Program Specialist, PVF (Burlington)

At Wolseley Canada, our leading-edge is the knowledge and insight found in every corner of our organization. Here, you’ll build strong relationships and support critical industries that touch the lives of Canadians. Every day, we show up with intention and pride; in ourselves, our associates, and our customers. You’ll have a solid foundation to try new things, uncover new possibilities, challenge yourself, and grow your career. Does this sound like somewhere you’d like to be?

Wolseley Canada is the leading wholesale distributor of plumbing, HVAC/R, waterworks and industrial products in the country and working here means, a network of possibilities, a place you are valued and a higher standard.

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Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Safety-focused and inclusive workplace culture

• Comprehensive benefits with premiums fully paid for by the company for the “Core” package starting day 1

• Competitive retirement savings program including RRSP and Defined Contribution pension plan with employer matching up to 5.25% Day 1

• Paid vacation, sick time, and paid birthday off

• Annual bonus and profit-sharing opportunities

• Employee discounts on leading plumbing, HVAC/R, and industrial products

• Education reimbursement and ongoing career development opportunities
• Employee referral programs and recognition initiatives

The Opportunity
You are a service orientated individual who is excited to be a part of a growing organization. You have experience with Category Management and are looking for the opportunity to continue your learning and drive change within the plumbing, HVAC/R and industrial wholesale industry.

Located at Wolseley Canada’s Burlington, Ontario corporate offices and reporting into the Category Manager, you will be accountable and responsible for managing the execution of all category initiatives that support the assortment strategy. Activities include assortment analysis and category reviews, product life cycle execution, ad hoc reporting and merchandising support.

The Program Specialist understands external market conditions relevant commodities as well as internal business conditions and requirements.

What will you do:

• Analyzes key financial and operational metrics to determine the success of individual programs and products and identifying potential issues, opportunities and assortment improvements

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to execute category strategies

• Work closely with the Category Manager and internal stakeholders to support planogram execution according to our intentional product strategy.

• Support promotional activity within the category and collaborate with marketing and branch operations to effectively execute all flyer, endcap and over and above initiatives

• Supports vendor engagement and negotiations to achieve key program targets
  

​What will you bring

• Post Secondary education in Business Administration, Engineering or related discipline

• 3-5 years of relevant work experience

• Ability to think strategically with excellent analytical skills

• Working knowledge of Excel, tableau, Microsoft BI and PowerPoint

• Strong communication skills with an ability to operate comfortably at all levels within the organization.

• Work effectively with time constraints and meeting deadlines within a fast-paced work environment

• Excellent interpersonal and collaboration skills, builds strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders

• Experience with Pipe, Valve, Fittings or similar commodity products would be an asset.

• Fluency in both French and English is an asset

Existing Position
Compensation: $68,000 to $78,000 Base Salary + 10% Bonus

Our Commitment to You

Wolseley Canada is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, embracing diverse backgrounds and perspectives. We are committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment process with accommodation available on request for candidates participating in all stages of the recruitment and selection process.

Ready to Shape the Future?

Join Wolseley Canada and take the next step in your career. Apply today to become a trusted partner in our mission to deliver excellence and innovation across Canada’s infrastructure.

Please note: Wolseley uses AI-assisted tools to support applicant screening.

Where a salary range is posted, the total compensation range posted for this role represents the total compensation opportunity, which may include base wage, bonuses, commissions, and/or other monetary components, if applicable. Placement in the range will be based on factors such as market conditions, internal equity, candidate experience, skills and qualifications relevant to the role.

Benefits eligibility varies based on employment status and contract length. Full-time permanent positions are eligible for the full benefits package. Fixed-term contract positions may be eligible for health and dental benefits depending on the terms of the position. Short-term contract positions are not eligible for company-sponsored benefits.

This position requires the result of a satisfactory criminal record check. A record under the Criminal Code and/or other federal offence record(s) does not automatically mean you will be ineligible for the position.