Category Manager - Consumables

As our Category Manager - Consumables, you are the key player in the growth and development of the applicable commodity for sales and margin. You need to work closely with the CSA’s, and Parts Managers to execute Brandt customer programs. You will be the Brandt expert on Parts on said parts and will be relied on by all internal staff and customers for your experience and knowledge of these products and services. You will establish Strategy and implement Annual Business plans for this Product group with objectives to achieve sales and margin growth.
Who We AreBrandt is a customer driven company, privately owned and family run, strengthened by diversification and succeeding through specialization. We operate over 170 locations across Canada, the USA, Australia, and New Zealand.
For nine decades, the people of Brandt have stood shoulder-to-shoulder with the hardworking people that we serve. And really, there’s no place we’d rather be because just like them, it’s when we’re working hard and getting things done that we’re at our best.
Our success is driven by a passionate belief in the unlimited potential of our company and the ultimate success of our customers and we act on that belief every single day.
That’s Powerful Value, Delivered.
What You Will Be Responsible For
Establish Strategy and implement Annual Business plans for Product group to achieve sales and margin growth
Product Expert/Resource Communicator
Coach, Support and Educate CSAs as required on applicable products
Develop and Deliver training programs to develop CSA’s, Parts and Service Managers
Manage Vendor relationships related to Parts including new vendor identification and set-up
Market Intelligence on competition, customers, pricing, and segment trends
Analyze sales and margin data to identify opportunities for CSA’s and branches.
Identify new product opportunities and work internally to stock and supply
Promote sales of new & used parts
Promote sales of parts programs
Facilitate creation of effective parts database
Specific Objectives and Measures
Development and implementation of Strategy and Annual Business Plans
Achievement of Parts revenue and margin growth objectives
Execution of Annual Business Plan goals
What We Look For
Excellent communication, presentation & interpersonal skills, customer service, business and negotiation skills
Highly organized with the ability to work well under time pressure and handle multiple projects simultaneously
Be creative, a self-starter, team player, fast learner, detail oriented, and conscientious with a drive to “win”
Excellent interpersonal skills and strong presentation skills
Flexibility to accommodate changing priorities and accountability to meet deadlines
Decision-making and problem-solving skills
Process design, development, execution, and management skills
Creative approach to problem solving and execution
Strong collaboration and relationship building skills to drive results through influencing
Ability to maintain relationships with key customers for executive-level relationship management
What We Offer
Competitive compensation: we offer competitive wages that recognize your skills, experience, and contributions.
Continuous Learning: through on-the-job training and educational opportunities.
Opportunities for advancement within a growing company that values initiative and teamwork.
Comprehensive benefits coverage: including health, dental, insurances, and more to support your and your family’s wellbeing.
Retirement savings programs: Company matching pension and RRSP programs to help you invest in your future.
When you work for Brandt, we work for you. It’s as simple as that.
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