Category Manager Assistant

Toronto, ON, CA, Canada

Job Description

The Assistant Category Manager (ACM) is responsible for providing support to different categories and SKUs. The ACM should utilize communication skills and be able to work in a dynamic environment and utilize data to assist the Category Manager in achieving performance targets. The ACM should also be aware of strategy-related activities including product assortment, promotion, and pricing.

Daily Tasks



Coordinate between category managers and head office to fulfil all tasks required for the weekly flyer, including reviewing flyer proofs to ensure accuracy of items, pricing, pictures, and descriptions. Monitor and track prices and price differences, coordinating with category managers, the accounting team, and the administrators. Produce flyer sales reports on a weekly basis with analysis on sales by departments, categories, and item assortment. Communicate in-store specials and pricing related information between category managers and pricing officers. Process new items and ensure the correct procedure is being followed and follow up with category managers and administrators to complete the creation process. Regularly perform Cost vs Sales analysis on items while monitoring price changes and EDLPs Conduct price sensitivity analysis on items to monitor and analyze prices, price elasticity, and seasonality. Analyze correlations of aggregate sales to assess relationships between sales of different products Communicate with suppliers through category managers Communicate with operations to verify inventory.

Required Qualifications



Degree/Diploma from Business School Minimum 2 years of experience in a similar position in retail sector. Strong skills in Microsoft office Proficiency is a must, Arabic/French could be an additional asset

Competencies



Ability to work under pressure and with tight deadlines. Rigor and thoroughness Oriented towards good customer service
Job Type: Fixed term contract
Contract length: 12 months

Pay: $20.00-$21.00 per hour

Expected hours: 44 per week

Benefits:

Disability insurance Employee assistance program Life insurance On-site parking
Schedule:

Day shift Monday to Friday
Education:

Bachelor's Degree (required)
Work Location: In person

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD2447692
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Toronto, ON, CA, Canada
  • Education
    Not mentioned