Category Assistant - Grocery

About this Opportunity

Recognized as an Employer of Choice in the National Capital Region, Giant Tiger’s Home Office provides a dynamic work environment with many opportunities for a fulfilling career. We are a Canadian owned and operated retailer (and proud of it!), with a strong commitment to the community, and over 50 years of success. If you are looking for a challenging and stimulating career, Giant Tiger may be right for you. We believe in opportunities for growth & development, teamwork, and engagement.

This position is an ideal opportunity for you to further develop your career within the retail sector. Your ability to work with and analyze reports will enable you to monitor store level merchandising and marketing of goods, and provide information and recommendations on specific items/categories/programs to help improve execution of documented strategies and advertising programs. Your recent experience using Microsoft Excel will allow you to manage sales data and inventory levels efficiently and accurately. Interacting with all levels of the organization will come with ease to you as you have strong communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team as well as independently.

Highlights

• Maintain advertised item database and ensure integrity;
• Prepare category reports to conduct analysis of category;
• Process store repeat orders and return to warehouse requests;
• Communicate and monitor SKU/category strategies;
• Monitor results and sales trends;
• Proofread flyer drafts.
• Place purchase orders for deal items and seasonal items;
• Monitor store level damages/shrink reports and action where necessary;
• Maintain planograms, prepare documents for full analysis, and discuss recommendations with Buyer;
• Monitor and maintain warehouse inventory levels;
• Source and supply product samples for flyer and signage;

Key Qualifications

• Experience working with reports and making suggestions/recommendations based on available data;
• Strong communication skills to be able to interact with all levels of the organization;
• Bilingual (English/French) an asset.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in retail;
• Enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, and able to prioritize and multi-task;
• Post-secondary education in business administration (or related program);
• Strong analytical skills;
• Strong computer skills: Intermediate Excel a must, and working knowledge of AS/400 system an asset;
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team;
• Strong organizational skills;

Giant Tiger is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fair and accessible employment procedures. Accommodation is available upon request for applicants and employees with disabilities.

Giant Tiger is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fair employment practices.

Are you are interested in this position but don’t yet meet all the criteria? We want you to apply anyway!

During our recruitment process we are looking for an incumbent that will not only learn and grow in the role, but also contribute to our diverse, equal and inclusive culture.

If you require accommodation during your pursuit of a role at Giant Tiger please contact [email protected].