Retail Merchandising Director Meal Makers

Shape retail merchandising for Meal Makers at Loblaw Companies Limited, combining P&L ownership with assortment and promotional strategy.As Category Director in the Super Market Division, you will guide a category serving over 400 grocery retail stores across Canada. Reporting to the Senior Category Director, you will set direction for competitive performance, financial outcomes, and program execution. The position leads Merchants and Associate Merchants across category priorities.Key Responsibilities:
Set category vision, strategy, financial plans, and execution prioritiesEvaluate market share, shelf pricing, assortment, and promotion efficiencyCoordinate product costing and program investments with vendorsGuide assortment optimization, planograms, and in-store merchandising strategiesPartner with private label Product Managers and Product DevelopersRequirements:
Five to seven years’ experience with retail or business responsibilitiesDemonstrated ownership of profit and loss outcomesSophisticated financial forecasting, modelling, and analytics knowledgeExceptional communication and cross-functional collaboration skillsCritical thinking, innovation, and obstacle-solving abilityBring merchandising strategy, financial discipline, and vendor collaboration to Meal Makers across Loblaw’s Super Market Division.
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