Role: Category Manager
Salary: $105,000 – $115,000 per year + Annual Bonus
Location: On-site (Mon-Fri)

Our client, a well-established and growing organization in the logistics industry , has an immediate need for an experienced Category Manager to join their Ontario-based team.

This is a newly created position, introduced to support the company’s continued growth and expansion of its existing team. It’s an exciting opportunity for a results-driven professional who thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and is passionate about category strategy, supplier management, and driving business growth.

About the Role

The Category Manager is responsible for planning, developing, and executing category strategies that drive growth, profitability, and market share.
This role plays a critical part in managing the full product life cycle — from sourcing and pricing to promotion and performance analysis — ensuring that the product assortment aligns with market trends, customer demand, and business objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement effective category strategies to achieve sales, profitability, and market share goals.
• Analyze market trends, customer insights, and competitor activities to inform assortment, pricing, and promotional decisions.
• Oversee the complete product life cycle, including sourcing, pricing, marketing, and discontinuation.
• Negotiate with vendors and suppliers to secure favorable pricing, terms, and partnerships.
• Optimize inventory levels to minimize stockouts and excess, ensuring availability of key products.
• Track and report on category performance, identifying opportunities for improvement.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams — including sales, marketing, finance, and operations — to ensure executional excellence.
• Support product launches and promotional campaigns that enhance brand presence and category performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Marketing, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in category management, product management, or procurement — preferably within the produce or food industry.
• Strong analytical and negotiation skills, with the ability to make data-driven business decisions.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, ERP systems, and category management software.
• Certifications in Supply Chain Management, Purchasing, or Retail Management are an asset.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills to influence cross-functional teams and senior leadership.