Category Analyst

Brighter futures start here 

 Owned by Australian-based Kmart Group, Anko Global, the expansion steward of the Anko brand, delivers innovative products and cutting-edge retail solutions to partner retailers across the globe.  

Through strategic partnerships and a commitment to innovation, Anko Global is revolutionizing the retail landscape for partner retailers worldwide who seek a competitive advantage through a simplified approach.  

Anko Global is focused on being a customer-led, digitally enabled business that will provide you with challenging and rewarding work that you will be proud of. 

Join the Team

Role Description

• Reporting to the Category Manager, this role is focused on supporting the in country planning and execution of regional merchandise strategies with Anko Global customers.
•Key to this role is an understanding of customers merchandise strategies, pricing architecture, competitor profiles and consumer insights. This role is designed to be the regional resource to support the Category Managers to build and execute both business development and growth strategies for our customers. This will also include preparing and participating in customer meetings (virtual and in person).
•Additional to this, the role will be required to conduct regular store visits to conduct retail range reviews, identify category gaps and opportunities whilst building an understanding of the Kmart merchandise strategy.
Team Member Minimum Requirements

Preferred Qualifications:
•University or College Degree

Work Experience:
•Previous experience in wholesale/merchandise/product (1-3 years)
•Familiarity with a wholesale sales function, product development, souring and operations.
•Experience in retail buying/wholesale product management.

Skills/Knowledge/Abilities/Technology Used:
•Strong technical expertise in Excel.
•Experience in running and analysing sales reports, identifying and reporting on key trends and opportunities.
•Strong verbal and written communication skills.
•Strong attention to detail.
•Strong ability to collaborate.
•Strong time management.

A place you can belong 

 At Anko Global we celebrate the rich diversity of the communities in which we operate and are committed to creating inclusive and safe environments where all our team members can contribute and succeed. We believe that all team members should feel valued, respected, and safe irrespective of your gender, ethnicity, indigeneity, religious beliefs, education, age, disability, family responsibilities, sexual orientation and gender identity and we encourage applications from all candidates.