Category Assistant

at  Giant Tiger

Compensation Grade:
Grade 3
Job Description:
Who We Are:
We are a Canadian owned and operated retailer (and proud of it!), with a strong commitment to the community, and over 60 years of success. If you are looking for a challenging and dynamic career, Giant Tiger may be right for you. We believe in opportunities for growth & development, teamwork, and engagement.
About The Role:
Supporting the category team in the strategic growth of their department through the professional execution of category priorities and initiatives set by the business. The category assistant supports the category manager with assortment entry, pricing and promotional planning and execution, working cross functionally with a main focus on the GT customer.
Workplace Arrangements:
This role will follow a hybrid remote/onsite schedule. Applicants for this role can expect to work on-site from our Ottawa Head Office, on Walkley Road 4 days a week for an 8-5 schedule.

What Giant Tiger Brings:

• Giant Tiger Store Discount
• Work Your Way! Flexible hybrid work arrangement
• Profit Sharing
• Health/Dental/Vision benefits as of day 1
• LinkedIn Learning License
• Parental Top Up Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program

What You’ll be Doing:

• Coordinate and support product development and assortment activities of the Category Team that align to category strategy, contribute to driving traffic, sales and margin, and adhere to safety, quality and regulatory standards
• Execute purchase activities and opportunities in accordance with approved product plans and strategy
• Support effective communications to all support teams relating to product and provide stores with relevant information needed to assist with purchasing decisions and quantification
• Support completion and production of sku and assortment related information per timelines and activities detailed in the Buying or Planogram Calendar to minimize disruptions
• Support strategic marketing activities for all commodities to ensure marketing objectives are accurately met

What You’ll Bring:

• Post-secondary education in Business, Fashion/Retail Management or equivalent experience
• 2-5 years of experience as a Category Coordinator or Category Assistant
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite of products
• Ability to problem solve and make adjustment on simple issues
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Understanding of retail mathematics related to sales, profitability/ inventory
• Great communicator, verbally and in writing
• Time management, organization and prioritization skills required
• Love for product and passion for the Giant Tiger Customer
• Bilingual in French and English (considered an asset)
• Strong financial acumen (considered an asset)

Job Requisition:
JR125187
Giant Tiger is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fair employment practices.
Are you interested in this position but don’t yet meet all the criteria? We want you to apply anyway!
During our recruitment process we are looking for an incumbent that will not only learn and grow in the role, but also contribute to our diverse, equal and inclusive culture.
If you require accommodation during your pursuit of a role at Giant Tiger please contact
careers@gianttiger.com

• Coordinate and support product development and assortment activities of the Category Team that align to category strategy, contribute to driving traffic, sales and margin, and adhere to safety, quality and regulatory standards
• Execute purchase activities and opportunities in accordance with approved product plans and strategy
• Support effective communications to all support teams relating to product and provide stores with relevant information needed to assist with purchasing decisions and quantification
• Support completion and production of sku and assortment related information per timelines and activities detailed in the Buying or Planogram Calendar to minimize disruptions
• Support strategic marketing activities for all commodities to ensure marketing objectives are accurately me