Assistant Merchandise Manager

About GPC Asia Pacific

GPC Asia Pacific, with over a century of experience, stands as the leading supplier of automotive aftermarket parts in Australia and New Zealand. Backed by Genuine Parts Company of North America, they manage iconic brands like Repco, NAPA and McLeod Accessories, serving a workforce of more than 8,000 in Asia Pacific and 60,000 worldwide. The company fosters a dynamic, results-oriented work culture focused on continuous improvement and celebrates team achievements.

Role Overview

The Assistant Merchandise Manager plays a pivotal role in supporting the Oils and Chemicals category, a flagship segment within the business. Reporting to a Merchandise Manager, this position manages category collateral and promotional campaigns from planning through delivery, ensuring accuracy and optimization for sales growth. This hybrid role blends office attendance with remote work.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate catalogue preparation and promotional activities, ensuring smooth execution from initial planning to final rollout.
• Proofread and verify catalogue content for accuracy in pricing, product details, and promotional offers.
• Establish and maintain strong partnerships with suppliers.
• Meet critical deadlines for catalogues and campaigns consistently.
• Assist with promotional strategy development and campaign administration tasks.
• Analyze sales data and promotional performance to inform category decisions.
• Compile reports and presentations to support merchandising strategies.
• Keep product and promotional information accurate and updated within company systems.
• Offer administrative and operational assistance to the merchandise team as needed.

Candidate Profile

• Experience or interest in category management, merchandise, or buying disciplines.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to build and nurture stakeholder relationships.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy, particularly in proofreading.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills to juggle competing priorities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and the broader Office suite.
• Analytical mindset capable of working effectively with data and generating insights.
• Proactive and solution-oriented approach to challenges.
• Ability to prioritize workload and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Employee Benefits

• Competitive staff discounts across GPC Asia Pacific group companies.
• Access to an employee assistance program supporting wellbeing.
• Commitment to a highly safety-conscious workplace.
• Support programs for working parents, including a parental leave top-up allowance.
• Paid leave to volunteer for charity or community organizations.

Diversity and Inclusion

GPC Asia Pacific is an equal opportunity employer that embraces diversity without discrimination based on sex, race, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. Employment decisions are based on ability, experience, and business needs.