Category Management DirectorAdecco Canada • North York, Ontario, Canada

Category Management Director

Adecco Canada • North York, Ontario, Canada

2 days ago

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Job description

Adecco is currently hiring a full-time strategic, growth-driven Category Management Director to lead the development and execution of category strategies that drive market expansion, enhance customer partnerships, and strengthen our client's competitive position in the Canadian retail landscape. This role leads managers, develops long-term category strategies, and partners cross-functionally to strengthen retail execution, category leadership, and customer engagement. If you're a strategic leader passionate about category growth and retail excellence, apply now!

Pay Rate : 140,000 CAD annually +Bonus
Location : North York, ON
Schedule : Monday-Friday | 8 : 30am-5 : 00pm (Hybrid)
Job type : Temporary | Full-time | 6 Months Contract (possibility of extension)
Vacancy Status : This posting is for an existing vacancy .

Here's why you should apply :

Paid weekly accurate and on time

Strong health and safety programs

Medical and dental benefits once qualified

Free training programs

New and quicker onboarding process

Responsibilities :

Lead and develop Category Management Managers; optimize team structure and performance.

Build and execute client's category growth strategy using DSMP fundamentals.

Collaborate with Consumer & Shopper Insights to create insight-driven category plans.

Develop 1-, 3-, and 5-year strategic roadmaps for Category Management.

Translate insights into actionable selling stories and commercial initiatives.

Partner with Field Sales, Trade Marketing, and Marketing to align KPIs and drive growth.

Analyze category, shopper, and competitive data to identify new opportunities.

Build strong relationships with retail buyers and category teams.

Lead Category & Channel Development to deliver customer-specific strategies.

Oversee shelving, assortment, data integration, and category management tools.

Support product launches with category-based selling stories.

Manage and maximize syndicated data and shopper insight platforms.

Recruit, coach, and develop a high-performing team.

Qualifications :

Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Marketing, or related field.

8-15 years of relevant experience in CPG or retail category management.

Strong knowledge of the Canadian retail landscape.

Experience leading teams and managing budgets.

Proficiency with syndicated data, space management software, and category management tools.

Understanding of commercial processes, customer business teams, and best-in-class practices.

Strong analytical, strategic thinking, and communication skills.

Advanced Excel, PowerPoint, and Word skills.

Mu st be legally eligible to work, and reside in Canada

Are you interested in this position? Apply now! Our dynamic team of recruiters will reach out if you qualify for this role.

At Adecco our purpose is simple : to make the future work for everyone. We live our values, Passion, Collaboration, Inclusion, Courage, and Customers at Heart, by fostering a workplace where diversity is celebrated and every voice matters. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and identities. Together, we're making the future work for everyone.

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