Assistant Manager, Category Management

Loblaw Companies Limited•Toronto, ON

5d•CA$68,000 - CA$93,500

About The Position

PC Financial offers unprecedented value to Canadians through payment products. We're a different kind of bank with a different type of team—we’re collaborative and supportive and have the freedom and responsibility to thrive. Our purpose is to make the everyday simple and better for our customers, and we strive to make every dollar worth more. Proudly serving over 3 million customers, PC Financial continues to grow by offering payment solutions and services that reward our customers every day. As a subsidiary of Loblaws Company Inc., we share the CORE values of Care, Ownership, Respect and Excellence. We are dedicated to helping Canadians Live Life Well. Join us on our journey. Reporting to the Senior Category Manager, The Mobile Shop, the Assistant Manager, Category Management will support the planning, execution, and analysis of category initiatives across The Mobile Shop business. They will collaborate with key stakeholders including Marketing, Inventory, IT, Loblaw, Loss Prevention, and external partners to ensure pricing, promotions, products, and services are executed accurately and effectively. This individual will provide analytical support, market insights, and operational coordination to help drive sales performance, improve customer experience, and support strategic business objectives.

Requirements

Post-secondary education in Business, Marketing, Commerce, or a related field
1–3 years of experience in category management, retail merchandising, marketing, sales analysis, or a related business function
Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret sales and market data and provide actionable insights
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Excellent communication and relationship management skills
Experience working cross-functionally with multiple stakeholders
Ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a team environment

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of the wireless, consumer electronics, or retail industry is considered an asset

Responsibilities

Support the execution of category initiatives and promotional campaigns in partnership with Marketing, Inventory, IT, and other cross-functional teams
Ensure offers are accurately executed across all customer-facing channels, including digital and web platforms, with appropriate pricing, products, and services
Maintain and support the quarterly promotional and marketing calendar to ensure a consistent and competitive customer offering
Monitor and assess weekly promotional performance, identifying opportunities to improve effectiveness and competitiveness
Conduct regular competitive pricing reviews and market analysis to support pricing and promotional strategies
Build and maintain strong working relationships with internal stakeholders and external partners to support successful execution of business initiatives
Coordinate and communicate category updates, program changes, and key business information to relevant stakeholders and partners
Support the preparation of Monthly Business Reviews (MBRs), Quarterly Business Reviews (QBRs), and other ad hoc business presentations
Analyze daily, weekly, and monthly sales performance, providing actionable insights and recommendations to support business decisions
Conduct market research on industry trends, competitor activity, emerging products, services, and growth opportunities
Conduct regular store visits to assess execution, gather field feedback, and identify opportunities to improve performance and customer experience
Develop reporting and analytical tools to support category performance tracking and decision-making
Identify opportunities for process improvements, operational efficiencies, and business growth
Other projects as required