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Category Specialist - 6 Month Contract Opportunity
Location:
Vernon, BC
Description:
CATEGORY SPECIALIST - 6 Month Contract We are seeking a Category Specialist to support our Corporate Purchasing team located in Vernon, BC for a contract term of 6 months. The Category Specialist is responsible for providing administrative and analytical support to the Category Manager(s). Success will come from developing relationships with our brand, broker and distributor partners as well as our internal store department teams. Challenging the status quo will be essential in increasing our department sales, capitalizing on gross margin opportunities, and supporting the Category Manager(s) with strategically growing their business. Maybe you have been working on the brand or distributor side of the Consumer Packaged Goods ("CPG") world and you have been looking for the opportunity to make the shift to more execution focused retail side or perhaps you are an accountant looking for a creative way to employ your data and analysis skills...then this may just be the role for you! PERKS: Competitive wages with a range from $50,000 - $60,000 annually Salary will be prorated to the 6 month opportunity Up to 25% store discount Education allowance Free swag (products, food, clothing + more) Share in some laughs, air high-fives, and fun each day WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING: Data Administration Maintenance of tax treatment and updating of deposits & eco fees Price List/MAP Maintenance-ensure that cost change notifications are received at least 90 days prior to effective date, taking blackout period into consideration Trouble shoot and problem solve for Category Manager(s) Price & Cost Changes-process cost change forms submitted by vendors. Send to category manager for review and finalization Participate in department conference calls, send out agendas and recap notes after the call. General administration, including but not limited to: New Item listing Delisting/Discontinued items Description Changes Vendor changes UPC Maintenance Item Data Maintenance Broker Maintenance Vendor Maintenance Analysis Gather and analyze data within systems to support department on determining trends, understanding successes and challenges and supporting decision making for new listings and delists Review gross margin targets and identify opportunities and challenges, providing insights on next steps. Submit reports and prepare proposals as required by Category Manager(s) Sales & Promotions Review efficacy of promotions through flyer reporting and provide analysis to Category Manager(s) Assist with ensuring special promotional material is provided within assigned deadlines REQUIREMENTS: Business certificate program or related education required Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a related role Experience using ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) systems, such as LOC Store Management System (SMS), considered a strong asset Experience participating in a new system implementation considered an asset Comprehensive knowledge of MS Office Suite (Advanced Excel required. Experience using PowerBI a strong asset.) Strong analytical skills with experience collecting, organizing, analyzing and disseminating abundant information with accuracy Exceptional verbal and written communication skills YOU CHECK ALL THE BOXES IF: You have an entrepreneurial spirit Excel spreadsheets, sales reports and standardizing processes (all on repeat!) is your jam You are open to new ideas or challenges that may come your way You can easily adapt to shifting priorities and managing multiple priorities You pride yourself on your communication skills that are based on an open, collaborative and solution-focused mindset Put your passion into work that matters with a growing, BC-based company committed to be a better company for our customers, our employees, and the planet. We’ll surround you with a great team and a supportive learning environment where you can grow and thrive. Nature's Fare Markets is an equal opportunity employer and as such we strive to foster a workplace where individual differences are recognized, appreciated, and respected. Apply online today! Powered by JazzHR
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Nature's Fare Markets
Posted:
May 10 on The Resumator
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