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Assistant Category Manager
@ Sobeys
Mississauga, ON · Stellarton, NS · Calgary, AB
Overview
Sobeys is hiring an Assistant Category Manager on a full-time basis for a hybrid role with three office days a week, based in Stellarton NS, Calgary AB or Mississauga ON. The role maintains promotional planning system data, supports the Category Manager and national partners, and offers ad hoc analytical support across categories. Sobeys offers a Total Rewards package.
Responsibilities:
- Manage promotional planning system data, SKUs and vendor listings
- Respond to vendor-initiated changes in the cost and deal system
- Coordinate with Marketing on ad creation and proofing
- Resolve retail pricing issues and report discrepancies
Requirements summary:
- Bachelor's degree and minimum 2 years in category management or related field
- Experience in data analysis with large data volumes
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and SAP or similar systems
- Grocery or e-commerce experience preferred
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-11-09
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-09
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-10
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Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | Business operations |
| Experience | 2+ years |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Work setting | Office |
| Position | Mostly sitting |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer high |
| Languages | English |
| Education | Bachelor’s degree (required) |
| Perks mentioned | Generous paid time off, Generous parental leave, Retirement plan, Stock or equity, Employee discount |
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Sobeys
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Full company description
Sobeys Inc. is proudly Canadian, with more than 115 years of experience in the food retail business. As one of only two national grocery retailers in Canada, we serve the food shopping needs of Canadians with approximately 1,600 stores in all 10 provinces under retail banners that include Sobeys, Safeway, IGA, Foodland, FreshCo, Thrifty Foods and Lawtons Drugs, as well as more than 350 retail fuel locations. We are a family nurturing families – is our collective passion and mission to nurture the things that make life better, including great experiences, families, communities and the lives of our employees. More information on Sobeys Inc. can be found at www.corporate.sobeys.com. Sobeys inc. est une entreprise fièrement canadienne comptant plus de 115 ans d'expérience dans le commerce de détail alimentaire. Nous sommes l'un des deux seuls détaillants alimentaires présents dans tout le Canada, et répondons aux besoins en épicerie de notre clientèle par l'entremise de nos quelque 1 600 magasins répartis dans chacune des dix provinces et arborant l'une ou l'autre de nos diverses enseignes dont Sobeys, Safeway, IGA, Foodland, FreshCo, Thrifty Foods et Lawtons Drugs, ainsi que de nos plus de 350 stations d'essence. Notre raison d'être - nous sommes une famille qui nourrit l'esprit de famille - s'incarne aussi dans notre passion et notre mission communes, soit cultiver ce qui rend la vie plus agréable : les expériences exceptionnelles, la famille, les collectivités et la vie de nos employés. Pour plus de renseignements sur Sobeys inc., veuillez consulter la page www.corporate.sobeys.com/fr.
- LinkedIn followers
- 165,456
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 17,862
- Reported office locations
- 115 King Street, Stellarton, Nova Scotia B0K 1S0, CA
- 17220 Stony Plain Road, Edmonton, Alberta T5S 1K6, CA
- 4980 Tahoe Blvd., Mississauga, Ontario L4W 0C7, CA
- 11281 Albert-Hudon Boulevard, Montreal, Quebec H1G 3J5, CA
- Business categories
- Food and Beverage
- Grocery
- Hospitality
- Retail
- Other recorded names
- Sobeys
- Specialties
- Grocery / Épicerie
- Retail / Commerce de détail
- Distribution / Distribution
- Corporate / Entreprise
- and Pharmacy & Healthcare / Pharmacie
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- No
- Reported total investment
- 300,000,000
Currency and observation date were not supplied; this is not a current valuation or a funding round.
Sobeys Inc. is proudly Canadian, with more than 115 years of experience in the food retail business. As one of only two national grocery retailers in Canada, we serve the food shopping needs of Canadians with approximately 1,600 stores in all 10 provinces under retail banners that include Sobeys, Safeway, IGA, Foodland, FreshCo, Thrifty Foods and Lawtons Drugs, as well as more than 350 retail fuel locations. We are…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Retail |
| Company size | 10,001+ employees |
| Headquarters | Stellarton, Nova Scotia |
| Organization type | Privately Held |
| Year founded | 1907 |
| Specialties | Grocery / ÉpicerieRetail / Commerce de détailDistribution / DistributionCorporate / Entrepriseand Pharmacy & Healthcare / Pharmacie |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 551 |
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We are looking for an Assistant Category Manager who will play a crucial role in managing and maintaining the accuracy of our promotional planning system data, ensuring seamless coordination with the Category Manager as well as our national partners, and providing essential support across various categories. You must be able to leverage technology (i.e., SAP, Microsoft Office) to review and analyze large volumes of data, and effectively communicate with all levels of the business as well as negotiate and influence others. This is a hybrid role and there is an in-office requirement of 3 days a week.
Sobeys is full of exciting opportunities, and we are always looking for bright new talent to join our team! We currently have a full-time opportunity for a Assistant Category Manager. This role can be based out of our offices located in Stellarton; NS, Calgary; AB, Mississauga; ON
Here’s where you’ll be focusing:
• Manage and maintain accuracy of promotional planning system data, including SKUs and vendor listings, per Category Manager directives.
• Respond promptly to vendor-initiated changes within the cost and deal system.
• Coordinate with Marketing to assist in ad creation and proofing.
• Address and resolve retail pricing issues.
• Validate and report discrepancies in listing forms and delisting reports.
• Provide technical support and communication to vendors.
• Serve as primary point of contact for internal and external partners, addressing various issues.
• Support various responsibilities such as seasonal programs and planogram updates.
• Offer ad hoc analytical support across categories as requested by Category Manager or Category Portfolio Manager.
• Assist in preparation of tools and communication for retailers as needed, and act as fill-in for Category Manager when necessary.
What you have to offer:
• Bachelor's degree combined with a minimum of 2 years' experience in category management or related field.
• Experience in data analysis, with a strong ability to interpret and leverage large volumes of data.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and experience with SAP or similar systems.
• Grocery or e-commerce experience is preferred.
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Who we are
Sobeys is one of Canada’s leading grocery retailers, with more than 1,600 stores across all 10 provinces and banners including Sobeys, Safeway, IGA, Foodland, FreshCo, Thrifty Foods, and Lawtons Drug Stores. Our 128,000 teammates and franchise affiliates are passionate about delivering great food and exceptional experiences to our customers and communities.
Learn more about our story and culture:
Who We Are | Why Work With Us
Total Rewards
We offer a Total Rewards package designed to support teammates at work and in life. Depending on role and eligibility, teammates may receive health and dental benefits, retirement and savings programs including an Employee Share Ownership Plan, a 10% in-store discount at participating banners, virtual healthcare and an Employee and Family Assistance Program, learning and development opportunities, parental leave top-up, and paid vacation.
Sobeys is committed to providing a compensation structure that is flexible, equitable and competitive in the market to enable performance and growth. To learn more about this opportunity including the expected range of compensation in accordance with Pay Transparency Legislation where required please click the “I’m interested” or "Apply" button above. Individual compensation is determined based on qualifications, experience, and internal equity within the range provided.
Additional Information
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We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools to support efficiencies in the candidate screening, assessment, and recruitment processes. These AI tools do not make hiring decisions on behalf of the Company. Hiring decisions are made by our Hiring Teams.
Sobeys is committed to creating accessible and inclusive hiring processes. We will work with applicants requesting accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process.
Please note: Successful candidates will be required to provide documentation to prove their legal ability to work in the position during the onboarding process. Documentation will be assessed by the employer prior to commencement of work.
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