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- Full-time
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Warehouse Worker-Outbound (Up-to 6 mos Term)
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Winnipeg, MB
- Part-time
Ability to obtain certification is required; · Must have knowledge of airport/airplane loading procedures;
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The North West Company
Winnipeg, MB
- Full-time
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Category Assistant - Food
The North West Company
Winnipeg, MB
- Full-time
Must have demonstrated good written and verbal communication skills

The North West Company

Category Assistant - Food

Winnipeg, MB, Canada

Full-time

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Job details

Job type: Full-time
Posting language: English
Posted: Sep 22, 2026

Original job description

In your role as a Category Assistant – Food at The North West Company (TNWC); you will be responsible to assist the Category Manager with the day-to-day tasks of managing the category. You will compile data and reports required to monitor the Category performance, maintain vendor directory, investigate and respond to Stores and Category teams’ inquiries regarding the category; and provide support for all category promotional activities.

Joining TNWC gives you the opportunity for development throughout the company, a competitive salary and benefits package, and to be part of a dynamic and diverse culture.

TNWC is a leading retailer to under-served rural communities and urban neighborhood markets in the following regions: Northern Canada, Western Canada, rural Alaska, the South Pacific islands, and the Caribbean. Our stores offer a broad range of products and services with an emphasis on food. Our value offer is to be the best local shopping choice for everyday household and local lifestyle needs. Check out northwest.ca for more information.

Your Role:

Coordinate the data and information required for item and verifies list is accurate.
Coordinate Category calendar and vendor meetings.
Validate vendor submissions and submits to the Data Management team for processing.
Respond to questions from the Data Management teams to ensure complete and accurate item setup.
Send communications to stores about item updates.
Submit necessary category updates for communication.
Respond to Store Connect tickets assigned to the Category Team, ensuring the resolution of store issues, and escalating when necessary to ensure a satisfactory conclusion for all tickets.
Compile data and draft reports and presentations for Category Manager approval.
Support the Category Manager in the monitoring of promotional planning and planogram reviews.
Perform the administration related to Category promotional activities.
Conduct analyses as requested by the Category Manager for weekly, monthly, and quarterly variance reports.
Review and monitors reporting as required and takes necessary actions or escalates as need.

Desired Skills & Experience:

Previous experience working in an office support and/or in an administrative assistant role is required.
Post-secondary education in business or related field or a College diploma is an asset.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, with a focus on: Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Must have demonstrated good written and verbal communication skills.
Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
Must be detail conscious and demonstrate a high level of accuracy.

Location: Gibraltar House, 77 Main Street, Winnipeg MB

Reports To: Category Manager

We create a collaborative and constructive culture by:

Being Enterprising

Committing to our Customer
Working with Passion
Leading and Developing Others
Demonstrating Respect and Inclusivity
Building Trust

The North West Company is committed to inclusion and diversity and encourages applications from all candidates including but not limited to: all religions and ethnicities, LGBTQ2s+, BIPOC, and persons with disabilities.

A competitive salary is being offered along with opportunities to learn, develop and advance throughout the organization. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

This is an active job opening for a position that is currently available and we are actively seeking to fill.

For Internal Employees Only:

Internal employees are required to apply within 5 working days of the position being posted. Applications received after this period may still be considered. This opportunity adheres to the corporate job posting guidelines.

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Responsibilities

The Category Assistant supports the Category Manager by compiling performance data, managing vendor directories, and coordinating promotional activities. They also handle store inquiries, maintain item lists, and assist with reporting and planogram reviews.

Requirements

Candidates should have previous experience in an office support or administrative role. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and strong written and verbal communication skills are required.

Skills

Administrative support
Data management
Reporting
Vendor management
Microsoft Office Suite
Word
Excel
PowerPoint
Communication skills
Analytical skills
Problem-solving
Attention to detail
Promotional planning
Planogram reviews
Record keeping

Benefits

Competitive salary
Benefits package
Professional development opportunities

Visa sponsorship

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Keywords

Category Management
Administrative Assistant
Retail
Data Analysis
Vendor Relations
Promotional Planning
Planogram
Reporting
Microsoft Office
Excel
Word
PowerPoint
Inventory Management
Store Operations
Communication
Problem Solving
Data Entry
Documentation
Business Administration

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