Josee Marchand

Develop new products in selected categories

Analyze, negotiate and deliver profit

Align all Banners, suggest planograms

Supervise and train my assistant

• Optimized store layouts with visual merchandising best practices, resulting in increased customer engagement.
• Spearheaded sustainability initiatives within the department, minimizing waste and promoting eco-friendly practices.
• Analyzed sales performance data to identify areas of opportunity for growth or improvement.
• Introduced new product lines that expanded brand reach and diversified revenue streams.

• Assessed potential risks associated with sourcing from new suppliers or regions, implementing mitigation strategies as necessary.
• Fostered a collaborative environment among team members by sharing best practices and encouraging open communication regarding challenges faced in daily tasks.
• Conducted regular performance reviews of vendors, ensuring adherence to service level agreements and quality standards.
• Negotiated favorable pricing and terms with vendors, resulting in cost savings for the company.

• Identified and reported key performance indicators to define successful category management.
• Partnered with buyers to develop category-appropriate order frequency for spend under management.
• Visited supplier offices and plants to investigate facilities and capacity to meet quality requirements, specifications and delivery dates.
• Liaised with [Type] leaders to address supplier performance issues and develop solutions.

• Developed detailed sales forecasts based on historical data, allowing for proactive inventory management decisions.
• Managed a diverse portfolio of products, ensuring optimal mix between high-margin items and cost-effective options for customers.
• Monitored industry trends to identify new business opportunities and emerging product categories for expansion.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop promotional campaigns that effectively increased category awareness and sales growth.

• Fostered a collaborative work environment among team members by sharing best practices, resources, insights, and support when needed.
• Assisted clients in developing effective merchandising strategies that aligned with their brand objectives.
• Developed targeted sales presentations, highlighting key product features and benefits to potential clients.
• Maximized sales potential through proper procedures for prepping, storing, rotating, stocking and merchandising product.
• Involved directly with importing products from Europe

• Idem as Solaia Food Inc.

• Developed detailed sales forecasts based on historical data, allowing for proactive inventory management decisions.
• Managed a diverse portfolio of products, ensuring optimal mix between high-margin items and cost-effective options for customers.
• Monitored industry trends to identify new business opportunities and emerging product categories for expansion.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop promotional campaigns that effectively increased category awareness and sales growth.
• Developed multiple items still listed in their warehouses

• Idem as previous Category Manager

• Started the direct purchasing from scratch in this category.
• Initiated multiples imports such as the 2.3kg clementines box directly from Marocco.
• Developed detailed sales forecasts based on historical data, allowing for proactive inventory management decisions.
• Managed a diverse portfolio of products, ensuring optimal mix between high-margin items and cost-effective options for customers.
• Monitored industry trends to identify new business opportunities and emerging product categories for expansion.
• Reduced inventory costs through effective vendor negotiations and optimizing product assortments.
• Developed multiple items that are still listed.

• Responsible for the inventory levels and sales trends in my categories.
• Processed purchase orders and invoices in accordance with company procedures.
• Reviewed purchasing trends and forecast demand for inventory planning and replenishment.
• Assisted in developing seasonal buying plans, ensuring optimal merchandise assortment to meet customer demands.
• Researched and evaluated market trends and industry developments to optimize purchasing strategies.
• Maintained accurate purchase order records, ensuring timely delivery of goods and smooth communication with vendors.