Category Manager, Hardlines
4 weeks ago
Direct message the job poster from Red Apple Stores ULC ABOUT THE ROLE: Are you a passionate merchant with an entrepreneurial spirit and a knack for finding the next great product? As a Category Manager, Hardlines you’ll play a key role in shaping the product experience across our stores. You’ll plan, develop, source, and manage a compelling assortment that delights customers and drives results — from concept to checkout. This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a fast-paced retail environment, loves to negotiate, and takes pride in turning ideas into successful assortments. WHAT YOU’LL DO: Build Winning Strategies: Develop and execute merchandising and financial plans for Hardlines categories that align with Red Apple’s overall business goals. Drive Results: Partner with the Planner to prepare accurate sales, margin, and open-to-buy forecasts that support profitable growth. Know Your Customer: Stay ahead of trends and customer needs by continuously refining product assortments and identifying new opportunities. Source & Negotiate: Manage vendor relationships, negotiate costs, select products, and oversee pricing and ordering for all programs (core, seasonal, and opportunistic buys). Collaborate & Communicate: Work closely with allocation, logistics, marketing, and store teams to ensure flawless execution of assortments and promotions. Lead Promotions: Plan and coordinate promotional strategies for seasonal, monthly, and weekly campaigns. Stay Connected: Conduct market research and visit stores and competitors to stay informed about trends, opportunities, and challenges. Innovate: Lead and contribute to special projects that enhance our merchandising approach and customer experience. RELATIONSHIPS & WORKING ENVIRONMENT: Internal: All areas of the business (Home Office Team and Stores) WHO YOU ARE: Retail enthusiast with 3–4 years of experience in hardlines categories. Creative, entrepreneurial thinker with a strong understanding of product, pricing, promotions, and placement. Confident negotiator and communicator who builds strong vendor partnerships and drives win‑win outcomes. Analytical and detail‑oriented, with the ability to forecast, plan, and prioritize effectively. Proficient in Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and experienced with merchandising systems. Self‑starter who thrives both independently and collaboratively in a team environment. Holds a degree or diploma in Merchandising, Business, Marketing, or a related field. Seniority level Mid‑Senior level Employment type Full‑time Job function Retail #J-18808-Ljbffr
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Category Manager, Hardlines
4 weeks ago
Mississauga, Canada Red Apple Stores ULC Full timeDirect message the job poster from Red Apple Stores ULC ABOUT THE ROLE: Are you a passionate merchant with an entrepreneurial spirit and a knack for finding the next great product? As a Category Manager, Hardlines you’ll play a key role in shaping the product experience across our stores. You’ll plan, develop, source, and manage a compelling assortment...
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Category Manager, Hardlines
4 weeks ago
Mississauga, Canada Red Apple Stores ULC Full timeDirect message the job poster from Red Apple Stores ULC ABOUT THE ROLE: Are you a passionate merchant with an entrepreneurial spirit and a knack for finding the next great product? As a Category Manager, Hardlines you’ll play a key role in shaping the product experience across our stores. You’ll plan, develop, source, and manage a compelling assortment...
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Mississauga, ON, Canada Red Apple Stores ULC Full timeABOUT THE ROLE: Are you a passionate merchant with an entrepreneurial spirit and a knack for finding the next great product? As a Category Manager, Hardlines you'll play a key role in shaping the product experience across our stores. You'll plan, develop, source, and manage a compelling assortment that delights customers and drives results — from concept...
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