Position Title: Category Manager Administration Division: Food Basics Merchandising (80201542) Department: Stores Operations The typical salary range for this position is $90 240.00 - $124 080.00 annually. The base salary offered will be determined based on the candidate’s job-related knowledge, skills, education, experience, and internal equity considerations. This posting is for an current temporary position until October 1, 2027 Flexible schedule to promote work/life balance Telecommuting in hybrid mode The Category Manager is responsible for managing the assigned category of products including profitability, sales, advertising, category planning, vendor negotiations, SKU selection, and customer service (stores and retail consumers).

Develop sales and promotional strategies including advertising layout, theme events, seasonal opportunities and in-store demonstrations in order to achieve category targets. Leads layout planning meetings with Merchandising and Operations VP's and DM's/Directors.

Utilizes

Spectra demographic research and internal sales data to steer strategy on a store by store basis. Accountable for meeting overall strategy and implementation. Implement overall strategies for initiatives and set retail objectives for category.

Comply with corporate and regional guidelines. Set objectives to meet overall sales and profit targets. regarding merchandising, marketing, assortment, pricing and promotions and use findings to support continuous improvement and innovation in the category.



Conduct biweekly competitive store visits to gain first hand insight.

Modify category plans as needed to be responsive to customer needs. Maintain contact with Store Managers, Merchandisers, Inventory Managers, and others to answer questions or resolve issues regarding products or services in assigned business initiatives. Monitor market conditions that impact categories within the complete retail marketing place.

College

Diploma or University degree in business related field ~5-7 years of retail experience (preferably within a management role) within the grocery industry ~ Intermediate to Advanced level knowledge of MS office - Outlook, Word, Excel ~ Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills ~ Occasional travel required In compliance with Ontario's Employment Standards Act (Bill 149), we disclose that METRO and certain third-party job boards we use incorporate artificial intelligence (AI) technology to assist in screening, assessing, or selecting applicants for positions. The use of AI helps us efficiently review the large volume of applications we receive, ensuring that every candidate's profile is considered promptly and consistently. At no stage does AI determine recruitment outcomes.

METRO is committed to providing an inclusive work environment that reflects the communities we serve. The company values, respects and relies on the diversity of backgrounds, experiences, and points of view because it allows us to innovate, make better decisions and better understand our customers.

📌 Senior Category Manager (Toronto)
🏢 Food Basics
📍 Toronto