Merchandising Manager, Nature's Treasure

myview; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Loblaw Companies Limited is seeking a Merchandising Manager to support the Nature's Treasure division. This role focuses on developing merchandising strategies, planning promotions, and driving sales and profit while managing franchisee relationships across Ontario.

The position requires retail management experience, strong analytical skills, and the ability to lead teams in a fast-paced retail environment. Travel within Ontario is expected; evening/weekend availability may be necessary.

Qualifications

• Retail management experience.
• Excellent problem solving, communication, interpersonal and team-building skills.
• Minimum 3 years managerial experience.
• RHN certification required.
• Merchandising and operations experience in Nature's Treasure would be an asset.
• Ability to develop and execute short and long term plans in line with corporate strategy.
• Excellent Communication skills.
• Willingness to follow a flexible work schedule, including evenings and weekends.
• Must be adaptable to work in a rapidly changing environment.
• Must have knowledge of the collective agreement, Health and Safety policies, practices, and laws.
• Computer skills - Microsoft Word, Excel, Teams, and Outlook (e-mail).
• Working knowledge of JDA, JPA, SAP, NIQ and Microstrategy an asset

Responsibilities

• Develop action/business plans for stores based on P&L to increase sales.
• Provide input to manage ad themes/planning calendar.
• Plan item selection for weekly flyer and seasonal promotions.
• Review ad orders to meet targets.
• Manage weekly merchandising communications to stores.
• Provide layout input to advertising during flyer development.
• Ensure ad flyer proofs are administered.
• Provide financial roll-ups on promotion programs.
• Responsible for assortment decisions and planogram adjustments per category.
• Guidance to Franchisees and department managers on performance and standards.
• Analyze department performance and address gaps with action plans.
• Collaborate on customer complaints and requests for new products.
• Resolve vendor credits and internal conflicts as needed.
• Assist with new store openings and refurbishments.
• Other duties as required.

Skills

Problem solving

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Team building

Time management

Attention to detail

Independent working

Education

RHN certification

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Teams

Outlook

JDA

JPA

SAP

NIQ

Microstrategy

Job description

Come make your difference in communities across Canada, where authenticity, trust and making connections is valued - as we shape the future of Canadian retail, together. Our unique position as one of the country's largest employers, coupled with our commitment to positively impact the lives of all Canadians, provides our colleagues a range of opportunities and experiences to help Canadians Live Life Well®.

At Loblaw Companies Limited, we succeed through collaboration and commitment and set a high bar for ourselves and those around us. Whether you are just starting your career, re-entering the workforce, or looking for a new job, this is where you belong.

Role Mandate

The Merchandising Manager is a pivotal role which provides required support to the Senior Merchandising Manager, Nature's Treasure, Director of Merchandising and Franchisees to develop and maintain merchandising strategies to meet organizational objectives. Effective management of all merchandising to ensure great execution on both merchandising standards in order to achieve growth in sales, profit, and market share.

Accountabilities

• Develop action/business plans for stores based on P & L to increase sales and department contributions and meet/exceed budget targets.
• Provide input to manage ad themes/planning calendar
• Plan item selection for weekly flyer and seasonal promotional activity meeting financial targets
• Review ad orders from stores to ensure sales/profit targets will be met
• Manage weekly merchandising related communication to stores
• Provide creative and layout input to advertising during flyer development
• Ensure ad flyer proofing process is administered
• Provide financial roll-ups to the business on the promotional programs
• Responsible for assortment decisions and planogram adjustments within specific categories, while adhering to company standards
• Provide guidance to Franchisees and department managers. This would include providing feedback of performance and areas for improvement and development, assist with setting specific department standards, specifications
• Required to analyze department performance and provide feedback. Develop action plans to address any gaps in performance or procedure. Follow up with key stakeholders on prior feedback/action plans in order to ensure continuous department improvement.
• Work with others on customer complaints and requests for new products to ensure high levels of customer service.
• As required, help resolve external issues such as vendor credits and internal issues such and interpersonal conflicts.
• As required, assist with new store openings and refurbishments.
• Other duties as required.

Education and Experience

• Retail management experience.
• Excellent problem solving, communication, interpersonal and team-building skills.
• Minimum 3 years managerial experience.
• An RHN or equivalent certification (required)
• Merchandising and operations experience in Nature's Treasure would be an asset.
• Ability to develop and execute short and long term plans in line with corporate strategy.
• Excellent Communication skills.
• Willingness to follow a flexible work schedule, including evenings and weekends.
• Must be adaptable to work in a rapidly changing environment.
• Must have knowledge of the collective agreement, Health and Safety policies, practices, and laws.
• Computer skills - Microsoft Word, Excel, Teams, and Outlook (e-mail).
• Working knowledge of JDA, JPA, SAP, NIQ and Microstrategy an asset

Key Competencies

• Valid Ontario driver license with the ability to travel within Ontario to support store functions.
• Strong problem-solving skills including experience formulating and executing action plans.
• Must possess good people skills, communication skills (both verbal and written).
• Superior customer relations skills and a strong sense of professionalism.
• Demonstrated time management skills with the ability to multitask.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and achieve results.
• Customer focused and able to nurture positive customer relationships.
• Highly organized and has a high degree of attention to detail.

Our commitment to Sustainability and Social Impact is an essential part of the way we do business, and we focus our attention on areas where we can have the greatest impact. Our approach to sustainability and social impact is based on three pillars - Environment, Sourcing and Community - and we are constantly looking for ways to demonstrate leadership in these important areas. Our CORE Values - Care, Ownership, Respect and Excellence - guide all our decision-making and come to life through our Blue Culture. We offer our colleagues progressive careers, comprehensive training, flexibility, and other competitive benefits - these are some of the many reasons why we are one of Canada's Top Employers, Canada's Best Diversity Employers, Canada's Greenest Employers & Canada's Top Employers for Young People.