Lead retail category strategy at Loblaw Companies Limited, using financial acumen and merchandising expertise to shape programs across Canadian retail formats.The Category Director owns financial targets across assigned categories and partners with Format Category Teams. This leadership role guides assortment, space, pricing, promotions, vendor management, and merchandising direction. It also coaches direct reports while coordinating with Marketing, Finance, Brands, Operations, Promotions and Allocations, and vendors.Key Responsibilities:

Build category programs with Format Category TeamsMeet sales, market share, shrink, and EBIT targetsDevelop assortment, buying, pricing, and promotion plansCommunicate merchandising direction across retail formatsCoach, mentor, and develop direct reportsRequirements:

Five to seven years in marketing, merchandising, or pricingStrong financial acumen and P&L; management experienceExcellent communication across the enterpriseCustomer-focused decision-making and market understandingPost-secondary education or equivalent experienceApply category leadership, financial management, and merchandising expertise to advance Loblaw’s retail objectives across assigned categories.

📌 Retail Category Director Merchandising (Winnipeg)
🏢 Loblaw
📍 Winnipeg