Category Manager

Brampton, ON, Canada

https://ca.mncjobz.com/company/robert-half

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Job Description

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Are you an experienced Buyer, Purchasing Specialist, or Analyst looking to take the next step in your career? Our client is seeking a Category Manager to join our clients team and lead multiple product categories within a fast-paced retail environment. This role offers the opportunity to move beyond transactional buying and into strategic category ownership-driving growth, profitability, and innovation.
You'll leverage your retail experience and analytical skills to develop category strategies, optimize assortments, and build strong vendor partnerships. If you're ready to influence business decisions and make a measurable impact, this is the role for you.
Responsibilities:

Transition from tactical buying to full category ownership-developing strategies and implementing plans that align with business goals.
Create and adjust product assortments and buying strategies based on customer needs and market trends.
Use your analytical expertise to review financials, manage P& L, and translate insights into actionable strategies.
Build and maintain strong supplier partnerships to optimize pricing, terms, and profitability.
Work closely with merchandising, marketing, and operations teams to ensure category success.
Partner with teams to develop proprietary products and introduce differentiated offerings.

Requirements:
Requirements:
3-5 years in buying, purchasing, or category analysis within retail or wholesale.
Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain, or related field.
Strong financial acumen and experience with P& L management.
Advanced analytical skills with the ability to turn data into insights.
Excellent communication and negotiation abilities.
Strategic mindset with a passion for driving growth and innovation.