we’re a proud community dedicated to supporting Canadian Armed Forces members, veterans and their families in their daily lives. We carefully curate and provide programs and services designed to meet their unique needs and enhance their mental, social, physical, financial and familial well-being. CFMWS employees deliver programs and services including recreation, sports and fitness programs, customized financial services, retail services, access to retail savings and discounts and offers family support and organizes charity events.

We constantly seek new ideas and creative ways to deliver the best possible programs and services. THE ROLE Under the direction of the Senior Manager Category, the Assistant Category Manager provides support with planning, organizing, managing and evaluating the purchasing, retail pricing, and promotion of assigned categories and departments. They provide assistance with the implementation of assortment, allocation, space and replenishment strategies for assigned categories and departments.

The Assistant Category

Manager assists in the management of vendor relationships and negotiations, with the procurement of products and the handling of item creation and purchasing, including but not limited to payment terms, shipping and delivery, rebates, advertising, cost and retail pricing. They implement category strategies based on customer needs, industry trends, competition and financial goals, including sales and gross profit. College diploma in business administration, commerce, economics, buying and merchandising, or related field,



AND several years of experience in retail including supervision and/or management In managing projects In planning and conducting presentations In the delivery of marketing and promotional programs for retail products and/or services In applying policies and procedures for merchandise and services In developing marketing and promotional strategies In using inventory information software In inventory management and purchasing In data manipulation In creating, updating and maintaining products information in POS systems In accounts payable LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS English or French Essential, Bilingual (English and French) an asset Writing: BENEFITS AVAILABLE Health Benefits: Drug coverage, healthcare spending account, virtual care (telemedicine), Employee and Family Assistance Program, mental health support, travel insurance, dental, vision, life insurance and disability insurance.

Flexible work options and a wide range of paid/unpaid leave, including paid vacation, family related leave and personal days.

Retirement Planning: A Defined Benefit Pension Plan and Group Savings Plans.

Tuition Reimbursement

Program, online learning opportunities including a LinkedIn Learning subscription and second language training. OTHER INFORMATION This is a hybrid position with an assigned work location allowing the employee to work partly from a corporate office and partly from a home office in accordance with the CFMWS Versatile Work Options Policy, and with approval from the direct manager. INCLUSION AND ACCOMMODATION CFMWS is committed to providing an inclusive, equitable and accessible environment, where all employees feel valued, respected and supported.

We welcome applications from all qualified candidates who can help us build a workforce that reflects the diversity of Canadian society.

📌 Stagiaire Assistant.e Category Manager FOOD F/H (Canada)
🏢 Canadian Forces Morale and Welfare Services - CFMWS
📍 Canada