Not specified; performance bonuses available; heal...
On-site
Retail management experience
Merchandising and purchasing skills
Microsoft excel proficiency
Staples Canada is seeking a Category Specialist for a 6-month contract in Richmond Hill, responsible for achieving sales and gross margin targets while collaborating with various teams to develop product assortments, pricing, and promotions. The role requires a post-secondary diploma in retail management or equivalent experience, along with 1-3 years in retail, merchandising, or purchasing
Job Summary
This role is accountable for meeting financial sales and gross margin targets while driving sustained growth.
The specialist will partner with the Category Manager to build channel-relevant assortments using analytics and market trends.
Candidates will receive associate discounts, health and dental benefits, and performance bonuses as part of the compensation package.
Matching Summary
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Staples Canada is seeking a Category Specialist for a 6-month contract in Richmond Hill, responsible for achieving sales and gross margin targets while collaborating with various teams to develop product assortments, pricing, and promotions. The role requires a post-secondary diploma in retail management or equivalent experience, along with 1-3 years in retail, merchandising, or purchasing.
Salary
Not specified; Performance bonuses available; Health and Dental benefits included
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
retail management experience
merchandising and purchasing skills
Microsoft Excel proficiency
Nice-to-have
strong analytical capabilities
vendor relationship building
fast-paced environment adaptability
Key Requirements
Post secondary diploma in retail management or equivalent
1-3 years of retail management or merchandising experience
Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Access recommended