Category Business Planner

Location: Toronto, ON (Hybrid, 4 days on-site)
Language: Advanced proficiency in English, both written and spoken
Background Check Requirement: Criminal record check and employment references required

About the Opportunity
Our client, a leading organization in the Canadian retail sector, is seeking a strategic and analytical Category Business Planner to help drive financial performance across key merchandise categories. This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking, fast-evolving environment where innovation, collaboration, and data-driven decision-making are at the core of success.

In this role, you will partner closely with senior merchandising leaders and cross-functional teams to shape financial plans, optimize forecasts, and influence key business outcomes. You will play a critical role in translating insights into action, helping teams navigate complexity while driving measurable impact across the business.

What’s in it for You
Join a collaborative and high-performing team that values curiosity, innovation, and continuous improvement. You will gain exposure to senior leadership and play a visible role in shaping category strategy and performance.

This organization fosters a culture that encourages new ideas, supports professional growth, and values work-life balance. It is an environment where your insights are heard, and your contributions directly influence business success.

Your Responsibilities

• You’ll lead the development of annual financial plans and ongoing weekly forecasts for assigned business categories
• In this role, you’ll analyze performance trends and provide recommendations to optimize financial outcomes
• You’ll partner with merchandising leaders to identify risks and opportunities within forecasts and plans
• You’ll build and maintain reporting tools to support both ongoing and ad-hoc business needs
• You’ll collaborate with cross-functional teams including supply chain and promotions to align on operational goals
• You’ll contribute to process improvements and support initiatives that enhance planning capabilities

Skills and Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in retail, financial planning, or merchandise planning
• Strong understanding of retail math and key business drivers impacting P&L
• Proven analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate data into insights
• Experience with forecasting and financial planning tools is considered an asset
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present recommendations clearly
• Collaborative mindset with strong relationship-building and influencing abilities
• Post-secondary education in business, finance, or a related field

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive base salary: $65,000 – $80,000 a year
• Performance-based bonus structure
• Health, dental, and wellness benefits from day one
• Paid time off
• Company retirement matching program
• Additional flexible time off options
• Hybrid work environment

About Canadian Tire Corporation
Canadian Tire Corporation, Limited (CTC) is one of Canada’s most trusted companies, with 90+ Owned Brands, 1,700 retail locations, and leading e-commerce and financial services. They innovate with purpose, investing in technology, products, and talent to drive the business forward. CTC offers competitive pay, benefits, learning opportunities, and mental health support. Guided by their Core Values of inclusion, innovation, outcomes, collaboration, and personal responsibility, they aim to make life in Canada better. With wide-ranging career opportunities, there is a place for you at CTC.

Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging
CTC is committed to fostering a culture of belonging where diversity, inclusion, and equity are valued, all individuals are treated with dignity and respect, and they work together to make life in Canada better.

Accommodations
CTC is committed to inclusion and welcoming candidates from equity-seeking groups, providing accommodations throughout the application and interview process to support your needs.

Why Partner with Altis
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We appreciate the time and effort all applicants invest in their submissions. Please note that only candidates shortlisted for this role will be contacted directly. However, your profile will remain under consideration for future opportunities that align with your experience and career goals. All qualified applicants will receive fair consideration for employment. We welcome individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities including those who identify as women, members of racialized groups, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ communities. If you require an accommodation, please review our accessibility policy and reach out to our accessibility officer with any questions. Our human recruiters review all applications and always make the final hiring decision. On occasion, we also use AI-assisted tools to help review applications.