Assistant Category Manager

Full job description

Mitre 10 (New Zealand) Limited have been a part of New Zealand's home improvement culture since 1974. An award-winning success story with a vision to help kiwi love where they live, work and play.

Are you ready to take the next step in your retail career? Passionate about products, strategy, and making a real impact? We are on the lookout for a driven and enthusiastic Assistant Category Manager to join our Showroom team at our Albany-based Support Centre.

What You’ll Be Doing

As an Assistant Category Manager, you’ll be right at the heart of our product strategy, supporting our Category Managers to bring their plans to life while sharpening your own skills to become a future Category Manager. You’ll play a key role in:

Enhancing our product ranges and promotional offers

Building and nurturing supplier relationships

Taking ownership of select products and driving their success

Collaborating across teams to solve challenges and unlock growth

What We’re Looking For

We’re after someone who’s not just capable, but curious, collaborative, and commercially savvy. You’ll thrive here if you bring:

Strong relationship-building skills and confidence working with suppliers

Solid experience with MS Excel, data analysis, and understanding of financial drivers behind category management

A sharp eye for detail, problem-solving ability, and promotional flair to drive inspiration and solution selling

Passion for retail and product development, with adaptability and a team-first mindset

Clear, confident communication that builds trust and influence

High EQ, personal resilience, and a sense of humour to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment

Why Join Us?

This role is based on Auckland’s vibrant North Shore, offering a fast-paced, positive environment where your ideas and energy will thrive. At Mitre 10, we’re a team on the move, driven by skilled, motivated people who love what they do.

We offer a competitive salary package, and a suite of benefits designed to support your wellbeing and work-life balance, including:

Free on-site parking

Generous team buying privileges

Life and trauma insurance

Discounted medical insurance

Birthday day off

Flexible working options