Category Assistant
2 weeks ago
Compensation Grade:
Grade 3
Job Description:
Who We Are:
We are a Canadian owned and operated retailer (and proud of it), with a strong commitment to the community, and over 60 years of success. If you are looking for a challenging and dynamic career, Giant Tiger may be right for you. We believe in opportunities for growth & development, teamwork, and engagement.
About The Role:
The Category Assistant will play a vital role in supporting the Category Team by coordinating product development and assortment activities that drive traffic, sales, and margin growth. This position involves executing purchase opportunities, managing sku and assortment data, and ensuring adherence to safety, quality, and regulatory standards.
What You’ll be Doing:
- Coordinate and support product development and assortment activities of the Category Team that align to category strategy, contribute to driving traffic, sales and margin, and adhere to safety, quality and regulatory standards- Execute purchase activities and opportunities in accordance with approved product plans and strategy- Support effective communications to all support teams relating to product and provide stores with relevant information needed to assist with purchasing decisions and quantification- Produce and complete sku and assortment related information as per the timelines detailed in the Buying or Planogram Calendar to minimize disruptions- Conduct and complete product related activities to ensure adherence to safety, quality, and regulatory standards- Support strategic marketing activities for all commodities to ensure marketing objectives are accurately met
What You’ll Bring:
- Business, Management, or Equivalent- 1-3 years related experience (Grocery retail an asset)- Ability to problem solve and make adjustment on simple issues- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills- Understanding of retail mathematics related to sales, profitability/ inventory- Great communicator, verbally and in writing- Time management, organization and prioritization skills required- Love for product and passion for the Giant Tiger Customer- Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite of products
Assets You May Have:
- Post Secondary Education in Business Administration or related field- Bilingual English and French- Financial acumen
Travel Requirements- None
Job Requisition:
JR125929
Giant Tiger is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fair employment practices.
During our recruitment process we are looking for an incumbent that will not only learn and grow in the role, but also contribute to our diverse, equal and inclusive culture.
If you require accommodation during your pursuit of a role at Giant Tiger please contact
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