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Associate Merchant, Baby Care

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Loblaw Companies Limited

Aug 9

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry, Junior & Mid Level
  • Brampton
  • Quick Apply

AI generated summary

  • You need a curious and entrepreneurial mindset, experience in retail or sales, strong analytical skills, and proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, plus the ability to influence and collaborate.
  • You will collaborate with teams, support Merchants in execution, manage data and inventory, analyze category performance, assist in financial activities, and engage with vendors and product evaluations.

Requirements

  • A curious, creative and entrepreneurial mindset.
  • Experience in Retail, Sales, Merchandising or knowledge of retail, financial or business processes preferred
  • Post-secondary education or equivalent experience.
  • Ability to influence without authority and collaborate productively with many diverse teams.
  • Experience using data and analytical skills to drive innovative insights.
  • Working experience using Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint and Teams and comfort working with various software platforms.

Responsibilities

  • Work collaboratively with various business units including Merchandising, Operations, Finance, Control Brands, Supply Chain, Loyalty, E-commerce, Marketing, Media and other divisions to achieve category objectives.
  • Build trusted relationships with category vendors and external partners.
  • Provide support to your Merchant(s) in promotional program execution, including data-entry, data-integrity management, flyer/digital/instore advertising accuracy, vendor income collection, inventory management, store communications and retail pricing.
  • Use data and analytics to provide your Merchant(s) and Category Director with insights on category performance and other ad-hoc inquiries as requested in a timely manner.
  • Support your Merchant(s) and/or Category Director in product assortment planning and coordinating seasonal planogram executions: including data-entry, data integrity management and ad-hoc reporting.
  • Support the Category Director in managing the financial activity of the category and collaborate with the Merchant(s), vendor(s) and finance team to investigate and resolve income inquiries.
  • Support vendors in navigating our onboarding, vendor transition and/or cost change processes.
  • Attend and participate in vendor program meetings and costing negotiations as well as participate in evaluating new private label products and/or platform innovations as requested.

FAQs

What is the primary focus of the Associate Merchant role?

The primary focus of the Associate Merchant role is to support both Super Market and Hard Discount Divisions in delivering great products and customer programs to over 400 grocery retail stores across Canada.

Who will the Associate Merchant report to?

The Associate Merchant will report to the Category Director and work closely with the Merchant(s).

What type of experience is preferred for this role?

Experience in Retail, Sales, Merchandising, or knowledge of retail, financial, or business processes is preferred for this role.

What skills are essential for the Associate Merchant position?

Essential skills for the Associate Merchant position include a curious, creative, entrepreneurial mindset, data analysis abilities, and experience using Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams.

Is a post-secondary education required for this job?

A post-secondary education or equivalent experience is required for this job.

What are the key responsibilities of the Associate Merchant?

Key responsibilities include collaborating with various business units, building relationships with vendors, supporting promotional program execution, using data and analytics for insights, and assisting in product assortment planning.

Is there support for diversity and inclusion in the workplace?

Yes, the company has a long-standing focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion, recognizing its importance for creating a better working environment.

What is the commitment of Loblaw Companies Limited in terms of sustainability?

Loblaw Companies Limited is committed to sustainability and social impact, focusing on three pillars: Environment, Sourcing, and Community.

Are candidates required to undergo a background check?

Yes, candidates who are 18 years or older are required to complete a criminal background check as part of the application process.

Can candidates request accommodations due to a disability?

Yes, candidates can make requests for accommodation due to disabilities at any stage of the application and employment process to ensure equitable opportunities.

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Loblaw Companies Limited

At Loblaw, we're developing innovative products and solutions. Our focus is on empowering Canadians to Live Life Well.

Retail & Consumer Goods
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1919
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Our Purpose – Live Life Well Loblaw Companies Limited is Canada’s food and pharmacy leader, the nation’s largest retailer, and the majority unit holder of Choice Properties Real Estate Investment Trust. Loblaw – and its portfolio of grocery, health and beauty, financial services and apparel businesses – provides Canadians with an unparalleled mix of value, assortment and convenience, and offers Canadians two of the country’s most recognized brands – President’s Choice and no name. The acquisition of Shoppers Drug Mart, along with the powerful Life Brand and Optimum brand, has only served to reinforce our leadership position in the marketplace. As well, our PC Plus program, omni-channel efforts and multicultural merchandising offerings continued to be points of differentiation for our customer experience. In 2019, Loblaw has been recognized as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers, Best Diversity Employers by Mediacorp Canada Inc.