Job Specifications
Location: Markham, Ontario
Job Description
What is the role?
The Category Analyst provides analysis and assisting in the introduction of new products and reviews, supporting all aspects of the administration of marketing/promotional activities and preparing store communications. The Category Analyst provides strong & effective exchange of information between Vendors, Marketing, Inventory Management, Visual Merchandising, all support groups and the stores. Success in this role will require a highly organized, detail-oriented, excellent communicator who can effectively collaborate cross-departmentally, who is solutions-oriented and who thrives in a high-tempo, dynamic and changing environment.
What will you do?
Manage all aspects of new item setup and item maintenance. This includes vendor data, life cycle and listing types, item descriptions, web info and appropriate duty classification & import permits are in place
Collect and complete New Product Listing forms
Generate reports concerning item performance and provides recommendations to Category Manager and Vendors concerning possible changes or improvements
Collaborate with Marketing & Category Manager to execute marketing/promotional activities e.g., promotional schedule, samples, fulfillment of vendor support agreements, shelf talkers and product imagery
Assist the Category Manager with evaluations of cost changes and review of cost change templates
Coordinate all levels of pricing with the Pricing Team, preparing cost change templates, promotional pricing and clearance pricing
In collaboration with Inventory Management, provides new product and promotional forecasting and solutions to service level/fill rate issues
Prepare store communications for new products, promotions and sales information
Coordinate product samples and content for the monthly store Call-to-Action
Assist in design and communication of planograms to store teams
Maintain image database
Complete and archive Purchase Agreements
Produce new product launch and product knowledge training presentations
Work cross functionally with web site team to ensure correct product content, copy and images
Handles vendor questions/issues/problems on an as needed basis
Perform general administration and other duties and projects as assigned
Review Monthly Obsolete, Write off, Red Sticker and Excess reports
What will you need to succeed?
Education and Experience
2-5 years supporting a purchasing/buying department, preferably in retail
Post Secondary education with a focus in Business/Retail or Marketing and Communications
Knowledge and Skills
Strong organizational skills plus sense of urgency
Very customer-service oriented
Attention to detail along with excellent follow-up skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to adapt to constant changes in priorities
Demonstrated strong knowledge and experience in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Professional manner, tact, diplomacy and discretion in dealing with vendors and colleagues, including Senior Management
Demonstrated strong knowledge and experience in Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint
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About the Company
As Canada's largest pet retailer, we're dedicated to strengthening the bond between Devoted Pet Lovers and their pets. From guiding new pet parents to creating a lifetime of memorable moments, love lives here(tm) in everything we do. With nearly 50 years of animal care expertise, Pet Valu has grown to a network of 800+ neighbourhood stores across Canada, delivering knowledgeable customer care and premium products to support every pet's journey. Our modern corporate office and state-of-the-art distribution centers allow us to...
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