Assistant Category Manager - Fredericton, Canada - New Brunswick Liquor Co

New Brunswick Liquor Co

Verified Company

Fredericton, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Assistant Category Manager - Refreshments

Essential information

Title:
Assistant Category Manager - Refreshments

Location:
Retail Operations Centre (ROC) 170 Wilsey Road, Fredericton, N.B.

Language requirement:
Written and spoken competency in English, bilingualism is an asset

What will you be doing?

Reporting to the Category Manager - Refreshments, the Assistant Category Manager - Refreshments will work closely with the team to manage and optimize ANBL's refreshments portfolio, merchandizing strategy, and marketing initiatives.

They ensure the best products, prices, and placement in our retail stores, and assist with competitive analysis, forecasting, and promotional planning.

Additional responsibilities include:

Maintaining the product portfolio, including listing and delisting recommendations, and monitoring sales targets
Implementing and enhancing the Category and Portfolio Plan
Analyzing and reporting on category data to identify and capitalize on opportunities
Sourcing products and reviewing portfolio performance with vendors
Developing relationships with suppliers and agents
Work with vendor partners to develop execute instore merchandising programs

What do you need to be successful?

Postsecondary degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or similar, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Strong data analysis and reporting skills
Excellent organizational skills and able to handle multiple projects simultaneously
Strong relationshipbuilding and negotiation skills
Proficient in MS office, including Excel and PowerPoint

It would be fantastic if you also had:

An understanding of category management practices, including product lifecycle management
Forecasting experience
Vendor management experience
Indepth knowledge of our refreshment portfolio
Bilingualism in both official languages

What's in it for you?
Being part of the ANBL team means being part of an organization that values its employees.

In addition to offering a market competitive salary, we ensure that our employees can enjoy Work-Life Balance, Professional & Personal Growth, and Service Opportunities.

Work-Life Balance:
ANBL offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and a generous pension plan. Employees also have access to a Health Spending Account or Wellness Subsidy, and opportunities to utilize flexible work arrangements.

Professional & Personal Growth:

ANBL offers many types of internal and external activities to support your development needs, including a robust internal Accelerated Leadership Development Program.

Service:

ANBL values your contribution to your community; offering a paid volunteer day each year and many opportunities to contribute to your community throughout the year.

**How do I join the ANBL Team?