Associate Category Manager - Waterworks (Burlington, ON)

Wolseley Inc; Burlington; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Pension plan with employer matching

RRSP matching

Paid vacation

Job summary

Wolseley Canada in Burlington is seeking an Associate Category Manager - Waterworks to drive sales, profitability, and market share through active category management and supplier partnerships.

You will build supplier relationships, identify growth opportunities, analyze data, and collaborate cross-functionally to deliver value to customers and reach business targets. This role offers a competitive base salary with performance-based incentives and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Post Secondary education in Business Administration, Marketing, or related discipline.
• 2+ years of experience in Category Management or relatable experience.
• Advanced working knowledge of Excel, Tableau, Microsoft BI and PowerPoint.
• Proven capability in managing and analyze product data.
• Solid cross-functional leadership and supervisory skills.
• Ability to think strategically with a solution-based mindset.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to communicate with all levels within the organization.
• Excellent interpersonal and collaboration skills, building strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to work both collaboratively and independently.
• Work effectively within a fast-paced work environment, meeting deadlines while balancing competing demands on your time.
• Fluency in both French and English an asset.

Responsibilities

• Accountable for managing the business to achieve sales targets, maximizing profitability, funding contribution, while driving market share growth
• Work closely with Wolseley Branches and Sales Teams to deliver increased value to Wolseley customers.
• Review product assortment with the category team and develop supplier and product opportunities nationally and where relevant, regionally.
• Collaborate with suppliers, sales teams, and cross-functional teams in support of a regular cadence of business reviews.
• Support negotiations with suppliers and develop execution plans to achieve targets (sales, margin, rebates, marketing funding, etc.)
• Analyze key financial and operational metrics to determine the success of individual products and programs and identifying potential challenges and opportunities.
• Develop and review weekly, period and YTD sales and margin reports and related analytics in support of performance reviews and overall category opportunities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to execute category intentional supplier and product strategies.

Skills

Cross-functional leadership

Strategic thinking

Communication skills

Collaboration

Education

Post Secondary education in Business Administration, Marketing, or related discipline

Tools

Excel

Tableau

Microsoft BI

PowerPoint

Job description

At Wolseley Canada, our leading-edge is the knowledge and insight found in every corner of our organization. Here, you’ll build strong relationships and support critical industries that touch the lives of Canadians. Every day, we show up with intention and pride; in ourselves, our associates, and our customers. You’ll have a solid foundation to try new things, uncover new possibilities, challenge yourself, and grow your career. Does this sound like somewhere you’d like to be? Wolseley Canada is the leading wholesale distributor of plumbing, HVAC/R, waterworks and industrial products in the country and working here means, a network of possibilities, a place you are valued and a higher standard.

Join the Pros!

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Safety-focused and inclusive workplace culture
• Comprehensive benefits with premiums fully paid for by the company for the "Core" package starting day 1
• Competitive retirement savings program including RRSP and Defined Contribution pension plan with employer matching up to 5.25%
• Day 1 Paid vacation, sick time, and paid birthday off
• Annual bonus and profit-sharing opportunities
• Employee discounts on leading plumbing, HVAC/R, and industrial products
• Education reimbursement and ongoing career development opportunities
• Employee referral programs and recognition initiatives

The Opportunity

Join the Burlington location as an Associate Category Manager - Waterworks, where you’ll drive sales, profitability, and market share growth through effective product and supplier strategies. We’re looking for a collaborative and analytical professional who can manage category performance, build strong supplier relationships, identify growth opportunities, and work cross-functionally to deliver value to customers and achieve business targets.

What you will do

• Accountable for managing the business to achieve sales targets, maximizing profitability, funding contribution, while driving market share growth
• Work closely with Wolseley Branches and Sales Teams to deliver increased value to Wolseley customers.
• Review product assortment with the category team and develop supplier and product opportunities nationally and where relevant, regionally.
• Collaborate with suppliers, sales teams, and cross-functional teams in support of a regular cadence of business reviews.
• Support negotiations with suppliers and develop execution plans to achieve targets (sales, margin, rebates, marketing funding, etc.)
• Analyze key financial and operational metrics to determine the success of individual products and programs and identifying potential challenges and opportunities.
• Develop and review weekly, period and YTD sales and margin reports and related analytics in support of performance reviews and overall category opportunities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to execute category intentional supplier and product strategies.

What you will bring

• Post Secondary education in Business Administration, Marketing, or related discipline.
• 2+ years of experience in Category Management or relatable experience.
• Advanced working knowledge of Excel, tableau, Microsoft BI and PowerPoint
• Proven capability in managing and analyze product data.
• Solid cross-functional leadership and supervisory skills.
• Ability to think strategically with a solution-based mindset.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to communicate with all levels within the organization.
• Excellent interpersonal and collaboration skills, building strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to work both collaboratively and independently.
• Work effectively within a fast-paced work environment, meeting deadlines while balancing competing demands on your time.
• Fluency in both French and English an asset.

Base Salary: $70,000 to $80,000 + 15% MIP

Existing Position: Backfill #INDCORP

Our Commitment to You

Wolseley Canada is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, embracing diverse backgrounds and perspectives. We are committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment process with accommodation available on request for candidates participating in all stages of the recruitment and selection process.

Full-time permanent positions are eligible for the full benefits package. Fixed-term contract positions may be eligible for health and dental benefits depending on the terms of the position. Short-term contract positions are not eligible for company-sponsored benefits.

This position requires the result of a satisfactory criminal record check. A record under the Criminal Code and/or other federal offence record(s) does not automatically mean you will be ineligible for the position.

Wolseley uses AI-assisted tools to support applicant screening. Where a salary range is posted, the total compensation range posted for this role represents the total compensation opportunity, which may include base wage, bonuses, commissions, and/or other monetary components, if applicable. Placement in the range will be based on factors such as market conditions, internal equity, candidate experience, skills and qualifications relevant to the role. Benefits eligibility varies based on employment status and contract length. Full-time permanent positions are eligible for the full benefits package. Fixed-term contract positions may be eligible for health and dental benefits depending on the terms of the position. Short-term contract positions are not eligible for company-sponsored benefits. This position requires the result of a satisfactory criminal record check. A record under the Criminal Code and/or other federal offence record(s) does not automatically mean you will be ineligible for the position.

Wolseley Canada is a market leader in the wholesale distribution of plumbing, heating, ventilation, air conditioning, refrigeration, waterworks, fire protection, pipes, valves and fittings and industrial products. With its head office in Burlington, Ontario, the company has approximately 2,500 employees and more than 220 locations coast to coast. Wolseley's team of sales and service specialists, an industry-leading e-business platform, Wolseley Express, and relationships with the best vendors and brands in the business, make Wolseley the professional's choice across the country. Wolseley's parent company, Ferguson Enterprises Inc (NYSE: FERG; LSE: FERG), is the largest value-added distributor serving the specialized professional in the residential and non-residential North American construction market. Headquartered in Newport News, Va., Ferguson has approximately 35,000 associates in nearly 1,800 locations.