Category Assistant – Home Decor

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About the role

  • Category Assistant supporting home decor, housewares, and related category planning for Canadian retailer Giant Tiger. Coordinating merchandising, product approvals, forecasts, and vendor documentation.

Responsibilities

  • Execute administrative support for category planning activities, including assortment preparation, category reviews, and buying calendar administration
  • Execute promotional and merchandising administration, including go-to-market coordination, proofing, promotional entry, and support for category marketing initiatives
  • Prepare product documentation and share product information with cross-functional partners
  • Prepare vendor information and documentation for accurate product setup and package requirements
  • Coordinate product sample management and product approval processes for new or updated product launches
  • Complete sales forecasts and maintain category and competitive market data for category planning and business reporting
  • Coordinate the release and completion of package and return sheets to ensure required store information is received accurately and on time

Requirements

  • Business, Category Management, Buying, or Equivalent
  • 1-3 years related experience in assistant category management or retail buying
  • Ability to problem solve and make adjustments on simple issues
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
  • Willingness to learn, take on challenges, and work within a team
  • Understanding of retail mathematics related to sales, profitability, and inventory
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Time management, organization, and prioritization skills
  • Love for product and passion for the Giant Tiger customer
  • Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, specifically proficiency in Excel
  • Bilingual English and French is an asset
  • Financial acumen is an asset
  • Must be legally authorized to work in Canada and maintain authorization for the duration of employment
  • Giant Tiger does not sponsor work permits

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation
  • Company contribution of 6% of annual earnings to a Deferred Profit Sharing Plan for permanent, full-time employees
  • Flexible, cost-shared health and dental benefits available on hire
  • Annual paid time off, including personal and vacation days
  • Additional paid holiday time between Christmas and New Year’s
  • Coaching, training, and career development support
  • Store discount
  • Parental leave salary top-up
  • Recognition program with monetary rewards and other perks
  • Safety first environment

Job title

Job type

Full Time

Experience level

Junior

Salary

CA$51,600 - CA$77,500 per year

Degree requirement

No Education Requirement

Location requirements

HybridOttawaCanada

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