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Toronto ON M5A 4J5
Ph. (416) 364-9919
Fax (416) 364-0100
www.argentus.com
SUPPLY CHAIN | PROCUREMENT | RETAIL | BUSINESS TRANSFORMATION | OPERATIONS
Reporting to VP, the Category Manager will support developing and implementing category strategies to drive sales
and growth for categories.
The Category Manager will oversee a staff of 3 and be responsible for the following:
• Recommend and support development of category strategies for all elements of the merchandising mix,
• Recommend and establish pricing policies
• Determine and maintain optimal product mix for Planograms,
• Conduct analysis of AC Nielsen data to measure brand trends
• Oversee the effective development and execution of planograms on an annual and interim basis to ensure product
mix and shelf placement are optimal
• Constantly review and follow critical path schedules for promotional flyers and special event programs
• Manage the profitability of category sales for corporate stores nationally
• Oversee editing of promotional flyers and make appropriate changes
• Liaise with 3PL provider to ensure all products and pricing arrangements are accurate
• Schedule monthly in-store promotions for all retail banners
Experience requirements:
• University Degree.
• 2 years relevant cosmetic experience.
• Strong business acumen
• Superior organizational skills.
• Strong leadership, coaching and mentoring skills
• Excellent strategic planning and negotiation skills.