Category Manager, Merchandising

Sleep Country

. Develop and execute multiyear category portfolio strategies aligned with enterprise objectives, customer insights, and financial targets .

Posted 9/18/2026full-timeToronto • CanadaMid-LevelSenior💰 CA$85,000 - CA$110,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in category management and merchandising, with a strong focus on pricing strategy, vendor management, and financial acumen. Proven ability to develop and execute multiyear portfolio strategies that align with enterprise objectives and customer insights.

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Category ManagementPricing Strategy DevelopmentVendor ManagementFinancial AcumenAnalytical Skills

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Hard Skills

Assortment PlanningSales ForecastingBudget ManagementProduct Lifecycle PlanningKPI TrackingMarket ResearchNegotiation SkillsInventory ManagementData InterpretationBusiness Plan Development

Soft Skills

Excellent CommunicationInterpersonal SkillsLeadership SkillsCollaborationAbility to Manage Competing Priorities

Tools & Technologies

MS Office SuiteAdvanced ExcelPowerPoint

Industry Keywords

Retail IndustryKitchen and Dining CategoriesHome GoodsMerchandisingPromotional Planning

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and execute multiyear category portfolio strategies aligned with enterprise objectives, customer insights, and financial targets
Own financial management of assigned categories, including budgets, sales forecasting, margin planning, open-to-buy inputs, KPI tracking, and course correction
Manage assortment architecture and product lifecycle planning, including new item selection, SKU productivity, rationalization, discontinuations, and mix optimization
Lead assortment and financial performance reviews covering sales, margins, inventory turns, sell-through, markdown exposure, and profitability
Evaluate products, vendors, sourcing opportunities, market trends, trade show insights, and competitive activity
Source, negotiate, and manage vendor relationships, pricing, terms, rebates, allowances, cooperative marketing funds, service levels, and quality standards
Research competitive landscape and benchmark pricing, assortment, merchandising, promotions, and category performance
Lead pricing strategy development and execution
Develop planograms and in-store and online merchandising strategies with Visual Merchandising
Build promotional plans with Marketing
Monitor inventory, replenishment, sell-through, stockouts, overstocks, and markdown risk with Planning and Supply Chain
Report category portfolio performance and strategic recommendations to senior management

Requirements

What you’ll need

University or College degree in Business-related discipline
Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in category management, merchandising, or buying within the retail industry, preferably in kitchen and dining categories or Home Goods
Expertise in pricing strategy and assortment planning
Strong vendor management and negotiation skills
Experience with direct sourcing and product development
Prior involvement in marketing campaigns and in-store visual presentations is an asset
Strong financial acumen and track record developing and executing business plans
Strong analytical skills with ability to interpret data and translate it into actionable strategies
Ability to manage multiple and competing priorities in a fast-paced work environment
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Advanced MS Office Suite expertise, including advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills
Strong leadership skills and ability to influence and collaborate with diverse teams
Able to travel for trade shows, vendor meetings, store openings, etc.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Endless career growth opportunities – we promote from within!
A culture that celebrates diversity, inclusion, and belonging
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits
Annual Wellness Credit up to $250 for fitness, nutrition, and self-care essentials
Tuition reimbursement for professional and personal development
Generous parental leave top-up and family-friendly policies
Exclusive employee discounts on premium sleep products and home essentials
Paid volunteer day
Recognition programs and milestone celebrations
Access to cutting-edge training platforms and mentorship programs