Assistant Category Manager

**Welcome to Amaranth where we're not just about providing stellar customer service - we're on a mission to craft an exceptional experience.**

Imagine a community where local farmers and producers unite to bring wholesome, healthy food to our tables. As we expand in Alberta, Amaranth is thrilled to extend a warm welcome to new team members who share our fervor.

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Picture someone who lives and breathes a holistic lifestyle, fuelled by a genuine passion. Someone who puts others first, going above and beyond to elevate the customer experience. A team player committed to growth, flexibility, and openness. Imagine a problem solver with a keen business sense, contributing to Amaranth's core values and goals.

At Amaranth, we're not just building a team; we're fostering a community of like-minded individuals dedicated to making a difference. If you're ready to be part of something extraordinary, where passion meets purpose, Amaranth is the place for you. Let's grow together and create a legacy of exceptional service, one smiling customer at a time.

**JOB DESCRIPTION**

**Job Title**:Assistant Category Manager - Grocery **Department**:Grocery

**Reports to**:Category Manager - Grocery

**Direct Reports**: None

**Position Overview**

The Assistant Category Manager - Grocery supports the Grocery Category Manager in ensuring optimal product selection, pricing, promotions, and inventory control across all locations. This role also acts as a key link between head office and store teams, helping to implement merchandising plans and provide in-store support when needed.

**Values**

Amaranth is a values-driven organization, starting with how we hire through to how we measure success. Our core values include:

- Service to Others
- Seek First to Understand
- Solution-Oriented and Positive
- Going Above and Beyond
- Continued Education and Growth Focused
- Accountability

**Priority Accountabilities**

These are the outcomes the team member is accountable for, as outlined in the accountability chart. These outcomes include:

- **Support for Category Managers and Buyers**: Assist with the execution of purchasing, pricing, and promotional strategies. Collaborate closely with Category Managers and Buyers to align with organizational goals.
- **Out-of-Stock Management**: Help monitor and meet targets for in-stock levels by identifying and addressing inventory gaps in a timely manner.
- **Inventory Turnover**: Track and support initiatives to improve inventory turnover, minimizing waste and optimizing product flow.
- **Reporting & Analysis**: Run regular overstock, sales, and performance reports to guide decisions around product lifecycle, promotions, and purchasing.

**Secondary Accountabilities**

These accountabilities support the effective completion of the Priority Accountabilities:

- Assist with new product mix selection based on customer requests and vendor suggestions.
- Attend in-person vendor meetings and store walkthroughs as required.
- Provide in-store support during promotional events and Customer Appreciation Days.
- Assist with coaching and mentoring grocery leads and in-store buyers when applicable.
- Provide temporary coverage for grocery leads in case of absences or high-volume periods.

**Tactical Responsibilities**

These are the processes that the team member is responsible for executing:

- Support with purchasing.
- Managing inventory levels through various reporting.
- Track flyer sales and new product performance.
- Support with promotional and merchandising plans across locations.
- Monitor and support perishable buying practices.
- Help ensure stores are following category standards and timelines.
- Organize and manage demo schedules and event activations in partnership with stores.

**Qualifications and Attributes**:

- Retail experience is essential; grocery background strongly preferred.
- Prior purchasing and merchandising experience is a strong asset.
- Extremely detail-oriented, with excellent follow-through.
- Self-directed with the ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple projects, and meet deadlines independently.
- Strong communicator with excellent organizational and interpersonal skills.
- Familiarity with Amaranth’s product standards and customer service expectations.
- Solid understanding of spreadsheets, POS systems, and inventory databases.
- Must be located within Calgary or willing to relocate prior to start date.

**Time Requirements**:

- Full-time hourly position, up to 40 hours per week.
- Typically Monday through Fri