Posted 21 days ago
Category Associate
@ Kelly Services
St. Thomas, Ontario
Overview
Kelly Services is hiring a full-time Category Associate in St. Thomas, Ontario, for a leading building and home improvement organization. The role supports product and category management through market research, performance analysis and product launches. It is hybrid, with three days onsite and two remote, and pays $70,000–$80,000 CAD.
Pay:
$80,000 a year
Responsibilities:
- Support product strategies, SKU management and pricing updates
- Analyze market trends, competitors and product performance
- Track sales, margins, inventory and KPIs
- Coordinate product launches with internal teams
- Maintain product databases and marketing materials
Requirements summary:
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering or related field
- 1–3 years in category, product management or marketing
- Strong Excel and PowerPoint skills; Power BI an asset
- Valid driver's licence and willingness to travel internationally
- Onsite in St. Thomas three days per week
Tools & skills
Benefits mentioned
Source and dates
Employer career site / ATS feed · careerpage
- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-16
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-16
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-16
These dates describe the source record, not a live verification that the employer is still hiring. Check the original posting.
Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Business operations |
| Experience | 1+ years |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Travel | air: moderate · ground: none |
| Work setting | Office |
| Position | Mostly sitting |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer high |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | Valid driver's licence |
| Driver’s licence | required |
| Education | Bachelor’s degree (required) |
| Fields of study | Business, Engineering |
| Perks mentioned | Retirement plan, Employee discount, Wellness, Paid training |
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Kelly Services
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 103 |
We’re Hiring! Category Associate | Hybrid Opportunity
St. Thomas, Ontario | Full-Time, Permanent | $70,000–$80,000 CAD
Ready to take the next step in your career?
Kelly Services is partnering with a leading organization in the building and home improvement industry to find a motivated Category Associate to join their growing team in St. Thomas, Ontario.
If you enjoy working with data, exploring market trends, collaborating with different teams, and bringing new products to market, this could be the opportunity for you!
The Opportunity
As a Category Associate, you’ll play an important role in supporting product and category management initiatives. From market research and product launches to performance analysis and portfolio management, you’ll gain valuable experience while working alongside a collaborative and experienced team.
This position offers a great balance of analytical work, project coordination, and professional development.
What You’ll Be Doing
Product & Category Management: Support product strategies, SKU management, pricing updates, and product lifecycle activities.
Market Research & Analysis: Analyze market trends, competitors, and product performance to support business decisions.
Reporting & Insights: Track sales, margins, inventory, and key performance indicators.
Product Launches: Coordinate with internal teams to support successful product introductions and launches.
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with Marketing, Sales, Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain teams.
Product Information: Maintain accurate product databases, pricing information, and marketing materials.
What You’ll Bring
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, or a related field.
1–3 years of experience in category management, product management, marketing, or a similar role.
Strong Excel and PowerPoint skills; Power BI experience is an asset.
Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and collaborate across departments.
A proactive mindset, curiosity, and willingness to learn.
Valid driver’s licence and willingness to travel internationally.
Availability to work onsite in St. Thomas three days per week.
Nice to Have: Experience in building materials or consumer durables, or a product management certification.
Why You’ll Love This Opportunity
Competitive Compensation: $70,000–$80,000 annually.
Hybrid Flexibility: Three days onsite and two days remote.
Comprehensive Benefits: Health, dental, and travel insurance starting Day 1.
Financial Benefits: Employer-matched pension plan and profit-sharing program.
Work-Life Balance: Two paid volunteer days, employee assistance resources, and wellness programs.
Career Development: Mentorship, professional training, and LinkedIn Learning.
Additional Perks: Employee discounts, purchase programs, and a supportive team environment.
Let’s Connect!
Interested in learning more? We’d love to hear from you!
Whether you’re ready to apply or simply curious about the opportunity, feel free to reach out directly.
Sabrina Olivier
Bilingual Recruiter | Science, Engineering & Technology
Kelly Services
[email protected]
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