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Step into Adventure: Assistant Category Manager – Footwear & ApparelHybrid

LocationStrathpine QLD 4500, Australia
Work TypeFull time
Positions1 Position
Published At:3 days ago
Job no: KYKJE

Are you ready to help Australians gear up for their next outdoor adventure? Join BCF as an Assistant Category Manager in our Footwear & Apparel team and help shape the ranges that fuel our customers’ next great escape. 

Whether it’s boots for the bush or gear for the great outdoors, you’ll play a key role in curating compelling product ranges, driving sales, and delivering market-leading value. This is your chance to step into an exciting merchandising career with a brand built for adventure. 

Why you’ll love working with us: 

  • Get hands-on: Collaborate across Buying, Planning, eComm, Marketing, and our trusted Trade Partners to bring product ideas to life. 
  • Flexible working: Balance work and life with hybrid model working between your home and our Strathpine Office 
  • Grow your career: Learn from experienced Category Managers while owning the operational execution of the category. 
  • Work that matters: Your work will help make sure our customers have the right gear, in the right place, at the right time from some of the coolest outdoor brands. 
  • Potential bonus earning for a job well done, as well as generous discounts across all Super Retail group brands 

What you’ll be doing: 

  • Support in delivering the category strategy across product lifecycle – from range planning and pricing to promotional activity and space allocation. 
  • Partner with Marketing and eCommerce to drive multi-channel performance of key seasonal and branded lines. 
  • Collaborate with Merchandise Planners and Trade Partners to optimise product flow, availability and profitability. 
  • Ensure product compliance and sustainability standards are met – from packaging to sourcing. 
  • Support range reviews, deliver sales analysis and performance insights to inform decision-making. 

What we’re looking for: 

  • Experience in merchandising, buying or planning within a retail sector - apparel or footwear experience is a bonus 
  • Strong analytical and commercial acumen - you're confident with numbers and data-driven decisions 
  • A team player who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment 
  • Strong stakeholder management and communication skills – you know how to engage, influence and collaborate across teams 
  • Exposure to international or domestic sourcing (e.g. China manufacturing) is a plus 

ShapeApply now and start your journey with BCF! 

This role is your chance to help shape the footwear and apparel ranges that get Australians out there – exploring, camping, and living life outdoors. If you're passionate about product, performance, and adventure, we'd love to hear from you. 

Our Commitment to Inclusion: At Super Retail Group, we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and recognise the value that a culture of inclusion brings to our workplace and to our customer experiences.  

  • Published on 04 Jul 2025, 5:19 AM