Retail Category Manager Vendor Partnerships

Build Cannabis NB’s product categories remotely from New Brunswick through vendor partnerships, commercial planning, and customer-focused assortment decisions. Guide products from introduction through lifecycle management.The Category Manager serves as business owner and subject matter expert for assigned categories. You will manage pricing, promotions, product portfolios, vendor relationships, inventory strategy, and overall performance. Cross-functional collaboration with Supply Chain, Marketing, Retail Operations, Finance, and IT turns organizational objectives into measurable business results.Key Responsibilities:
Own category performance, goals, KPIs, risks, and growth opportunitiesEnsure product assortments meet in-store and online demandManage supplier availability, pricing, promotional support, and performanceIdentify product innovation and lifecycle management opportunitiesLead cross-functional initiatives and share category best practicesRequirements:
Five or more years of category management experienceKnowledge of assortment strategy, category principles, and retail operationsStrong project management, organization, and multitasking abilitiesAbility to collaborate and influence cross-functional decision-makersCustomer-focused approach with strong negotiation skillsBring commercial ownership, assortment expertise, and vendor leadership to Cannabis NB’s evolving cannabis retail categories.
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