Category Assistant

4 weeks ago


Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada The North West Company Full time
Category Assistant Job Description

As a Category Assistant at The North West Company, you will play a vital role in supporting the Category Manager in the day-to-day tasks of managing the category. Your responsibilities will include compiling data and reports to monitor category performance, maintaining vendor directories, investigating and responding to inquiries from stores and category teams, and providing support for all category promotional activities.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Coordinate data and information required for item setup and verify accuracy.
  • Coordinate category calendar and vendor meetings.
  • Validate vendor submissions and submit to the Data Management team for processing.
  • Respond to questions from the Data Management team to ensure complete and accurate item setup.
  • Send communications to stores about item updates.
  • Submit necessary category updates for communication.
  • Respond to Store Connect tickets assigned to the Category Team, ensuring the resolution of store issues and escalating when necessary.
  • Compile data and draft reports and presentations for Category Manager approval.
  • Support the Category Manager in monitoring promotional planning and planogram reviews.
  • Perform administration related to category promotional activities.
  • Conduct analyses as requested by the Category Manager for weekly, monthly, and quarterly variance reports.
Requirements:
  • Previous experience working in an office support and/or administrative assistant role is required.
  • Post-secondary education in business or a related field is an asset.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, with a focus on Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
  • Good written and verbal communication skills are essential.
  • Good analytical and problem-solving skills are required.
  • Must be detail-conscious and demonstrate a high level of accuracy.
About The North West Company:

The North West Company is a leading retailer to under-served rural communities and urban neighborhood markets in various regions. Our stores offer a broad range of products and services with an emphasis on food. We are committed to inclusion and diversity and encourage applications from all candidates.

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, as well as opportunities to learn, develop, and advance throughout the organization. If you are a motivated and detail-oriented individual who is passionate about category management, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.


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