Category Manager - Commercial & Specialty

About the Role

Reporting to the Senior Category Manager, you will be responsible to lead and implement new product development projects and effectively manage the timely delivery of products and projects into the trade and reseller markets.

You will partner with peers and stakeholders to develop & deliver cohesive, differentiated consumer engagement and brand activation plans to achieve brand outcomes.

In this exciting, complex role, you will ensure all channels of trade and retail sales teams are set up for success to support the Commercial and Specialty categories in the marketplace.

Key Responsibilities

• Implement New Product Development projects through the stage gate process, and provide effective project management skills to ensure timely delivery of products and projects
• Own the day-to-day product management of the Porter’s Paints, Dulux AcraTex, Specialized Construction Products and Accessories portfolios
• Use data, customer and market insights to ensure that we carry the right range for our consumers and customers
• Product Administration; ownership and maintenance of product data in the market, in published materials (internally & externally) and on digital platforms
• Provide insight and information to support forecasting and management of product with the demand planning team
• Drive the internal sell in of campaigns and product launches to sales teams, customer service centre, Dulux Trade Centres (DTC) and Dulux Trade Depots (DTD), Resellers
• Deliver our product training and engagement programmes
• Develop and implement a cohesive, long-term category and brand to deliver profitable growth.
• Adaptation of imported products to the NZ market

Skills and Experience

This is a role with real impact, so you’ll need the ability to work collaboratively and proactively with multiple stakeholders. Being agile and resilient, ideally you can demonstrate: 

• Ideally a minimum of 3 years Marketing experience in a marketing role or a commercial environment where you have been interfacing with external customers or different stakeholders
• Working understanding of Project Management and Stage Gate Process desirable
• A degree qualification, ideally in Marketing/ or a commerce discipline
• Proven track record in managing multiple projects and the use of project management tools
• Proven track record to manage or develop product / category with sound business acumen
• Successful track record of delivering commercial outcomes
• Passion and experience in new product development
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to develop strong internal and external relationships
• Understanding or experience in a manufacturing/product development environment

Why DuluxGroup?

As a member of our team, you'll unleash your potential, grow, achieve and thrive with us.

We offer a fast-paced work environment that values collaboration, rewards high-performance, and inspires innovation.

But it's not just about the work - it's also about the people.

At DuluxGroup, we foster a culture of inclusion, diversity, and flexibility. We care about your wellbeing, and we prioritise your safety in everything we do. You'll work alongside people who value your unique perspectives and contributions.

If you're ready to join a compassionate and collaborative workplace, your opportunity starts here.

DuluxGroup is proudly an equal opportunity employer. Talent is our only criteria. Let us know by emailing duluxcareers@duluxgroup.com.au if you require any adjustments to the recruitment process so we can support you to present your best self.  

Benefits                                                                                                                                                     

Enjoy comprehensive, holistic health and well-being support, including our Wellbeing Hub and full EAP support.

• Life, total permanent disability and Health Insurance (medical and surgical cover) 
• Give back to the communities in which we live and work, with our “Community Action Day” and other programs
• 20 weeks paid parental leave (primary carers) topped up to your normal pay and 2 weeks paid partner leave available from 6 months onwards
• We will match up to 4% of your salary to Kiwisaver 
• Enjoy generous discounts on both DuluxGroup products and through our corporate partnerships

Realising your full potential starts here

At DuluxGroup, we believe in the power to 'Imagine a better place', and we want you to be a part of it!

You'll work with iconic, trusted household brands with a 100+ year history, have the stability of working for a global company and your work will have a real impact. Join us and be part of our growth trajectory as we continue to expand our business globally and innovate in our industry.

Applicants must have sufficient working rights for this role. 

Apply today!