PRODUCT & CATEGORY COORDINATOR - AUTOMOTIVE PARTS

About Auto Parts Group (APG)
At Auto Parts Group (APG), we aim to be Australia’s top independent supplier of genuine and aftermarket automotive parts, providing our customers with a "Real Advantage."
APG is part of GPC Asia Pacific, a leading supplier of industrial and automotive parts in Australia, New Zealand, and Southeast Asia. GPC has over 8,000 employees in Asia Pacific and more than 60,000 globally, with well-known brands like Repco, NAPA, AMX, and Motion Industries.

About The Role:

APG is seeking a full-time permanent Product / Category coordinator based out of Brendale, QLD.

Reporting to the Procurement and Pricing Manager, the Product Development team supports product range development, supplier coordination, catalogue accuracy, pricing and category performance across automotive parts categories

You will work closely with Purchasing, Sales, Marketing and approved suppliers to identify opportunities and support profitable range growth.

Key Responsibilities:

• Product lifecycle review: Monitor product performance and recommend product additions, replacements, rationalisation or other range changes.Support product reviews through sales analysis, demand forecasting and minimum/maximum stock-level recommendations.
• Category performance analysis: Analyse sales, margin, pricing and product performance data to identify opportunities and support profitable category growth.
• Catalogue and price list support: Maintain accurate catalogue and pricing data and support product launches and promotional activity in collaboration with Marketing.
• Supplier liaison: Work with approved suppliers to expand product offerings, obtain product information, monitor competitor activity and review supplier performance.

• Technical support: Provide Sales teams and customers with product specifications, performance guidance and relevant product information, as required.
• Champion APG Values and support compliance with company policies, purchasing authorities and safety requirements.

About You:

• Experience in product coordination, catalogue management, category support, purchasing or a similar commercial role. (Auto parts experience desirable)
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret sales, pricing, margin and market data.
• High attention to detail and confidence managing product information, range data and systems.
• Strong communication and stakeholder-management skills, with the ability to work effectively across teams and with suppliers.
• A proactive, customer-focused approach aligned with APG Values: Customer First, Smart Service, One Team and Safe for All.

Benefits

• APG 'Me' Day: A paid, flexible day for team members to use as they wish.
• Paid Parental Leave: Newly introduced paid parental leave for permanent employees.
• Training: Comprehensive training, support, and resources provided.
• Business Perks: Exclusive discounts with retailers like Woolworths, JB HIFI, Caltex, and Hoyts Cinemas.
• Events: Regular team catch-ups, monthly events, and annual awards.
• Wellbeing: Free, confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family, including financial and legal counselling.

• Diversity: A diverse team with varying ages, nationalities, abilities, and cultures.
• Security: A 30-year strong and growing business.

About The Work Environment:
Now is the perfect time to join our dynamic team as we focus on continuous improvement, technology, and safety. We are driven to provide the best customer experience and need individuals to help us reach our goals. It all starts with you.

Interested...
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GPC Asia Pacific is an equal opportunity employer.