Category Director, Home & Entertainment Hard Discount – Loblaw – Toronto, ON

Company: Loblaw

Location: Toronto, ON

Expected salary:

Job date: Sun, 07 Sep 2025 01:51:23 GMT

Job description: Come make your difference in communities across Canada, where authenticity, trust and making connections is valued – as we shape the future of Canadian retail, together. Our unique position as one of the country’s largest employers, coupled with our commitment to positively impact the lives of all Canadians, provides our colleagues a range of opportunities and experiences to help Canadians Live Life Well®.At Loblaw Companies Limited, we succeed through collaboration and commitment and set a high bar for ourselves and those around us. Whether you are just starting your career, re-entering the workforce, or looking for a new job, this is where you belong.Join us at Loblaw Companies Limited as a Category Director in our Home & Entertainment Hard Discount Division where we bring innovative products and programs to our stores. Reporting to the Sr. Category Director, your responsibilities will include leading every aspect of the Home & Entertainment Hard Discount category, including vision, strategy, financial performance, competitive benchmarking, and program execution. You will be accountable for leading a team of Merchants and Associate Merchants. Are you data-driven and customer centric with a drive for food? If you would like to belong to a complementary team of critical business leaders, apply today!Please note that while the home location for this role is Joe Fresh Head office ( 2 Fraser Avenue, Suite 100 Toronto, Ontario), the position will also require to work a minimum of two (2) days per week at President’s Choice Centre( 1 President’s Choice Circle Brampton, ON ).What You’ll Do:

  • Work with various colleagues in merchandising, operations, control brands, supply chain, loyalty, e-commerce, marketing, media, and other divisions.
  • Build positive relationships with category vendors and external partners.
  • Identify emerging trends and innovation opportunities to drive category growth and differentiation in the market
  • Use data and analytics to build short and long-term strategic plans; and identify critical merchandising priorities, risks, and opportunities.
  • Leverage customer insights and loyalty data to ensure category strategy meets evolving customer needs and expectations
  • Own the financial forecasting, modelling and performance for the category with top-to-bottom ownership of profit and loss (P&L) outcomes, expansive of sales, margins, shrink and EBIT
  • Be solely accountable for delivering category budget goals and achieving non-financial departmental goals as assigned, with weekly, periodic, and quarterly reporting obligations.
  • Build and maintain a deep understanding of the competitive landscape and handle performance outcomes – including market share growth and development, shelf pricing, assortment and promotional strategy efficiency, and global merchandising best-practices.
  • Coordinate with vendors to achieve best-in-market product costing and program investments.
  • Work with your team to implement assortment management (including optimization analysis, new product and costing evaluation, planogram design and in-store merchandising strategies)
  • Lead and develop your team in program management (including promotional product selection and forecasting, financial modelling with P&L impact analysis, pricing decisions, flyer and digital content decisions) and vendor relationship management.
  • Collaborate with private label Product Managers and Product Developers to identify and reach all strategic and financial goals for the private label portfolio within the category.

What You’ll Need:

  • Post-secondary education or equivalent experience. Post-graduate education and/or authoritatively accredited designation(s) an asset.
  • Shown experience of 5 years in retail merchandising, strategy, marketing, business development and/or business management – specifically, with responsibilities over P&L required
  • A self-motivated leader with a high-reaching approach and a passion for category management
  • Sophisticated knowledge of financial forecasting, modelling and analytics required
  • Analytical approach to decision making – using data to derive business insights that lead to practical strategies and favorable financial outcomes.
  • Ability to engage, collaborate with and influence complementary teams.
  • Ability to think critically, innovate and overcome obstacles with a sense of importance.
  • Ability to coach, mentor and lead a team that supports and accelerates talent-cultivation within the Home & Entertainment Hard Discount Division

Our commitment to Sustainability and Social Impact is an essential part of the way we do business, and we focus our attention on areas where we can have the greatest impact. Our approach to sustainability and social impact is based on three pillars – Environment, Sourcing and Community – and we are constantly looking for ways to demonstrate leadership in these important areas. Our CORE Values – Care, Ownership, Respect and Excellence – guide all our decision-making and come to life through our Blue Culture. We offer our colleagues progressive careers, comprehensive training, flexibility, and other competitive benefits – these are some of the many reasons why we are one of Canada’s Top Employers, Canada’s Best Diversity Employers, Canada’s Greenest Employers & Canada’s Top Employers for Young People.If you are unsure whether your experience matches every requirement above, we encourage you to apply anyway. We are looking for varied perspectives which include diverse experiences that we can add to our team.We have a long-standing focus on diversity, equity and inclusion because we know it will make our company a better place to work and shop. We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.Please Note:
Candidates who are 18 years or older are required to complete a criminal background check. Details will be provided through the application process.#EN #SS #MERCH #ON

Loblaw Companies Limited invites you to make a difference in Canadian communities by joining their team as a Category Director in the Home & Entertainment Hard Discount Division. This role involves leading the category’s vision, strategy, and financial performance, while working collaboratively across various departments. Key responsibilities include relationship management with vendors, analyzing data for strategic planning, overseeing financial forecasts and performance, and leading a team focused on program management.

Requirements include a post-secondary education, at least 5 years of experience in retail merchandising or business management with P&L accountability, strong analytical skills, and a passion for category management. Loblaw emphasizes commitment to sustainability and inclusivity, valuing diverse experiences within their workforce. Candidates 18 and older must complete a criminal background check. Competitive benefits and career development opportunities are also highlighted.

Category Director, Home & Entertainment Hard Discount – Loblaw – Toronto, ON

Company: Loblaw

Location: Toronto, ON

Expected salary:

Job date: Sat, 06 Sep 2025 23:46:33 GMT

Job description: Do: Work with various colleagues in merchandising, operations, control brands, supply chain, loyalty, e-commerce, marketing… modelling with P&L impact analysis, pricing decisions, flyer and digital content decisions) and vendor relationship management…

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Category Director, Home & Entertainment Hard Discount – Loblaw – Toronto, ON

Company: Loblaw

Location: Toronto, ON

Expected salary:

Job date: Sun, 07 Sep 2025 07:00:10 GMT

Job description: Do: Work with various colleagues in merchandising, operations, control brands, supply chain, loyalty, e-commerce, marketing… modelling with P&L impact analysis, pricing decisions, flyer and digital content decisions) and vendor relationship management…

The content outlines the collaborative efforts required across various departments—such as merchandising, operations, supply chain, and marketing—to analyze profit and loss impacts and make informed decisions regarding pricing, promotional materials, and digital content. Additionally, it emphasizes the importance of managing relationships with vendors.

Senior Analyst, Price & Discount Strategy – HelloFresh – Toronto, ON

Company: HelloFresh

Location: Toronto, ON

Expected salary:

Job date: Wed, 05 Feb 2025 08:55:17 GMT

Job description: We are hiring a Senior Analyst, Pricing & Discount Strategy to own and execute our strategic vision for pricing and discounts. In this role, you will be responsible for optimizing pricing and discount strategies for HelloFresh Core and adjacent brands across the customer lifecycle, with the goal of maximizing profitability while staying competitive. This position offers a unique opportunity to influence and drive HelloFresh’s growth by shaping pricing and discount strategies, conducting tests, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to assess financial impacts and make data-driven decisions. The insights you provide will be critical in ensuring that we deliver a world-class experience for our customers and will help drive profitable, long-term growth for the business.You will…

  • Help execute, actualize, and continuously optimize our price and discount strategies across 7 brands for our NA Cluster – with a primary focus on our active customer base
  • Maintain a pipeline of discount optimization opportunities, innovative incentive opportunities & desired learnings. Leverage data and own analysis to define strategic pricing and discount opportunities.
  • Oversee end-to-end AB testing process: set-up with channel owner, test monitoring, test analysis. Maintain documentation on business impact & message to appropriate stakeholders
  • Tell the story behind numbers to effectively communicate the implication of risks & opportunities and their impact on the business
  • Collaborate with Marketing, CRM, Product, Loyalty, and Analytics on pricing and discount related initiatives to drive short and long term customer profitability
  • Partner with Data Science to define customer segmentation strategies
  • Maintain source of truth documentation on live pricing & discounts
  • Manage implementation of discounts & extra marketing tools related to pricing & discounting

You have…

  • Bachelor’s degree required in marketing, business or STEM-related fields (e.g. mathematics, engineering, computer science, economics, statistics, etc.)
  • 2-4 years of professional experience in pricing strategy, consulting, analytics, or a subscription-based business model
  • Strong analytical skills in Excel and SQL.
  • Experience devising and measuring the effectiveness of pricing strategies (including AB testing), with a proven track record from other data-rich business environments
  • Analytical experience working with digital business models and collaborating with marketing departments
  • Outstanding written and verbal communication skills with a proven ability to lead effective meetings and presentations
  • Experience individually driving projects, finding creative and proactive solutions to problems
  • Prior experience with project management a plus
  • A pragmatic, hands-on mentality to drive towards impact

You’ll get…

  • Competitive salary, 401k with company match that vests immediately upon participation, and company equity plan based on role
  • Generous PTO, including sabbatical, and parental leave of up to 16 weeks
  • Comprehensive health and wellness benefits with options at $0 monthly, effective first day of employment
  • Tuition reimbursement for continuing education
  • Up to 75% discount on subscriptions to HelloFresh meal plans (HelloFresh, Green Chef, Everyplate, and Factor_)
  • Access to 7 different Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) including those for BIPOC, women, veterans, parents, and LGBTQ+
  • Inclusive, collaborative, and dynamic work environment within a fast-paced, mission-driven company that is disrupting the traditional food supply chain

Flexible Hybrid ApproachAt HelloFresh, we know that flexible work arrangements are essential in enabling you to do your best work, while balancing your personal and life needs. Offering remote work flexibility, along with the opportunity to interact and collaborate in the office are all a part of creating a great employee experience.To meet these needs, we are pleased to provide Flexible Hybrid work. Flexible Hybrid is a people-first approach that is based on choice, trust, personalization, and empowers teams to choose when and how often they work from the office and work from home, in addition to team days and company days. This means a minimum of 2 days in office per week, with most teams in office between 2-3 days a week.#LI-HYBRIDWorking ConditionsIt’s no surprise that as a food company, we use many ingredients that may be considered common allergens (i.e. peanuts, tree nuts, milk, etc.). Whether this role is based out of our headquarters or one of our distribution centers, it is possible that you may be exposed to such allergens in this role. If you have any concerns with being exposed to any particular food ingredients, including meat, please disclose this during the hiring process.Interested in joining the HelloFresh team? Don’t be chai, apply! Submit your application in PDF format today.

HelloFresh is seeking a Senior Analyst, Pricing & Discount Strategy to optimize pricing and discount strategies for HelloFresh Core and adjacent brands in order to maximize profitability while remaining competitive. The role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams, conducting tests, and providing critical insights to drive growth. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor’s degree, 2-4 years of professional experience in pricing strategy, strong analytical skills, and excellent communication abilities. The position offers competitive salary, benefits, and a flexible hybrid approach to work. Interested candidates can apply by submitting their application in PDF format.

Merchant, Hard Discount, Processed Meats – Loblaw – Brampton, ON

Company: Loblaw

Location: Brampton, ON

Expected salary:

Job date: Sat, 26 Oct 2024 00:35:44 GMT

Job description: , loyalty, e-commerce, marketing, media, and other divisions. Build positive relationships with category vendors and external…, pricing decisions, vendor engagement, flyer, and digital content, and evaluate program success. Use data and analytics…

Co-op, Brand Marketing, Hard Discount, No Frills, Winter 2025 – Loblaw – Brampton, ON

Company: Loblaw

Location: Brampton, ON

Expected salary:

Job date: Sun, 08 Sep 2024 01:42:52 GMT

Job description: we are able to create, build and oversee all of our brand marketing locally. This an incredible opportunity to work on the No… Frills marketing team – one of the most trusted brands in Canada. You’ll assist with developing campaign briefs, executing…

Loblaw – Category Director, Processed Meat, Pork, & Marinades, Hard Discount Division – Brampton, ON

Company: Loblaw

Location: Brampton, ON

Expected salary:

Job date: Sun, 18 Aug 2024 02:06:50 GMT

Job description: , marketing, media, and other divisions. Build positive relationships with category vendors and external partners. Use data…, financial modelling with P&L impact analysis, pricing decisions, flyer, and digital content decisions) and vendor relationship…
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The job description from the provided website is for a Customer Service Representative role. The responsibilities include responding to customer inquiries and concerns via phone, email, or chat. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, problem-solving abilities, and a customer-focused mindset. Additionally, the role may involve data entry and other administrative tasks. A high school diploma or equivalent is required, and previous customer service experience is preferred. The position may also include some sales support responsibilities.

Loblaw – Merchant, Hard Discount Division, Produce – Cambridge, ON

Company: Loblaw

Location: Cambridge, ON

Expected salary:

Job date: Sat, 17 Aug 2024 06:07:31 GMT

Job description: , loyalty, e-commerce, marketing, media, and other divisions. Build positive relationships with category vendors and external…, pricing decisions, vendor engagement, flyer, and digital content, and evaluate program success. Use data and analytics…
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Title: Data Entry Clerk

Location: Toronto, ON

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $15-$18 per hour (Based on experience)

We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized Data Entry Clerk to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for inputting, updating, and maintaining accurate data into our systems. This individual must possess strong computer skills, have a keen eye for detail, and be able to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:
– Input and update data in various databases and software programs
– Verify the accuracy of information before and after entering it into the system
– Organize and maintain records and files
– Generate reports and assist with data analysis as needed
– Resolve any discrepancies or errors in the data
– Adhere to data confidentiality guidelines and maintain security of information

Qualifications:
– High school diploma or equivalent
– Previous experience in data entry or administrative support roles preferred
– Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel
– Strong attention to detail and accuracy
– Excellent organizational and time management skills
– Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team

If you meet the above criteria and are looking for a challenging and rewarding opportunity, please apply with your resume and cover letter. We look forward to reviewing your application.

Loblaw – Category Director, Frozen & Fresh Seafood, Hard Discount Division – Brampton, ON

Company: Loblaw

Location: Brampton, ON

Expected salary:

Job date: Sat, 17 Aug 2024 01:36:34 GMT

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Job Description

Position: Customer Service Representative

Location: Toronto, ON

Salary: $45,000 – $50,000 per year

We are currently seeking a Customer Service Representative to join our team in Toronto. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing exceptional customer service to clients, handling inquiries and resolving issues in a timely manner.

Responsibilities:
– Answering incoming calls and responding to emails from clients
– Providing product information and assistance to customers
– Addressing customer concerns and resolving complaints
– Processing orders and coordinating with other departments as needed
– Maintaining accurate customer records and updating information in the database
– Assisting with other administrative tasks as required

Qualifications:
– Previous experience in a customer service role
– Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
– Strong problem-solving abilities
– Proficiency in Microsoft Office and CRM software
– Ability to work independently and as part of a team
– Bilingualism (English/French) is considered an asset

If you are a customer-focused individual with a passion for providing exceptional service, we want to hear from you. Please apply with your resume and cover letter outlining your relevant experience and why you would be a great fit for this role.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Loblaw – Associate Merchant, Hard Discount – Brampton, ON

Company: Loblaw

Location: Brampton, ON

Job description: business units including Merchandising, Operations, Finance, Control Brands, Supply Chain, loyalty, e-commerce, marketing… management, flyer/digital/instore advertising accuracy, vendor income collection, inventory management, store communications…
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  • Maintain and oversee daily operations of the warehouse
  • Manage a team of warehouse staff to ensure efficiency and productivity
  • Receive, process, and organize incoming inventory shipments
  • Track inventory levels and order necessary supplies
  • Monitor and enforce safety regulations within the warehouse
  • Develop and implement strategies to improve warehouse operations
  • Coordinate with other departments to streamline processes and improve overall warehouse performance
  • Meet deadlines and ensure timely delivery of orders
  • Use computer systems to track inventory and process orders accurately
  • Provide leadership and guidance to warehouse staff to ensure goals are met
  • Handle customer inquiries and resolve any issues related to warehouse operations.

Expected salary:

Job date: Wed, 31 Jul 2024 07:34:31 GMT