Category Manager

Things move quickly here at Foodies and our Merchandise team is no exception. This is the team that connects the product to the customer decisions around range pricing promotions and how we show up on the shelf. From partnering with suppliers to digging into the data were always striving to deliver better value and better experiences for our customers.

Were an ambitious bunch who value clarity accountability and follow-through and in a nutshell would describe our culture as work hard have a laugh. Weve got some real momentum heading into the second half of 2026 and are looking for people passionate about shaping how we win and grow together.

Join us and feed the South.

As a Category Manager youll own the performance of your categories shaping how we deliver range price and promotions for our South Island customers. Youll use customer market and commercial insights to make clear decisions that drive performance and improve outcomes.

Reporting to a Senior Category Manager youll be part of our Merchandise team working closely with suppliers and internal teams to deliver results. Youll contribute to commercial decisions and negotiations bringing together different views and helping move things forward.

This is a fixed-term role ending on August 2027as current team member is covering another role in our Merch team creating an awesome opportunity for someone to give the role a go!

Key accountabilities

• Deliver category plans across range price and promotional activity
• Work closely with suppliers day-to-day supporting commercial conversations and negotiations
• Lead the delivery of category reviews and contribute to joint business planning
• Use data and insights to identify opportunities and improve performance
• Work with internal teams to make sure plans land well in market
• Keep things moving across your categories managing priorities and follow-through

Youll likely be working in an FMCG or commercial role today maybe already close to category or looking to step into it. Youll be someone who gets stuck in builds good relationships and follows things through. Ideally youll also bring:

• Experience in FMCG or a similar commercial environment
• Experience working with suppliers or in a role that supports commercial decisions
• Clear communication and a practical approach to problem solving
• Experience using data or reporting to support day-to-day decisions
• Strong organisation and attention to detail

Dont Meet Every RequirementWe encourage you to apply arelooking for individuals with diverse experiences and are keen to hear from those who believe they have the drive and potential to succeed in this role.

Ready to take on the challenge Click apply to apply for the role!Applications will close11:59pm Sunday 5 July 2026 and will only be accepted via our careers site.

Keen on joining the team but think this might not be the right role for you Were hiring for other roles within our merchandise team as well and have some exiting work in the pipeline! Click below to check them out:

• Category Review Delivery Manager
• Emerging Supplier Manager
• Senior Category Manager
• Customer Insights Analyst

If you have any questions about the role or experience any issuessubmittingyour application please email

• Our approach to flexible working is based on trusting and empowering our peopleto managetheir time and deliver results while balancing the needs of their personal lives.
• Werecommitted toequitableoutcomes andwe offeradditionalpaid parental leave free periodproductsand financial health checks to name a few.
• We support your wellbeing withSouthern Cross health insurance for you and your family after a qualifying period discounts at local gyms access to online wellbeing toolsand aprayer and privacy roomonsite.
• We offer continuous learning and professional growth as well asaccess to our extensive online training library and endless opportunities.
• Wereproud of our supportiveteam environment andour positiveandfriendly culturethatsmade fun by Furry Friend Fridays and monthly social events!
• Werea Pride Pledge organisation and we are committed to an inclusive workplace where everyone thrives every day and we celebrate our diversity as strength.
• Our Papanui based office has free carparking an in-house café.

Werea team of 14000 who make sure South Islanders have access to the groceries and essentials they need. Proudly 100% Kiwi-owned and operated our co-operative has more than180PAKnSAVE New World Four Square and On theSpotstores feeding the South Island.

We value being at the heart of our communities likewevealways been to make the South Island a better place for today and for many generations to come. From sunny Golden Bay all the way to Stewart Islandtheresa Foodstuffs store serving you and your whānau.

Our success is down to our people who bring their skills experience passion andexpertiseto make Foodies an amazing and rewarding place to work. Our co-op has a wide variety of roles to offer and endless opportunities for to to learn a little more about us and the awesome work we do.