Category Manager Solar

We are a leading commercial lighting company expanding into the solar space and were looking for a Category Manager who is technical analytical and highly this role you will build the structure and systems needed to support scalable growth of our solar offering. Youll refine and grow the product range streamline manufacturing and ordering workflows improve communication across departments and ensure documentation is clear accurate and repeatable.

This position sits behind the scenes and focuses on strategic thinking process ownership and operational discipline rather than front-facing selling. Customer interaction will occur only in planned technical discussions or structured meetings. This is an opportunity for someone who enjoys working methodically improving systems and turning complexity into order.

Qualifications :

• 4 years in category management procurement product management commercial operations or similar
• Technical knowledge of solar electrical battery systems or energy products
• Strong experience with ERP CRM or product data management systems
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain documentation and scalable processes
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Ability to be clear structured and logical
• Full working rights in Australia

Desirable:

• Experience working with overseas suppliers or contract manufacturers
• Exposure to solar lighting or adjacent technical industries
• Proven success building range frameworks product selection logic or forecasting models

What Youll Do

1. Category & Product Ownership

• Lead strategy and performance for the solar product line
• Analyse product data and identify opportunities for range improvements and expansion
• Manage the full product lifecycle from sourcing to phase-out.

2. Process & System Development

• Build and maintain robust documentation: SOPs process maps internal playbooks technical sheets compliance files.
• Create repeatable workflows for ordering manufacturing and product management
• Improve internal communication between sales operations supply chain and purchasing.

3. Forecasting & Commercial Governance

• Own forecasting discipline for demand pricing inventory and margin modelling
• Validate assumptions with sales finance and supply chain stakeholders.
• Improve stock planning accuracy and streamline cost-to-market planning.

4. Supplier & Technical Management

• Maintain strong supplier relationships including overseas manufacturers.
• Ensure all products meet Australian regulatory and compliance requirements.
• Oversee technical data accuracy certifications and documentation.

5. Collaboration & Internal Support

• Support sales with technical clarity not by selling but by enabling better customer discussions and correct product selection.
• Attend planned customer meetings and industry events as required.
• Maintain structured communication rhythms: dashboards weekly snapshots stakeholder updates.

Who You Are

• Thinks in systems and structure not one-off solutions
• Takes pride in documentation accuracy and process discipline
• Communicates clearly and confidently especially when managing expectations with internal stakeholders
• Enjoys improving workflows and eliminating ambiguity
• Prefers order over improvisation

Additional Information :

Respect is one of our Values. Our commitment to inclusivity goes hand in hand with our dedication to sustainability and the environment. Inclusivity is part of who we are so we encourage applications from all backgrounds communities and industries and are committed to having a team that is made up of diverse skills experiences and abilities.

At Schréder we commit ourselves to co-creating an environment where passionate people work and win together learn and have fun. Let Join us!

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time