Merchandise Analyst

Job description

Welcome Home! We’re more than Canada’s largest independent hardware and building supplies retailer—we’re part of communities across the nation. Unlocking Insights and Building Growth As a Merchandise Analyst, you will support by analyzing category performance data and providing insights to drive business success. You will participate in category reviews and collaborate with suppliers, internal stakeholders and Dealers on product performance. Led by the Associate Merchandise Manager, this opportunity will best suit someone who has strong communication, negotiation and analytical skills . *Please note this is an 18-month term position. Ready to make an impact? Here’s how: - Prepare, analyze and share category performance data and insights. - Work with suppliers to collect product and category information including samples, quotes, marketing collateral etc. Negotiate with suppliers as required. - Execute Supplier proposed cost increase/cost validation process cross functionally. - Collaborate with and lead cross functional teams to execute business priorities. - May have limited buying responsibility for a small number of products in a non-complex area. - Prepare communication to prov...