Retail jobs in Canada

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Counted Sep 28, 2026

Hiring at a glance

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Open jobs: 15,947
Employers: 926

Advertised starting pay

Average starting payCAD / hour: $19.04Across 713 listings
Average starting payCAD / year: $58,168Across 207 listings
Average starting payUSD / hour: $18.66Across 199 listings

Employer-advertised starting pay, not employee salaries. Currencies and pay periods stay separate.

Where work happens

Remote: <1%60 listings
Hybrid: <1%67 listings
On-site: 99%15,814 listings

Not specified: <1% (6 listings)

Employers hiring include Loblaw Companies Limited (1,794), Walmart (734), Walmart Canada (679).

Sources & calculation notes

These figures describe the listings on this role page at the date shown, not the whole job market. Listings can change.

Employer-listed minimums from at least 10 listings per currency and pay period. These are advertised starting amounts, not employee salaries. Jobs without a minimum and unusual amounts are excluded.

Hybrid and on-site classifications may be inferred from descriptions. Check the original ad. How we count

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Brunel

Protein Category Manager

NS, Canada
Nova Scotia, Canada, Canada

Job type: Full-time
Apply by: Oct 28, 2026
Education: Bachelor’s degree
Experience: Minimum 3 years of product/category knowledge, merchandising, or marketing experience.
Posting language: English
Posted: Sep 28, 2026

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Original job description

Protein Category Manager

Amherst, Nova Scotia

Introduction

We are hiring a Protein Category Manager for one of our food service clients based in Amherst, Nova Scotia. The Protein Category Manager will execute product merchandising activities within the assigned division that support goals for all categories of products. In alignment with the Regional Merchandising Manager, collaborates and communicates with key stakeholders on the NA category teams, marketing teams, sales teams and with vendors to execute strategies to achieve sales, margin, and brand goals. Communicates and supports the strategic market share growth and product positioning of the division by aligning our Vendor / Broker partner network to direct selling and educational opportunities that support the best interest of the customers we serve. This role serves as the primary point of contact for the regional vendor/broker community and is responsible to develop, prioritize, and execute best in class partnership strategies that align with the company’s long range plan and divisional goals.

Responsibilities

Communication & Relationship Management

Act as the main divisional liaison with category management, marketing, sales, and vendor partners.
Communicate division-specific KPIs, category performance insights, and market needs.
Build strong partnerships with sales and marketing through regular updates, ride-alongs, and cross-functional collaboration.
Provide timely product and vendor communications including new items, discontinuations, supply issues, and pricing changes.

Sales & Marketing Support

Deliver actionable, relevant product insights to divisional sales and marketing teams.
Support execution of category initiatives, product life-cycle activities, and vendor strategies.
Provide analysis and resolution related to product inquiries or customer concerns.

Category Management

Execute North American category strategies within the division.
Implement go-to-market plans tailored to divisional needs.
Support slot management, product sourcing, and division-wide merchandising activities.
Provide division-specific analytics and recommendations aimed at achieving sales, margin, and brand objectives.

Vendor & Broker Management

Serve as the primary contact for regional supplier and broker partners.
Lead vendor/broker business reviews and align strategies to divisional goals.
Maintain vendor & broker activity in the CRM and monitor partnership performance.
Solicit internal feedback on broker engagement and ensure alignment across all stakeholders.

Cost, Pricing & Supply Chain Support

Provide divisional cost/price feedback to Category and Revenue Management.
Communicate supply chain disruptions and resolution plans to sales and marketing.
Support category teams in managing slot allocations and resolving aging inventory issues.

Continuous Learning & Market Expertise

Maintain strong knowledge of market trends, category developments, and product innovations.
Leverage internal data, external insights, and customer feedback to guide decision-making.
Attend trainings, supplier visits, conferences, and seminars to enhance product and industry knowledge.

Canada-Specific: Centre of Plate (Protein) Responsibilities

Execute protein sourcing plans to meet divisional sales, margin, and brand goals.
Maintain a competitive and relevant product portfolio using a mix of sourcing solutions (national partners, strategic alliances, specialty suppliers).
Manage high-risk inventory, large buys, and supplier negotiations in partnership with procurement and category management.
Lead full product life-cycle management for protein items, including sourcing, introductions, and discontinuations.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field required.
Bilingual English/French preferred.
Minimum 3 years of product/category knowledge, merchandising, or marketing experience.
Experience working with vendors, brokers, and cross-functional commercial teams.
Strong financial acumen (margin, pricing, freight) and analytical skills.
Proficiency with Google Workspace, Microsoft Office, and analytics tools (Excel, reporting platforms).
Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
Creative problem-solver with strong critical-thinking skills.
High attention to detail with excellent organizational and time-management abilities.
Ability to influence others and collaborate across departments.
Comfortable working evenings/weekends as needed based on business demands.
Regular interaction with customers (15%) and suppliers/brokers (30%).
Role is primarily office-based with minimal physical demands.

What We Offer

Why apply through Brunel? Finding the next step in your career can be a fulltime job in itself. We manage the process for you: from submitting your resume to coordinating interviews to extending offers and assisting with on-boarding. We’ll get you going while you get on with the job.

About Us

Brunel has a reputation for working with some of the best in the business. That’s what we continually strive for. Over 45 years, we’ve created a global network of interesting clients and talented individuals working together through a vast array of services.

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Responsibilities

Execute North American category strategies and divisional merchandising plans for protein products, supporting sales, margin, and brand goals. Manage regional vendor and broker partnerships, product sourcing and life cycles, pricing and supply-chain coordination, and provide market insights to sales, marketing, and category teams.

Requirements

A bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field is required, along with at least three years of relevant product, category, merchandising, or marketing experience. Candidates should have vendor and cross-functional team experience, strong financial and analytical skills, proficiency with Google Workspace and Microsoft Office, and excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving abilities; English/French bilingualism is preferred.

Skills

Category Management
Product Merchandising
Vendor Relationship Management
Broker Management
Product Sourcing
Pricing and Margin Analysis
Sales and Marketing Support
Market Analysis
Product Life-Cycle Management
Supply Chain Coordination
Inventory Management
Negotiation
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Communication
Google Workspace
Microsoft Office

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Keywords

Protein Category Management
Food Service
Product Merchandising
Category Strategy
Go-To-Market Plans
Product Sourcing
Vendor Management
Broker Management
Supplier Negotiations
Product Life-Cycle Management
Slot Management
Inventory Management
High-Risk Inventory
Pricing
Margin Analysis
Freight
Supply Chain
Sales and Marketing
Market Share Growth
Brand Strategy
Category Analytics
Customer Feedback
CRM
Google Workspace
Microsoft Office
Excel
Reporting Platforms
Cross-Functional Collaboration

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