Strategy Analyst - Merchandise

At Wesfarmers Health we strive to make health, beauty and wellness experiences simpler, more affordable and easier to access for all Australians.

Our portfolio includes well-known names like Priceline, as well as our MediAesthetics brands - Clear Skincare Clinics and SILK Laser Clinics. In the digital space, we’re proud to have SISU Health and InstantScripts—and most recently, we’ve launched our newest retail beauty stores, atomica. 

About us:

What began in 1910 as a small co-operative of just three pharmacies has grown into Wesfarmers Health—a leading Australian organisation in health, beauty, and wellness.

Today, Wesfarmers Health proudly employs over 3,600 team members, all committed to delivering accessible, innovative, and trusted health and beauty services to Australians nationwide, across retail, medi-aesthetics, digital health, and wholesale and supply chain operations.

What you’ll do:

We’re looking for a Strategy Analyst – Merchandise to join our Commercial Excellence team in the Pharmacy & Retail business unit. In this role, you’ll work closely with the Senior Strategy Manager – Merchandise to shape data-driven strategies that improve profit, drive efficiency, and unlock growth across our merchandise categories.

You’ll analyse market trends, competitor activities, and merchandise performance to generate insights that help guide decision-making. Your work will support category strategy development, create strong business cases, and contribute to initiatives that enhance the value we deliver to customers and franchise partners.

Key responsibilities include:

• Contributing to category strategy development using strategic frameworks and data-driven approaches.
• Conducting market research, competitor analysis, and identifying consumer trends.
• Analysing merchandise performance and market data to generate actionable insights.
• Building financial models to assess opportunities and execution strategies.
• Creating guidelines and playbooks to support category teams in implementing strategies.
• Tracking and evaluating the performance of merchandising initiatives and recommending improvements.

What you’ll bring:

• Demonstrated experience in strategy consulting, merchandising, data and analytics, customer insights, or a related field.
• Proven track record of working on complex and strategic projects.
• Thought leader and critical thinker with strong analytical skills and a customer-focused approach.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with strong influencing abilities.
• Exceptional organisational skills and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team and effectively engage with individuals at all levels within an organisation.
• Bachelor’s degree with a consistently outstanding academic record.

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.