Specialist, Category Management
Core
Optimizing product categories to achieve business growth and profitability targets through strategic planning, vendor management, and data-driven decision-making.
Role type
Sr. Specialist, Category Management
Builds
Product assortments and category strategies for McKesson Canada
Domain
Healthcare / Pharmaceutical distribution
Deliverable
product features
Required skills
Strategic planning, market research, competitive analysis, vendor relationship management, contract negotiation, data analysis, financial metrics interpretation, cross-functional collaboration, promotional strategy, pricing strategy, process improvement, project management
Preferred skills
Master's degree, experience in healthcare or pharmaceutical distribution
Technologies
Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, category management software
Responsibilities
Develop and execute comprehensive category strategies; Conduct market research and competitive analysis; Manage vendor relationships and negotiations; Analyze sales data and profitability metrics; Collaborate with marketing, supply chain, sales, and finance teams; Develop promotional activities and pricing strategies; Monitor KPIs and prepare performance reports; Identify and implement process improvements; Stay abreast of industry trends and regulatory changes