Merchandising Specialist - Canada

HD Supply Canada Inc; Toronto; On-site; CAD 48,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

HD Supply Canada is seeking a driven merchandising professional to collaborate with Associate Merchants on product selections and assortment optimization using data and financial projections. The role supports supplier strategy execution and category business performance.

The candidate will negotiate pricing, maintain SKUs, and coordinate with design and marketing teams to ensure accurate catalog presentation and advertising. Some travel may be required.

Qualifications

• 0–2 years of experience in a related field
• BS/BA in a related discipline required
• Strong numerical and analytical skills
• Ability to negotiate with suppliers and vendors

Responsibilities

• Selects, negotiates, and prices for out stock or specialized merchandise
• Selects, negotiates and determines price points for smaller vendors
• Conducts vendor meetings and negotiations
• Maintains all SKU information
• Liquidates discontinued merchandise
• Determines visual representation for catalog, mailers, and other marketing materials
• Seeks out new products and writes ads
• Reviews design revisions and aids pagination
• Restocks replacement products or recommends replacements
• Reviews competitive market data for assigned categories

Skills

Data analysis

Vendor negotiations

Pricing

Merchandising

Communication

Education

BS/BA in related discipline

Tools

Excel

Job description

Job Summary

Responsible for working with Associate Merchants to select items for product lines for review; optimize assortment using data and financial projections. Work with the respective merchandising team to implement the appropriate supplier strategy. Responsible for category business dollars.

Major Tasks, Responsibilities, and Key Accountabilities

• Selects, negotiates, and prices for out stock or specialized merchandise.
• Selects, negotiates and determines price points for smaller vendors.
• Conducts/facilitates vendor meetings and negotiations.
• Maintains all SKU information.
• Liquidates discontinued merchandise.
• Determines visual representation for catalog, mailers, and other marketing mediums.
• Seeks out new products, writing new ads, and correcting ads.
• Reviews the revisions from the Design team, verifies pricing is correct, and aids in pagination.
• Restocks replacement products and/or makes recommendations on replacement products.
• Reviews competitive market data for assigned categories.

Nature and Scope

Works in compliance with established procedures and/or protocols. Identifies and resolves readily identifiable, clearly defined problems. Demonstrates skill in data analysis and techniques by resolving missing/incomplete information and inconsistencies/anomalies in routine research/data.

Nature of work requires general supervision; exercises judgment. May be paired with a mentor. Work typically involves regular process checks or review of output by a coworker and/or supervisor. May provide general guidance/direction to or train junior level support personnel.

Work Environment

Located in a comfortable indoor area. Any unpleasant conditions would be infrequent and not objectionable. Most of the time is spent sitting in a comfortable position and there is frequent opportunity to move about. On rare occasions there may be a need to move or lift light articles. Typically requires overnight travel less than 10% of the time.

Education and Experience

Typically requires BS/BA in a related discipline. Certification may be required in some areas. Generally 0-2 years of experience in a related field OR MS/MA and generally 0-1 year of experience in a related field.

Pay Range (Ontario)

Pay Range: $47,600.00-$59,400.00 Annual

Position Vacancy

This job posting is for an existing vacancy

A.I. Disclosure

HD Supply Canada does not use Artificial Intelligence to Screen, Assess or Select Candidates.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Our Goals for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion We are committed to creating a culture that promotes equity, respect, and advocacy for every HD Supply associate. We value the diversity of our people.

Equal Employment Opportunity HD Supply Canada is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. HD Supply Canada is dedicated to providing an accessible and inclusive environment for all applicants. If you require an accommodation during the application process, please email [e-mail] and include the position you are applying for. This email address is reserved solely for accommodation requests; other inquires will not be addressed.

About HD Supply

At HD Supply, we believe that our core purpose is to improve our associates’ lives and equip them with the tools needed to provide exceptional customer experiences every day. As one of the largest industrial distributors in North America, we enable our customers’ success by consistently delivering what they need, where and when they need it. HD SUPPLY has more than 80 years of experience supporting our customers with leadership positions in the maintenance, repair and operations (MRO). With 44 distribution centers spread across 25 states and two Canadian provinces, HD Supply provides an expansive offering of approximately 200,000 SKUs featuring high-quality, name-brand and proprietary products– all at competitive prices. Combine this with our industry‑leading, value‑add services – including localized jobsite delivery, will-call and direct‑ship options, diversified logistics and innovative solutions – and you can see why our more than 300,000 customers continue to trust HD Supply as their first choice supplier for getting the job done.