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Indigo – Assistant Category Manager – Games & Puzzles – Toronto, ON

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Company: Indigo

Location: Toronto, ON

Job description: Company Description
Current Indigo employees should apply through the Internal Mobility page using your @indigo.ca email address.
Dedicated to telling stories and creating experiences, Indigo is always looking for bright, energetic and customer-focused people who can help bring our exciting mission to life in one of our more than 150 Indigo, Indigospirit, Chapters and Coles stores across Canada. We offer a variety of exciting opportunities at our retail stores, distribution centres, and home office for people who share our passions and want to be part of a dynamic and enriching culture.
WHO WE ARE

  • We love books and all things beautiful
  • We are Canada’s Cultural Department Store
  • Books are our heart and our soul and Great Books are JUST the Beginning…

We play by the following rules:

  • We exist to add joy to our customers’ lives each and every time they interact with us and our products
  • Our job is to create joyful moments for our customers
  • We treat each other the way we’d treat a valued friend
  • We inspire each other to do our best work
  • We seek to ignite creativity and innovation every day
  • We give back to the communities in which we operate

Job Description
The Assistant Category Manager is responsible for supporting and executing product category strategy, for both online and retail sales channels. This role effectively communicates and engages cross-functionally to gain support for the execution of product category plans and objectives.
KEY PERFORMANCE METRICS

  • Sales
  • Net Margin dollars and rate
  • Turns
  • Conversion
  • Traffic
  • NMROI
  • Heat ticket resolution

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
Functional
Provides direct support to the Category Manager (CM) in the execution and administration of activities associated with the following:

  • Work with the CM to execute the strategic assortment for the category
  • Meet Sales, Margin and Turn inventory goals for category
  • Support the Open-to-Buy (OTB) process, ensuring appropriate stock levels
  • Assist in product development and the final assortment selection process to maximize sales and profitability.
  • Communicate and collaborate with the Coordinator, Digital Onboarding, as required to ensure timely article setup, online enrichment and publication to the site.
  • Communicate and collaborate with the online merchandising team to ensure that assortments are properly merchandised online and represented in a manner that maximizes sales.
  • Prepare all required briefs for Online Merchandising and Creative Studio about online photography and promotional needs in a timely and efficient manner.
  • Collaborate with the Planning & Inventory Management team to ensure sales and inventory plans are aligned with strategic initiatives.
  • Ensure on-time delivery of goods.
  • Drive category markdown strategy and execute the markdown process in collaboration with the Planning Manager to maximize sales and margin.
  • Effectively seek out and maintain positive vendor relationships, focusing on finding new and brand-appropriate merchandise. Negotiate favourable terms with vendors to maximize sales and profits
  • Communicate and collaborate with marketing partners to make sure assortment strategy is effectively represented in marketing materials.
  • Seek out and identify new opportunities to grow and expand category by benchmarking competition and finding new categories, products and best practices
  • Ensure timely response to all product quality issues and customer issues
  • Create vendor meeting agendas, analysis and recaps
  • Act as an advocate for the customer by placing them at the forefront of all decision-making and design processes
  • Proactively identify and anticipate customer expectations and needs
  • Embrace and seek out technology that creates high tech and high touch solutions for Indigo’s customers
  • Challenge the status quo by consistently identifying areas for improvement, diagnosing issues and working to resolve them

People

  • Collaborate with others to drive flexible and iterative solutions, quickly and easily
  • Share technical knowledge with others and actively seek to learn from those more knowledgeable than yourself
  • Help others see the impacts of their efforts and proactively engage other functions to get input
  • Encourage others to freely share their point of view and be open to feedback

Cultural

  • Model Indigo’s beliefs and convey a positive image in everything you do
  • Celebrate diversity of thought and have an open mindset
  • Take an active role in fostering a culture of continual learning, taking risks without the fear of making mistakes
  • Embrace, champion and influence change through your team and/or the organization

SCOPE
Reports to: Category Manager
KEY RELATIONSHIPS
Internal:

  • Finance
  • Marketing & Online
  • Consumer Experience
  • Creative Studio
  • Supply Chain

External:

  • Vendors

Qualifications
Work Experience / Education / Certifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in business or related field
  • 3-5 years’ experience in buying and category management

Competencies / Skills / Attributes

  • Proven ability to build productive business relationships with both internal and external partners
  • Proven ability to negotiate effectively with external business partners
  • Proven ability to support and lead a team through change
  • Strong organizational skills with ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines and reacting quickly to shifting priorities
  • Effective communication skills
  • Passion for the category

Other (travel, Bilingual, etc.)

  • 10% travel required to trade shows, regional stores and promotional events

Additional Information
At Indigo, we are committed to our communities, our customers, and each other; together we can make a positive impact. We know that fostering diversity and inclusion brings out your full potential and creates a joyful and welcoming environment for everyone. We are driven to be an equitable employer, which highly values your diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We believe that you, in all your uniqueness, belong at Indigo. We welcome all applicants and encourage applications from individuals who identify as Black, Indigenous, a person of colour, LGBTQ2+ and people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request to individuals who self-identify as having a disability or special need. Please contact Human Resources at 1 (888) 881-3177 (toll free) or Support-HR@indigo.ca if you require an accommodation at any time during the recruitment process.
WELCOME HOME
Indigo is a Canadian cultural department store that loves books and creates experiences for customers. They are looking for an Assistant Category Manager to support product category strategy and work with vendors and cross-functional teams. The role requires a bachelor’s degree in business, 3-5 years of buying and category management experience, and the ability to negotiate effectively and support a team through change. They are committed to fostering diversity and inclusion and welcome all applicants, including those who identify as Black, Indigenous, LGBTQ2+, and people with disabilities.
Title: Medical Assistant

Location: New York, NY

Salary: Competitive

Job Description:

Our reputable medical practice is seeking a Medical Assistant to join our team in New York, NY. The ideal candidate will be responsible for providing administrative support to ensure efficient operation of the medical office. You will support doctors and patients through a variety of tasks related to patient care management, organization, and communication.

Responsibilities:
– Greet and assist patients in a professional and friendly manner
– Escort patients to exam rooms and take vitals
– Prepare patients for examination and treatment
– Assist with medical procedures and minor surgeries
– Perform routine laboratory tests and sample collection
– Maintain accurate and updated patient records
– Coordinate patient appointments and follow-ups
– Order and maintain medical supplies and equipment
– Communicate effectively with patients and healthcare team members
– Adhere to all organizational policies and procedures

Requirements:
– High school diploma or equivalent
– Completion of a medical assistant program
– Medical assistant certification (CMA, RMA, or similar)
– Proficient in medical terminology and electronic health records
– Strong organizational and multitasking skills
– Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
– Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
– Prior experience in a medical setting preferred

If you are a dedicated and compassionate individual with a passion for patient care, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Join our team and contribute to the success of our medical practice. Apply now!

Expected salary:

Job date: Sat, 03 Feb 2024 23:09:52 GMT

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