Category Partner

About the job
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.

Workplace Arrangements:

This role will follow a hybrid remote/onsite schedule. Applicants for this role can expect to work on-site from our Ottawa Head Office, on Walkley Road 2-3 days a week for an 8-5 schedule.

What You’ll be Doing?

Recommend and implement assortment plans in accordance with category and vendor strategies to deliver planned sales, margin (gross and net)Drive customer excitement by initiating and completing activities in accordance with approved assortment plans and company strategyCommunicate effectively with the stores to provide relevant information needed to assist with their purchasing decisions and quantification and drive support of various programsProduce and complete sku and assortment related information as per the timelines detailed in the Buying or Planogram Calendar to minimize disruptionsConduct and complete product related activities to ensure adherence to safety, quality, and regulatory standardsAlign and communicate strategic marketing activities for all commodities to ensure marketing objectives are accurately metDeliver omni-channel assortment to provide a holistic customer experience

What You’ll Bring

Minimum 3 years retail experienceBuying/Category management and/or Merchandise planning experienceStrong knowledge of MS Office suite of productsProven track record of meeting job objectivesSelf-motivated with a strong sense of initiativeAble to communicate effectively and influence positively without authorityPassion for retail and customer service

Assets You May Have

Financial acumenUnderstanding of Omni-Channel retailProficiency in FrenchJDA & BI experienceFamiliarity with a franchise model

Travel Requirements

Some domestic travel required (10-15% of time).