McKesson

McKesson

Specialist, Category Management

CAN, ON, Mississauga · Mid

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Green-card follow-through: 81%

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About the role

  • Specialist, Category Management plays a pivotal role in optimizing product categories to achieve business growth and profitability targets for McKesson Canada.
  • This position involves strategic planning, vendor relationship management, and data-driven decision-making to enhance product offerings and market competitiveness.
  • Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and prepare regular reports on category performance, providing insights and recommendations to leadership.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute comprehensive category strategies aligned with overall business objectives and market trends.
  • Manage vendor relationships, including negotiations, contract management, performance reviews, and fostering collaborative partnerships.
  • Analyze sales data, inventory levels, and profitability metrics to identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with marketing, supply chain, sales, and finance teams to ensure seamless execution of category plans.
  • Develop and manage promotional activities, pricing strategies, and product launches to maximize sales and market share.
  • Identify and implement process improvements within category management to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
  • Proven track record of developing and executing successful category strategies that drive significant business results.
  • Conduct in-depth market research, competitive analysis, and consumer insights to identify new opportunities and optimize existing product assortments.
  • Stay abreast of industry trends, regulatory changes, and emerging technologies to maintain a competitive edge.
  • Excellent negotiation and communication skills, with the ability to build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Requirements

  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data, identify trends, and make data-driven decisions.
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and category management software/tools.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Nice to have

  • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
  • Master's degree preferred.

Compensation

  • The pay range shown below is aligned with McKesson's pay philosophy, and pay will always be compliant with any applicable regulations.
  • Our Base Pay Range for this position

Benefits

  • Minimum of 2-5 years of progressive experience in category management, product management, or strategic sourcing, preferably within the healthcare or pharmaceutical distribution industry.

Company info

  • We are known for delivering insights, products, and services that make quality care more accessible and affordable.
  • If you want to be part of tomorrow's health today, we want to hear from you.
  • We are proud to offer a competitive compensation package at McKesson as part of our Total Rewards.

This listing is sourced directly from McKesson's careers page and normalized into a canonical job model.