Head of Category - Beauty

About us: 

We are the Health Division of Wesfarmers Group, based in new offices in the Docklands. Our brands include API, Priceline Pharmacy, Clear Skincare, InstantScripts and SILK Laser Clinics, SiSu Health and atomica to name a few, and our strategy will see our portfolio expand into existing and new markets. We’re energetic, committed to our purpose, and love creative and innovative thinking. 

What you’ll do:  

A rare and exciting leadership opportunity has become available within our tight knit Merchandise team. As the Head of Category – Beauty, you will lead a dynamic team of Category Managers and play a key role in overseeing the transformation of the Beauty category strategy to ultimately drive sales and strong commercial outcomes. 

Other key responsibilities for this role include, but are not limited to: 

• Lead the vision, strategy and implement a category plan that drives sales and profit growth, with a key focus on expanding and enhancing the Private Label portfolio 
• Providing leadership to store networks with a sustainable competitive advantage in beauty and skincare products and services offered to consumers 
• Conduct detailed analysis, customer data to uncover insights which drive and define the beauty platform strategy and deliver the Priceline customer experience 
• Collaborating across cross-functional merchandising teams, including marketing and retail media partners to drive strategic initiatives and enhance business performance 

What you’ll bring: 

As the ideal candidate, you would have demonstrated a successful track record in a similar position, ideally in a large-scale retail, beauty and or pharmaceuticals industry. Coupled with your natural ability to lead high performing teams, you will thrive in a fast-paced environment. 

Other attributes and experiences that will make you succeed include: 

• Extensive experience in Category or Senior Merchandise roles
• Deep category commercial and financial knowledge and skills
• Extensive procurement / category management background and knowledge of best practice
• A strong understanding of inventory management processes, including demand planning and forecasting, and supplier management
• Ability to lead through influence and develop high-performing teams
• Bachelor’s degree in business, Finance, etc. or a Master of Business Administration would be desirable

This is a senior leadership role so If you are ready to lead and take the beauty category to new heights, then we welcome you to apply today!  

Why us?    

• Access to employee benefits across Wesfarmers including team member discounts at Bunnings, Kmart, Target, Officeworks, OnePass, Priceline and Clear Skincare Clinics.
• Ongoing professional development and career opportunities across the Wesfarmers Health Division and the broader Wesfarmers Group.
• Novated leasing options 
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - available to all team members and their immediate family members, 24/7, 365 days a year
• Beautiful outdoor terrace for work and recreation.   
• Food, coffee and health & wellbeing facilities onsite including a landlord operated gym  
• Dedicated end of trip facilities (cycle racks, showers, lockers).  

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants 

Wesfarmers Health aims to become an employer of choice for First Nations Australians, through investments that attract, empower and retain First Nations team members within our stores, distribution centres, clinics and corporate offices. 

As part of the Wesfarmers group, we provide authentic support through a diverse range of programs and initiatives, designed to empower you on your journey towards personal achievement and professional advancement.