Why this role exists
The Category Assistant is responsible for the accurate and timely execution of core category processes across an assigned portfolio. The role coordinates product onboarding, maintains product and category data and provides administrative support for range, promotional, pricing and rebate activities.
As part of the Category Assistant team, the role delivers category support through consistent processes, controls and service standards. It works with category teams, suppliers and execution partners to ensure approved decisions are correctly reflected in systems and ready for delivery across stores and digital channels.
The role operates within a centralised pool model, supporting an assigned category portfolio while contributing to shared team priorities. This provides category teams with consistent support, category continuity and responsiveness to changing business needs.

Where you will make a difference
In this role you will:
Product Onboarding and Data Integrity




Coordinate the onboarding of approved products from initial request through to activation across relevant systems and channels.
Collect and validate required product, supplier, regulatory and digital content information, following up incomplete or inconsistent submissions.
Create and maintain accurate product records, including product attributes, descriptions, classifications, dimensions, costs and channel information.
Coordinate product content, images and supporting documentation required for store and online execution.
Complete system validations and readiness checks to confirm products are correctly configured before launch.
Investigate product data issues, correct errors within the roles authority and escalate matters requiring commercial or technical decisions.
Category, Range and Promotional Administration
Implement approved range additions, changes, transitions and discontinuations across relevant systems and supporting records.
Coordinate the administrative requirements for p

📌 Category Assistant (Bengaluru)
🏢 Officeworks
📍 Bengaluru