What you’ll doReporting to the Associate Vice President, Automotive Maintenance, Care & Accessories , the Category Business Manager (CBM) is accountable for delivering the financial and strategic plans for the Auto Cleaning categories.
This role is responsible for developing and executing assortment, pricing, promotion, and vendor strategies that drive profitable growth, strengthen Canadian Tire Retail’s competitive position, and deliver compelling value to our customers. The CBM plays a critical role in translating customer insights and market trends into actionable category strategies while ensuring strong execution across stores and digital channels.
This chance will appeal to a leader who is energized by complexity, enjoys solving ambiguous problems, and brings an intrapreneurial mindset to advancing our automotive strategy.
Own the delivery of the financial plans of the assigned categories, including sales, shipments, margin, and inventory turnsDevelop and execute 3-year category strategies aligned to CTR’s automotive vision and enterprise strategic prioritiesLead assortment architecture, lifecycle management, and innovation pipelines across national brands, exclusive brands, and private labelEstablish and execute pricing and promotional strategies that balance competitiveness, margin delivery, and customer valueAct as the subject matter expert for Autoshop Equipment, Auto Electronics, and Oil Change & Fuel Accessories, with a deep understanding of: Consumer needs and usage occasions, Competitive landscape and market trends and Store execution requirements and operational constraintsBuild and maintain strategic vendor partnerships, including negotiations, line reviews, joint business planning, and issue resolutionPartner cross-functionally with: Inventory & Forecasting, Marketing & Promo Planning, Digital & eCommerce,



Supply Chain & Quality and Store OperationsTranslate customer and market insights into clear, executable plans that improve in-store and online experiencesLead and develop CBAs and cross-functional partners through strong coaching, prioritization, and performance managementWhat you bring5 years in Category Management experience and/or progressive growth in a relevant cross functional roleDemonstrated ability to develop and execute business plans and initiatives that will achieve financial performance and operational targetsStrong business acumen skills; demonstrated expertise of retail marketing, consumer trends, and inventory managementAbsolute commitment to delivering consumer-focused initiatives; possess superior innovation management skillsStrong people management skills with demonstrated ability to develop othersSuperior leadership skills and presence; highly developed sense of accountability, passion and track record for delivering resultsHighly effective interpersonal and communication skills; regularly influences and persuades key stakeholdersPost-secondary education or equivalent experienceAbility to travel 2
- 4 weeks per yearBroadband Salary Range: $79,000 – $131,000 CAD.
Our typical hiring range is between $81,000.00
- $120,000.00 CAD Annual. Salary decisions are also dependent on other factors such as your experience, job-related knowledge, skills and competencies, market location, industry benchmarks,



internal equity and other role-specific requirements.
This posting represents an existing vacancy within our organization.
We may use artificial intelligence tools as part of our recruitment process to assist in the initial screening of resumes. All hiring decisions, including candidate evaluation, selection, and disposition, are made by human recruiters.

About Us
Canadian Tire Corporation, Limited (“CTC”) is one of Canada’s most admired and trusted companies. With more than 90 Owned Brands, over 1,600 retail locations, financial services, exemplary e-commerce capabilities, and exciting market-leading merchandising strategies. We dream big and work as one to innovate with purpose for our customers at every level of our business, investing in new technologies and products, and doubling down on top talent to drive the company forward.

We offer
competitive salaries and wages to CTC employees, as well as store discounts, supported learning through our Triangle Learning Academy, Canadian Tire Profit Sharing, and retirement and savings programs for eligible employees. As part of our enhanced flex benefits program,

we offer
mental health benefits in the amount of $5,000 per year for benefits-eligible employees and their families, including total well-being, and mental health tools and resources for all employees. Join us in helping to make life in Canada better through living and working our Core Values: we are innovators and entrepreneurs at our core, outcomes drive us, inclusion is a must, we are stronger together and we take personal responsibility. It is an especially exciting time to join CTC and its family of companies where career opportunities are wide-ranging Join us, where the

📌 Category Business Manager (Toronto)
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📍 Toronto