Job Description

What you\xe2\x80\x99ll do

Interested in being a part of a team that is leading the evolution of retail in Canada?

Embracing and driving change is critical to our success. The complexity and rate at which the retail industry is transforming has increased exponentially in recent years and we are committed to being a leader in the industry. As such we are relentlessly focused on innovating at every level of our business, investing in new technologies and products, and doubling down on the best talent to drive the company forward. It is an especially exciting time to join the Canadian Tire Family of Companies.

We are looking for a results driven, customer centric leader who can develop the best possible merchandise and product strategy to maximize sales, productivity and market share in order to continue establishing Mark\xe2\x80\x99s as the absolute leader in men\xe2\x80\x99s casual apparel. This will include development of financial budgets, conceptualization and execution of product strategy, recruitment and retention of talent as well as accountability for Open-to-Buy management and inventory goals.

Lead the development and implementation of business strategy congruent with the division and enterprise goals

Develop strategy for Owned and National Brand assortments aligned with corporate goals

Develop merchandising programs with your team that will position Mark\xe2\x80\x99s in the market as leaders in casual apparel categories

Responsible for partnering with design in line with Brand aspiration; working with Brand Management to ensure effective execution of brand strategy

Deliver budgeted Gross Margin dollars

Control all relative department expenses to or below budgeted dollar and percentages

Ensure the pricing, promotional and marketing strategies support the financial objectives of the division and enterprise

Ensure the effectiveness of ad items in advertising vehicles relate to established bench marked performance indicators

Working with Senior Marketing, Branding, Sourcing, Operations, Logistics, and Finance Personnel. Contribute to fostering a team environment with a common objective

Determine with marketing group strategic growth initiatives for each year of business with a view to longer term future growth

Ensure the timely evaluation of all direct reports and development initiatives are planned and measured with the individuals

Lead a team of buyers, to understand opportunities in new markets and provide analysis/recommendations for pursuing them

Provide leadership and overall direction by leading and fostering a high performance team environment and determining appropriate resourcing to achieve strategy

What you\xe2\x80\x99ve done

10+ years\xe2\x80\x99 purchasing management experience

Leadership development, time management, and negotiation skills development

Ability to work in a fast paced environment

Self-motivated and commanding leadership skills

Strong analytical skills with an ability to multi-task

Solid financial analysis capabilities

Superb collaboration, joint problem solving and influencing skills

Strong track record of driving results and performance transformation

Proven ability to develop, manage and motivate a top calibre team around a compelling vision

Hybrid

We value flexibility. We have adopted a hybrid work model whereby employees use a combination of working in office and virtually in service of outcomes. Each leader is empowered to decide what work is best achieved in person based on the unique needs of their team.

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About Us

At Marks, we want you to experience an extraordinary career in helping to lead our brand\'s evolution to be Canada\xe2\x80\x99s number one destination for industrial and casual apparel and footwear. As one of Canada\xe2\x80\x99s leading apparel retailers, and a valued part of the Canadian Tire family of companies, Mark\xe2\x80\x99s stands out for its commitment to comfort, quality and style. Mark\xe2\x80\x99s is a leader in product development, innovation and quality through its assortment of industrial apparel, footwear and accessories, with strong private and exclusive brands. Join us, where there\'s a place for you here.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging

We are committed to fostering an environment where belonging thrives, and diversity, inclusion and equity are infused into everything we do. We believe in building an organizational culture where people are consistently treated with dignity while respecting individual religion, nationality, gender, race, age, perceived ability, spoken language, sexual orientation, and identification. We are united in our purpose of being here to help make life in Canada better.

Accommodations

We stand firm in our Core Value that inclusion is a must. We welcome and encourage candidates from equity-seeking groups such as people who identify as racialized, Indigenous, 2SLGBTQIA+, women, people with disabilities, and beyond. Should you require any accommodation in applying for this role, or throughout the interview process, please make them known when contacted and we will work with you to help meet your needs.

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