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Lee Valley Tools

Associate Category Manager

Ottawa, ON, Canada

$60,000 to $75,000 CAD / year · Full-time

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Pay: $60,000 to $75,000 CAD / year
Job type: Full-time
Experience: 0-2 years’ related experience in retail, product related roles, or relevant fields Or
Posting language: English
Posted: Oct 9, 2026

Original job description

About Lee Valley:

Since 1978, Lee Valley has recognized that for many, woodworking and gardening are more than just hobbies. Lee Valley Tools enjoys a proud history of providing high-quality woodworking, gardening, hobby, hardware, gift and seasonal merchandise to customers worldwide. We pride ourselves on providing quality products and renowned customer service.

Lee Valley has been honored with many prestigious awards, including being recognized as one of Canada's Best Managed Companies by Deloitte. Additionally, we ranked #1 for In-Store Experience in Ontario by Leger Marketing Inc.

A position at Lee Valley is more than just a job – we honor the time and dedication that our people give by providing sustained and meaningful employment while striving to provide an environment where learning and development are encouraged.

Overview:

The Associate Category Manager plays a vital role in delivering compelling and innovative products that resonate with our customers and drive business performance. This position supports the end-to-end management of assigned product sub-categories, with a dual focus on introducing new products to market and optimizing the performance of existing portfolios. By working collaboratively across internal teams and with external vendors, the Associate Category Manager helps ensure category strategies align with customer needs, financial goals, and the company’s commitment to quality and craftsmanship.

The ideal candidate will be someone who can think critically about products and their value to customers, demonstrate curiosity and initiative in understanding how and why products succeed and to contribute thoughtfully to product selection, positioning and performance. If you love products especially woodworking, gardening tools, we want to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities:

Product Sourcing & Development

Support the development and execution of sourcing strategies by identifying and prioritizing new products and promotions that deliver value to customers
Evaluate products and recommend additions based on quality, function, and customer relevance
Develop business cases for new products, incorporating inputs such as competitive analysis, costing, sales data, and product testing

Vendor & Product Management

Build and manage relationships with new and existing vendors, working collaboratively to improve cost, quality, reliability, and innovation
Participate in supplier discussions, including pricing, product specifications, and timelines
Oversee product setup, including SKU-level costing, quality control, and compliance during onboarding
Help discover and launch new products

Category & Portfolio Management

Support the ongoing performance of assigned sub-categories, balancing new product introduction with optimization of existing assortments
Assist in assortment planning, product reviews, and line rationalization
Identify opportunities to improve product mix, performance, and customer value
Contribute to strategic planning for product lines and category growth

Market & Customer Insight

Conduct market research and analyze trends, competitors, and customer needs
Liaise with internal teams to gather insights that inform product decisions and opportunities
Identify potential markets and opportunities for product expansion

Planning, Financials & Reporting

Work with the Planning team to align product budgets and inventory forecasts
Monitor key product and category metrics (sales, margin, inventory)
Support reporting and analysis to track performance and inform decisions

Knowledge and Skills:

Bachelor's degree in business or related discipline
A genuine interest in woodworking, tools, gardening, or related product categories.
Curiosity about how products are designed, used, and improved.
0-2 years’ related experience in retail, product related roles, or relevant fields Or
Hands-on experience (personal or professional) with woodworking, tools, or making things with your hands.
Ability to make routine, low-impact financial decisions within clear parameters and limited budget.
Ability to evaluate a product and recommend an appropriate business case
Highly organized with the ability to multi-task and prioritize effectively
Self-driven and proactive
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple deadlines
Negotiation skills
Teamwork and collaboration
Highly proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

What we offer:

A competitive compensation program, including base salary, comprehensive health and dental benefits, and a matching group retirement savings plan.
Paid vacation and sick leave to support your well-being and work-life balance.
A generous Lee Valley employee discount.
A supportive, family-oriented environment that encourages learning, growth, and long-term development.

Salary Range: $60,000 - $75,000

Diversity and Inclusion:

At Lee Valley, we are proud to celebrate and foster a diverse team of professionals. We take pride in nurturing an inclusive culture that empowers our people to be their authentic selves, celebrate their differences and love where they work. Our diverse community combined with our inclusive culture, is what sets us apart in the industry.

We encourage all candidates to apply for job opportunities with Lee Valley regardless of race, national origin, colour, religion, age, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital and family status, or disability.

Our Approach to Artificial Intelligence in Recruitment

We believe that hiring decisions should be grounded in human judgment, thoughtful evaluation, and meaningful dialogue.

At Lee Valley, we do not use artificial intelligence tools to screen, rank, or make automated decisions about candidates. All applications are reviewed by members of our hiring team, and selection decisions are made through human assessment and professional judgment.

We are committed to a fair, transparent, and equitable recruitment process where candidates are evaluated based on their experience, skills, and potential - not by automated systems.

Accommodation Requests

If you require accommodation during the recruitment and selection process, please do not hesitate to reach out.

How to Apply:

Please visit our careers page at https://www.leevalley.com/en-ca/careers

Please include a cover letter to support your application.

We thank all applicants, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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Responsibilities

The Associate Category Manager supports the end-to-end management of product sub-categories by sourcing new products and optimizing existing portfolios. They collaborate with internal teams and vendors to ensure category strategies align with financial goals and customer needs.

Requirements

Candidates should have a bachelor's degree in business or a related field, along with 0-2 years of experience in retail or product-related roles. A genuine interest in woodworking, gardening, or tools is highly valued, as is the ability to manage multiple deadlines and work collaboratively.

Skills

Product sourcing
Vendor management
Category management
Market research
Financial analysis
Inventory forecasting
Negotiation
Business case development
Assortment planning
Data analysis
Microsoft Office Suite
Collaboration
Critical thinking
Project management
Communication

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental benefits
Paid vacation
Sick leave
Employee discount

Visa sponsorship

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Keywords

Category Management
Product Sourcing
Vendor Relations
Retail
Woodworking
Gardening
Inventory Management
Market Analysis
Business Case
SKU Management
Line Rationalization
Product Development
Microsoft Office
Financial Reporting
Customer Insights
Procurement
Supply Chain
Merchandising

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