Category Manager

GMS Canada; Langford; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Disability & Life Insurance

Wellness Benefits

Group RRSP

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Paid Holidays & Vacation Days

Professional Growth Opportunities

Development & Training Programs

Job summary

GMS Canada is seeking a Category Manager to oversee product lifecycle from purchase to point of sale in Langford, BC. You will collaborate with Rebuyers on inventory levels, work with customers to identify market opportunities and drive revenue growth while maintaining a safety-focused culture.

The role requires strong relationship-building, analytical and negotiation skills, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Post-Secondary education in Supply Chain Management/Business is an asset.
• A broad understanding of building supplies is essential; specifically, fasteners, power tools, hand tools, hardware.

Responsibilities

• Act as an ambassador of GMS Canada with all employees and customers.
• Maintain safety culture, customer service and efficiency as top priorities; manage category lifecycle from purchase to point of sale.
• Make changes to product line to increase revenue; respond to sales staff queries about products/opportunities.
• Work with key customers to uncover issues and potential market gains; track product turns and issues.
• Manage inventory levels and prepare exit strategies; coordinate with Rebuyers to manage min/max levels and market category products.
• Stay updated on industry trends; attend industry events to gain product awareness.

Skills

Relationship building

Analytical skills

Negotiation skills

Self-starter

Education

Supply Chain Management

Job description

Position Purpose

The Category Manager is responsible for product life cycle in their category from purchase to point of sale, making changes to the product line as needed to increase revenue. Working closely with the Rebuyer team to manage min and max levels of inventory, the Category Manager is a key business role. The pay range for this role is $65,000-85,000.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as an ambassador of the company with all employees and customers.
• Maintain an emphasis on a safety culture, customer service, and efficiency as top priorities. Responsible for category management and product life cycle from purchase to point of sale.
• Make changes to the product line as needed to increase revenue stream. Respond to sales staff regarding customer queries about products and or opportunities.
• Work closely with key customers to uncover issues and concerns as well as potential market gains. Track product turns and identify issues or concerns.
• Manage inventory levels and prepare exit strategies where applicable.
• Coordinate with Rebuyers to manage min and max levels of inventory. Market and advertise category products.
• Stay updated on industry trends and market competitors. Attend industry events and trade shows to gain product awareness.

Minimum Education

Post-Secondary education in Supply Chain Management/Business or related field is an asset. A broad understanding of building supplies is essential; specifically, fasteners, power tools, hand tools, hardware. Demonstrate candor; ability to respectfully challenge. Results orientated; proven record of executing projects over the finish line. Comfort/familiarity with constructing presentations, organization communications, and business cases.

Minimum Qualifications

• Strong ability to build relationships and networks with multiple functions at all levels.
• Strong analytical capabilities and negotiation skills Self-starter and independent worker

Physical Requirements

Standing for extended periods of time Ability to lift and carry up to 50lbs.

The (range of) compensation for this position is $55,200.00 to $65,100.00

Job Location: GMS Family of Locations - Langford

1210 Chidlow Connector Road Langford, BC V9C 3W7

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Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Disability & Life Insurance
• Wellness Benefits
• Group RRSP
• Employee Stock Purchase Program
• Paid Holidays & Vacation Days
• Professional Growth Opportunities
• Development & Training Programs

All benefits subject to eligibility.

Should a Candidate be submitted to fill a position by a recruiting or staffing services agency ("Agency"), the Company has no obligation to pay the Agency any fee for submission, offer, placement or any service without a fully executed contract of service covering the engagement.