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SalaryWe have a fantastic opportunity to join our Merchandise LBM team as a Director, Merchandise LBM. Reporting to the Vice-President, Merchandise LBM, you will be responsible for the development and execution of comprehensive category management plans within the Lumber & Building Materials (LBM) portfolios.
If you have in depth knowledge of hardware, lumber and building material product categories, and strong leadership skills, we would love to hear from you!
What you’ll do:
- Provide leadership, direction, and oversight to the LBM Merchandise Managers for the effective execution of their portfolios to achieve corporate financial and operational targets. Remove obstacles and barriers as well as provide tools for the LBM Merchandise Managers assisting them in achieving their goals.
- Develop and execute product category strategies including well-rounded assortments, supplier relationship management, product sourcing and marketing initiatives to support Store Owner and Corporate profitability.
- Responsible for leveraging Home Hardware’s volume and negotiating the best possible programs / pricing for the Store Owners.
- Develop, implement and monitor short and long-term objectives, plans, programs and budgets to secure Home’s position in the marketplace.
- Maintain a current understanding of business drivers and changes by staying attuned to industry developments.
- Establish and achieve financial and operational plans and goals including resource and budget planning/management.
- Provide leadership to department, promote open communications, and encourage ongoing learning and development.
- Collaborate with business partners, Home departments and Store Owner’s to develop and maintain the merchandise portfolio that supports organizational needs for existing and future requirements.
What we’re looking for:
- Bachelor’s Degree in business related field, merchandising or retail strategy.
- In depth knowledge of the hardware, lumber, and building material product categories.
- Strategic thinker with the ability to develop and execute plans.
- Strong leadership and relationship capabilities, including coaching, training, and development of talent.
- Excellent communication both oral and written, with strong planning, organizational and presentation skills. Ability to effectively and positively communicate and support business change.
- Strong problem solving, attention to detail, negotiation, and customer service skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and handle multiple demands and competing priorities.
- Ability to interpret financial statements, prepare, monitor, and present budgets.
- Excellent computer skills with Microsoft Office products.
- Ability to work additional hours as required to fulfill the responsibilities of the position.
- Ability to travel as needed.
What Home offers:
- Competitive Salary.
- Annual Incentive/Bonus Program.
- Comprehensive Benefits Program including:
- Health, Dental, Vision, Paramedical, Disability Coverage, Out of Country Travel Insurance, Life Insurance, Employee Family Assistance Program.
- Defined Contribution Pension Plan with Company Match, and choice of contribution level.
- Group RRSP.
- Discount from our corporate retail stores.
- WorkPerks© by Venngo discounts.
- Home & Auto Insurance discounts.
- Competitive vacation allotment.
- Personal and sick time.
Home Hardware recognizes the value of a diverse team. We believe that different perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences make us stronger as an organization. Applicants representing the full diversity of communities in Canada are encouraged to apply with confidence. Please let us know if you require accommodation during the recruitment process.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
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