ASSOCIATE MERCHANT

The Home Depot, Inc.; Toronto; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

The Home Depot Canada is seeking an Associate Merchant to execute merchandising objectives for a specific class/subclass of merchandise. You will assist with vendor relationships, marketing products, and developing product line strategies while supporting pricing decisions.

Key responsibilities include supplier relationship management, financial planning and pricing, and execution of merchandising strategies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business or equivalent.
• 2–3 years in merchandising or related field preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Supplier Relationship Management: influence supplier management strategy and support department goals.
• Financial Planning & Management: implement financial strategy/cost structure and pricing for a category.
• Merchandising Execution: develop merchandising strategy and understand key business drivers.
• Assortment Selection: conduct business reviews of category and drive item selection.
• Travel and on-site collaboration as needed to support merchandising objectives.

Skills

Negotiation

Financial Analysis

Market Research

Strategic Planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business or equivalent

Job description

Pay Range: $85,000 - $115,000

At The Home Depot Canada, we want you to feel valued and supported. The pay range you see represents base salary only. In addition, your total rewards may include: semi-annual bonuses tied to business performance; Deferred Profit-Sharing Program to assist with retirement savings; comprehensive paid benefits; a 15% discount on Home Depot stock purchases; and merit-based salary increases. We are committed to recognizing your efforts and supporting your growth with us.

Are you someone who thrives on helping others succeed, enjoys making an impact, and takes pride in guiding customers to the right solutions for their projects? If you're also naturally curious and eager to keep learning, consider starting or growing your career with us at The Home Depot.

Position Overview:Responsible for executing the merchandising objectives for a class/subclass of merchandise. This includes assisting the merchant with creating and maintaining vendor relationships, marketing products, developing product line strategies, and reporting financial results. The Associate Merchant assists with making buying decisions for the assigned category and negotiates terms with suppliers to drive item selection and pricing.

Key Responsibilities:

Supplier Relationship Management (30%):

• Assists Merchant with influencing the supplier management strategy to support overall department strategy and works to improve all aspects of supplier relationships.
• May serve as a key contributor on various other key projects.

Financial Planning & Management (30%):

• Assists Merchant with implementing the financial strategy/cost structure for a category and sets pricing.
• May set pricing and strategy for class/subclass.

Merchandising Execution (20%):

• Assists Merchant with developing merchandising strategy to understand key business drivers (e.g., historical performance, industry/competitive landscape, consumer segmentation).
• May serve as a key contributor on various key projects within a business function.

Assortment Selection (20%):

• Assists Merchant with executing the business review of category.

Competencies:

• Supplier Relationship Management
• Financial Planning & Management
• Merchandising Strategy Development
• Assortment Selection

Skills:

• Negotiation
• Financial Analysis
• Market Research
• Strategic Planning

Direct Manager/Direct Reports:

• Reports to: Merchant

Travel Requirements:

• As needed

Physical Requirements:

• Office-based work

Job Categorization:

• Merchandising

Working Conditions:

• Office, Store, Innovation Center

Minimum Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Business or equivalent

Minimum Years of Work Experience:

• 2-3 years in merchandising or related field

Minimum Leadership Experience:

• Experience in leading small projects or teams

Certifications:

• Relevant certifications in merchandising or supply chain management (preferred)

Other Requirements/Assets:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

On-site Requirement: Monday to Friday, five days per week (1 Concorde Gate, North York, Ontario).

In our commitment to efficiency, consistency, and a fair hiring experience for all candidates, The Home Depot Canada uses Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology to assist with the screening and assessment of applicants for this position. This technology is used to quickly and consistently identify candidates whose skills and experience are the strongest match for the role. Our process is designed to ensure human oversight is maintained throughout the selection process.