Category Assistant - Household Desk & Data Analysis

Loblaw Companies Limited; Toronto; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail organization in Toronto seeks a Category Assistant to support category management and supplier relations. The role involves maintaining product data, analyzing sales reports, and collaborating with multiple teams to enhance merchandising strategies. Candidates should have strong computer skills, knowledge of category practices, and relevant educational background in business or merchandising.

Benefits

Purchase discount program

Competitive pay

Online learning opportunities

Qualifications

• Greater than one-year general business or merchandising experience required.
• Demonstrated level of initiative and judgment to organize and prioritize tasks.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and monitor critical sales and financial data.
• Complete documentation for product information and vendor profiles.
• Prepare worksheets for merchandising plans and flyers.

Skills

Computer skills

Database management

Knowledge of category management

Diplomacy and tact

Effective communication

Education

Post-secondary education in business or merchandising

Tools

SAP

CPMS

Job description

A leading retail organization in Toronto seeks a Category Assistant to support category management and supplier relations. The role involves maintaining product data, analyzing sales reports, and collaborating with multiple teams to enhance merchandising strategies. Candidates should have strong computer skills, knowledge of category practices, and relevant educational background in business or merchandising.