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Category Manager Home Computing and EntertainmentLondon Drugs Limited • Richmond, BC, CA
Category Manager Home Computing and Entertainment

Category Manager Home Computing and Entertainment

London Drugs Limited • Richmond, BC, CA
7 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description
Benefits:
  • Bonus based on performance
  • Employee discounts
  • Opportunity for advancement

Category Manager, Home Computing & Entertainment


Location: Richmond, BC (Head Office)
Employment Type: Full Time
Reports To: General Manager, Technology


London Drugs is a leading Canadian retailer known for innovation, strong community values, and exceptional customer experiences. With a proud promote‑from‑within culture, we offer an inclusive workplace where people are supported, challenged, and empowered to build meaningful careers.


About the Role


As Category Manager, Home Computing & Entertainment, you will lead category strategy, financial performance, and team development across a dynamic portfolio of technology and entertainment‑related products that enhance how customers work, learn, connect, and enjoy entertainment at home.


This is a leadership role requiring someone who can develop strategic category plans, build and mentor buying teams, and partner effectively with cross-functional stakeholders to achieve financial objectives and enhance the customer shopping experience.


What You’ll Do


Team Leadership & Development:


  • Lead and coach a team of Buyers responsible for category performance, assortments, and vendor management
  • Set performance objectives, support development, and build strong merchandising and financial capability
Drive Category Strategy & Performance:


  • Develop and execute category strategies that drive sales, margin, and competitive differentiation
  • Own category P&L, Open‑to‑Buy budgets, pricing strategies, and promotional investment
  • Analyze trends, customer insights, and performance to identify growth and optimization opportunities
Strengthen Vendor & Industry Partnerships:


  • Build strategic relationships with key vendors and brand partners
  • Negotiate agreements including cost structures, promotional funding, and program support
  • Attend major trade shows and industry events to stay current on industry trends, emerging brands, and new product opportunities
Deliver Merchandising Excellence


  • Establish assortment and brand strategies aligned to customer needs and financial goals
  • Partner with Space Planning, Marketing, Pricing, Supply Chain, and Store Operations to ensure strong execution
  • Influence senior leadership through data‑driven recommendations and clear communication
What You Bring


Required Experience


  • Proven experience leading retail categories with a track record of driving sales growth, margin improvement, and inventory performance
  • Strong category and product knowledge, with an understanding of customer needs, market trends, and competitive dynamics
  • Solid financial acumen, including experience managing category P&L, Open‑to‑Buy, pricing, and promotions
  • Demonstrated success negotiating with vendors and building effective, long‑term partnerships
  • Strong communication and presentation skills, with comfort engaging and influencing senior leadership
  • Strategic mindset with the ability to translate category vision into clear, executable plans
Preferred Experience


  • Experience in home computing, consumer electronics, or related categories
  • Cross‑functional collaboration with Merchandise Planning, Pricing, Space Planning, Marketing, and Supply Chain
  • Comfort working with retail analytics and data‑driven insights to support decision‑making
  • Experience within a multi‑store retail environment and exposure to both bricks‑and‑mortar and e‑commerce
Why Join London Drugs?


  • Inclusive Culture – respectful, supportive, and diverse
  • Career Growth – strong promote‑from‑within philosophy and leadership development
Comprehensive Benefits, including:
  • Medical, dental, prescription drug, and vision coverage
  • Company‑matched RRSP
  • Employee Discount Program
  • Health & wellness initiatives
  • Training, education programs, and scholarships
  • Employee and Family Assistance Program
Starting compensation will fall within the posted salary range and may vary based on experience, knowledge, and education.


Apply Today


If you’re a strategic merchandising leader looking to make an impact in Canadian retail, we’d love to hear from you.


London Drugs is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. We are committed to building a company that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be.


We will provide accommodations during the recruitment process upon request.


The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work applicable to this position and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required. Be advised, London Drugs DOES NOT use third party recruitment services.


London Drugs may collect, use, and/or disclose your personal information (including the information in this application) where it is reasonable for establishing, managing or terminating an employment relationship. This includes the use or disclosure of your personal information to persons inside or external to our organization, for the purpose of checking references or gathering other information to support an assessment of your candidacy.


To protect yourself, do not respond to unsolicited job offers from individuals or e-mail addresses, and never disclose any sensitive details about your identity (including personal or financial) to anyone you do not know or trust or on any unverified website, or website you do not trust.


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