Grocery Category Manager

7 days ago


Ottawa, Ontario, Canada Giant Tiger Full time
About the Role

This is an exciting opportunity for a seasoned Category Manager to join our team at Giant Tiger. As a key member of our procurement team, you will be responsible for sourcing new items, negotiating costs and discounts, and developing strategies to drive sales and profits.

Key Responsibilities
  • Manage a multi-million dollar portfolio of grocery categories, delivering sales and profits as targeted.
  • Sourcing new items, suppliers, negotiating costs, discounts and advertising support.
  • Developing, communicating and executing strategies that will deliver a clear competitive advantage in a very aggressive industry.
  • Determining our product assortment so that it best addresses our customer needs and our company objectives.
  • Developing effective advertising, merchandising and store marketing plans to fully leverage the items within your portfolio to maximize their contribution to our store.
Requirements
  • 3-5 years of grocery buying experience, managing large portfolios.
  • Postsecondary education in a related field.
  • Strong negotiation skills and an understanding of the finesse and subtle nuances needed in negotiating large accounts.
  • Understanding of the importance of analysis and planning; can organize, prioritize and delegate in a challenging multi-tasking environment.
  • Communication skills: Strong interpersonal skills, a good listener, good communicator and solid presentation skills.
  • Ability to manage, motivate and build a team. Lead by example with a great work ethic, initiative and passion for the job.
  • Computer skills: Primarily Excel, Word and a solid Process Management mind-set to pick up on our proprietary I.S. systems.
  • Bilingualism (English & French), considered an asset.
  • Related JDA AS400 computer systems experience considered, an asset.
  • Private Label or Store Brands experience, considered an asset.
  • Fresh Meat Category Management Experience, considered an asset.
About Giant Tiger

Giant Tiger is a Canadian-owned and operated retailer with a strong commitment to the community and over 60 years of success. We believe in opportunities for growth & development, teamwork, and engagement.



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