Senior Merchant Omni- Video Gaming

Walmart; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Category Manager to design and execute strategies that enhance profitability and customer satisfaction. In this pivotal role, you will manage financial results, develop category strategies, and foster strong vendor relationships. Your leadership will be crucial in guiding a talented team to achieve excellence and innovation in merchandising. Join a forward-thinking company that values respect, integrity, and customer focus, and make a significant impact in the retail landscape.

Qualifications

• 6-8 years of retail experience required.
• Strong knowledge of commodities and negotiation skills preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage financial results, including sales and inventory.
• Develop category strategies using data analysis and vendor optimization.
• Lead and develop associates while fostering a high-performing team.

Skills

Financial Analysis

Data Analysis

Vendor Negotiation

Team Leadership

Education

College Certificate or Diploma

Job description

Position Summary: The role designs, develops, and executes strategies for complex categories to achieve profit and loss deliverables and meet customer needs at unbeatable prices.

What you'll do:

1. Merchandise Profit & Loss Management: Accountable for all aspects of financial results, including planning, forecasts, sales, markdowns, market share, gross profit, inventory, and pricing. Communicates results and reviews post-buy financial analysis.
2. Category Strategy Development: Develops strategies aligned with merchant frameworks, utilizing data analysis, assortment decisions, vendor and SKU optimization, and price strategies. May involve store visits and cross-functional communication.
3. Vendor Relations & Marketing: Negotiates and manages vendor agreements, develops relationships, and oversees marketing activities including tab space planning and media execution.
4. Forecasting & Merchandising: Manages new item and promotional forecasts, markdowns, line reviews, and ensures flawless execution of store-ready products and seasonal sets.
5. Team Leadership & Development: Engages and develops associates, provides coaching, mentoring, and succession planning, and leads cross-functional collaboration.

Leadership Expectations:

Respect the Individual: Foster a respectful, inclusive, and high-performing team environment. Promote diversity, support talent development, and build trusting relationships.

Acts with Integrity: Uphold the highest standards of ethics, compliance, and transparency. Support Walmart’s values and culture, including community engagement and sustainability initiatives.

Serve our Customers: Focus on business results with a customer-first mindset, leveraging data and insights to inform strategies and decisions.

Strive for Excellence: Continuously seek improvement, foster innovation, and encourage learning and resilience within the team.

Qualifications:

• College Certificate or Diploma
• 6-8 years of retail experience
• Knowledge of commodities and negotiation skills (asset)
• Experience leading projects and initiatives

Minimum Qualifications:

Age – 16 or older

Preferred Qualifications:

Optional, not listed explicitly.

Additional Information:

Walmart accommodates disability-related needs as required by law.

Location:

1940 Argentia Rd, Mississauga, ON L5N 1P9, Canada

Application:

If you are a Walmart associate, use the Find Jobs report in your Workday account to apply.