theres so much potential here for the taking. We have the plan. Now we just need you.

We are proudly part of DuluxGroup so one of our DuluxGroup team members will contact you throughout the recruitment process on behalf of Lincoln Sentry.

DuluxGroup is proudly an equal opportunity employer. Talent is our only criteria. Let us know by emailing if you require any adjustments to the recruitment process so we can support you to present your best self.