Manager, Strategic Sourcing – Merchandising

Please note that:

• Our Hybrid Workplace Policy establishes that associates need to have a reliable transportation to and from our corporate head office located in Boucherville (Quebec), to come to the office on a regular basis.
• We require all our head office associates to be proficient in French, spoken and written.

At RONA, over 26,000 employees let their passion blossom every day. Our teams are driven by the desire to help people bring their projects to life and are committed to making a difference in the communities we serve.

We operate or service some 450 corporate and affiliated dealer stores. With a distinctive product and service offering and complementary store formats ranging from neighbourhood hardware stores to big box stores, our RONA, Lowe’s, Reno-Depot, and Dick’s Lumber banners are always looking for dedicated employees to help meet the needs of all DIYers and contractors.

You’ve got the talent? We’ve got the tools! Here, your work and ideas will contribute to building a flourishing organization. Your voice will always be heard and valued. You’ll find career opportunities that live up to your ambitions and be able to further develop your unique set of skills.

So if you’re looking to do what you love, we could be perfect for each other.

Our expectations

Reporting to the Merchandising Transformation Lead, the Manager, Cost Management is responsible for developing and facilitating execution of best practice tools and approaches to enable the Merchandising team to optimize product cost and realize category performance goals. The Manager uses merchandising experience, as well as analytical and problem-solving skills to act as an internal consultant to the merchants in sourcing events and day-to-day cost management.

Your role

• Maintain strong business relationships with key stakeholders
• Lead the product cost planning and support execution as part of the Product Line Reviews. Advise on the best approach to sourcing based on the assortment strategy and support the merchants to execute the selected approach
• Define and manage standard sourcing processes, including the RFQ process
• Partner with the merchants to identify target product costs and support negotiations with suppliers as part of annual planning processes (e.g., Product Line Review) or day-to-day negotiations (e.g., product cost increase proposals)
• Lead execution of product bids (RFQs), including creating scope documents, supporting vendor communications and managing the project plan
• Analyze cost proposals and make recommendations

The Qualifications We Are Looking For

• Experience in negotiation (preferred)
• Our Hybrid Workplace Policy establishes that associates need to have a reliable transportation to and from our corporate head office located in Boucherville (Quebec), to come to the office on a regular basis.
• Bachelor’s degree in business administration or finance, or equivalent
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to operate in ambiguity
• Merchandising or procurement experience
• Strong communication and organization skills
• Strong proficiency in Excel and proficiency in PowerPoint
• Demonstrated experience working cross-functionally and building relationships
• We require all our head office associates to be proficient in French, spoken and written.

By joining the RONA family, you’ll enjoy many benefits, such as:

• Benefits: retirement savings plan, annual bonuses, student incentive program, etc.
• A fitness centre, sports activities, and showers
• Career growth opportunities within the company
• Electric car charging stations
• Promotion of work-life balance
• An employer that’s involved in the community
• A childcare centre that can accommodate up to 78 children
• And much more!
• An inclusive and safe working environment
• Exclusive employee discounts, plus a 10% discount on store merchandise (at all RONA locations)
• A cafeteria with a delicious menu prepared by a dedicated chef, healthy options, as well as FARO Roasting Houses and Tim Hortons coffee stations

The masculine generic is used without discrimination and only in order to simplify the text. RONA is committed to encouraging diversity and inclusion. We are pleased to consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of race, colour, religion, sexual orientation, gender, nationality, age, disability, or any other status protected by law.