Category Manager
4 days ago
Location: Bolton
Department: Product Management
Reports To: Senior Manager Category Management
**About the Role**
We are seeking a Category Manager to drive growth and execution across our Underhood and Undercar product lines. This role is ideal for an experienced professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, understands the Automotive Aftermarket, and can manage everything from strategy development to day-to-day execution.
As a Category Manager, you will serve as the primary liaison between vendors, Carquest member companies and internal teams, ensuring that our products remain competitively positioned in the Canadian marketplace.
**Key Responsibilities**
- Execute strategic category management plans in alignment with company objectives.
- Partner cross-functionally with Sales, Operations, Purchasing, Inventory Planning, and Marketing.
- Manage product master database, DC stocking decisions, and field support.
- Analyze competitive intelligence and recommend strategies.
- Collaborate with Advance Auto Parts Category teams on product line reviews and forward planning.
- Maintain vendor relationships and oversee lifecycle management, seasonal demand, and assortment planning.
- Monitor pricing, gross profit, and inventory to maximize return on investment.
- Lead communications for product management activities, notices, and recalls.
**What You Bring**
- Strong knowledge of the Automotive Aftermarket and product channel.
- Strategic thinker with the ability to anticipate and adapt to market shifts.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PPT and Word - with data analysis and reporting.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Strong interpersonal and presentation skills; comfortable working cross-functionally.
- Problem-solver who can work independently while delivering high-quality results.
**Qualifications**
- Bachelor’s degree, college diploma, or equivalent experience.
- 4-6 years of category management experience (automotive aftermarket experience strongly preferred, especially in Underhood/Undercar lines).
**Why Join Us?**
At Carquest Canada, we foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement. As part of our team, you’ll have the opportunity to shape category strategy in a growing business and collaborate with industry-leading partners and cross-functional teams.
We offer the following benefits:
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Extended health care
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Store discount
- Vision care
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