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Who we are:M.C.P. McCaughey Consumer Products Inc. (MCP) is a leading full-service national distributor providing sales, marketing & brand strategy development in the Canadian marketplace for over 25 years.Our extensive portfolio of brands includes Dr. Scholls, Salon Pas, Breathe Right, EOS, Freeman Beauty, Real Techniques, Dr. Teals and more!Who we are looking for:We are looking for a dynamic, passionate, self-starter to join our growing Category & Insights team as the Category Development Advisor.Reporting to the Director, Category & Insights Strategy, the Category Development Advisor will work as vendor advisor for Walmart in a leading OTC category, as well as work internally on category development strategies for key categories & brands.If you have a natural curiosity, are detail-oriented, have an entrepreneurial spirit & a passion for category management, this is the perfect opportunity for you.Responsibilities:External - Walmart Category Advisor 40%Act as an external consultant to Walmart as a trusted and expert advisor to the CategoryWork closely with the Walmart Category Manager(s) leading the annual modular relay process & category review for both National & Quebec Identify opportunities & category strategies by analyzing market and account specific data to determine paths to growth for Category for WalmartPresent professional, fact-based recommendations and solutions to Walmart senior leadership Recommend optimal assortment, positioning and pricing strategies by supporting and driving effective space to sales analysis for all products and segments in the categoryWork with Walmart Private Label team to identify opportunities as it pertains to Category strategyPrepare & deliver weekly reports, quarterly category deep dives, ongoing projects and ad hoc work specified by the Walmart Category Manager(s)Internal Category & Insights 60%Develop insights & solutions to grow the size and value of MCP assigned categoriesConduct channel specific deep dives to develop unbiased category recommendations including planogram development strategies & optimizationRecommend Gold Standard merchandising strategies for strategic MCP categories when neededPartner with Walmart for category validation opportunitiesInsights analysis & category story development Contribute to the Quarterly Retailer Landscape that keeps our partners informed on economic & retailer sentiment in CanadaAdditional category & insights ad hoc requests and projects as neededQualifications:Post secondary education with an emphasis on business/marketing or related field2+ years of experience within CPG in category management, shopper insights or related fieldPrevious experience as a category captain/advisor on a major National Retailer or Walmart an assetPrior experience analyzing retailer data, presenting key findings and recommendations across various levels of the organizationKnowledge of Category Management principles and tools Proficient in the use of syndicated & retailer data (Nielsen, Retail Link)Advanced skills in Excel and PowerPointKnowledge of JDA Prospace or other space planning software an assetAbility to multi-task on several projects effectivelySelf-starter, critical thinker, detail oriented, deadline drivenWhats in it for you:Growing company with a great reputation and a dynamic, friendly 'family-feel' culture.Competitive compensation package including an annual bonus program and Group RRSPComprehensive company paid employee benefits program, including health, dental, life insurancePaid time off and half-day Friday during the summer rest of year, 8am-3pm on Fridays.Hybrid work environment, work from home 3 days a week, 2 days in office (and as required).Renovated offices & stocked kitchen that includes beverages & snacks.Various social events through the year.Collaborative and supportive team environment, potential for growthHeadoffice is based in Burlington, ON:Only those candidates under consideration will be contacted.MCP is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, or disability. Disability-related accommodations during the hiring process are available upon request