Merchandising Planner - St. Albert, Canada - Alberta Gaming, Liquor and Cannabis

Alberta Gaming, Liquor and Cannabis

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St. Albert, Canada

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

Merchandising Planner

ABOUT AGLC
Alberta Gaming, Liquor & Cannabis (AGLC) is a dynamic organization leading Alberta's gaming, liquor and cannabis industries.

Our team of high performers is driven to provide our customers with outstanding service and Albertans with choices they can trust.

ABOUT CANNABIS

The Cannabis branch collaborates with many internal and external stakeholders and suppliers to ensure a balance between consumer demand, social responsibility, product selection and economic benefit for the province.

They also oversee the operations of retailer relations and the commercial cannabis strategy.

ABOUT THE POSITION

Merchandising Planner

Job Req:2091

Location:
St. Albert Office

Division/Branch:
Liquor & Cannabis / Cannabis

Classification:
Administrative Officer

Status:
Union

Employment Status:
Permanent Full Time

Salary:
$61, $81,024.84

Closing Date:
August 22, 2023

NOTE:
This Competition may be used to fill up to 2 permanent positions.

This position is considered Hybrid meaning that the incumbent will physically work 3 days per week in the St. Albert office and 2 days from their home residence.

JOB SUMMARY

We are looking for a Merchandise Planner to create and maintain financial plans regarding inventory forecasts, as well as effectively partner with our Category Management Specialists to identify and implement strategies to achieve the approved plans.

Reporting to the Manager, Cannabis Inventory Management & Business Processes, you will oversee and analyze inventory management, and aim to maximize profitability for the Cannabis business line through producing positive results in areas of sales, profit and inventory turnover.

You will be responsible for developing inventory plans and forecasts based on supply and demand analysis. This position involves the ongoing analysis of inventory, turns and sales in order to ensure alignment with sales goals.

You will make recommendations to leadership on inventory management, and work closely with the Category Management Specialists, controlling open to buy and ensuring alignment with inventory forecasts.

SKILLS & ABILITIES

Completion of a twoyear diploma in business or related field.
A minimum of 5 years' experience in inventory planning is required.
Strong understanding of financial measurements, sales, gross margin, inventory turn, weeks of supply and how to impact them.
High proficiency with Microsoft office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook), is an asset

NOTE:

To be eligible to work for AGLC, you must be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident or eligible to work in Canada.
As a condition of employment, you will be required to obtain a satisfactory security clearance and clean drivers abstract (if necessary) prior to employment.
AGLC is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.