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SiteOne Landscape Supply · 11 hours ago

Category Manager – Hardscapes (Hybrid)

SiteOne Landscape Supply is the largest national distributor of landscaping products across the United States and Canada. The Hardscapes Category Manager is responsible for developing and delivering a profitable growth strategy and operational plan for the hardscapes category, including assortment planning, supplier negotiations, and pricing strategies.

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Responsibilities

Develop multi-year strategies and business plans for the Hardscapes category, supported by executable initiatives that deliver results in line with short- and long-term goals
Identify Preferred and Secondary suppliers. Drive Brand/SKU rationalization to streamline and simplify business
Identify new products, services and innovation to be included in our offering
Execute product line reviews. Review suppliers' performance against predetermined score cards and lead activities to improve results. Leverage supplier relationships to optimize assortment; and work with key support functions to ensure implementation
Manage the financial targets for a category and influence assortment guidelines and parameters
Recommend product pricing guidelines consistent with pricing strategy. Ensure accurate and competitive pricing across the category in partnership with category director and pricing team
Influence supplier strategy and execute the supplier portfolio. Recommend strategy on sourcing and developing new suppliers and negotiating terms
Collaborate with supply chain on forecasting, ensuring all aspects of the supplier agreement are being adhered to such as pre-paid minimums, quantity breaks, lead times etc
Collaborate with merchandising team and branches for set-up of all merchandising fixtures and products for current and new programs
Oversee visual representation of the product lines in all marketing material including catalogs, e-commerce, promotions, etc
Ensure compliance with all applicable regulations from governing agencies, including Federal and State Import/Export Regulations

Qualification

Category managementSupplier negotiationFinancial analysisExcelPricing strategyProduct inventory managementCustomer serviceData-driven approachSales experienceDegree in BusinessLeadership skillsRelationship buildingCommunication skillsCollaboration

Required

Experience working for or partnering with hardscape manufacturers or suppliers is strongly preferred
Experience managing and growing a product category, including assortment planning, supplier strategy, and performance optimization
Strong negotiating experience with demonstrated ability to secure favorable terms and drive supplier accountability; experience negotiating rebate programs a plus
Capable of interpreting financial results, analyzing supplier costs, and managing within budget parameters
Intermediate Excel skills required; foundational experience with Power BI preferred
Expertise in pricing and merchandising strategies that support both profitability and market competitiveness
Previous sales experience with a customer-obsessed mindset and strong relationship-building skills
Expert understanding of product inventory management and demand forecasting preferred
Excellent communication, customer service, and leadership skills with the ability to influence across functions
A collaborative, data-driven approach with the confidence to make strategic recommendations and drive execution
Degree in Business, Management, or a related discipline

Benefits

Medical, Dental and Vision plans
Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays
DailyPay available!
401k with company match
Tuition Reimbursement
Lucrative Associate Referral Program
Company Apparel and Work Boot Vouchers
Opportunity for Advancement
Paid Training and Business Certifications Available
Free Counseling Services/Employee Assistance Program
Life Insurance and Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance
Product Discounts
Most Branches never work Sundays!

Company

SiteOne Landscape Supply

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SiteOne Landscape Supply is the largest national distributor of landscaping products across the United States and Canada.

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Brianna Gonzalez, PHR SHRM-CP
Division HR Business Partner - West
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David E. Black
Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)
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