<p>We are looking for a skilled Category Manager to oversee the strategy and performance of a defined product portfolio within the foodservice wholesale sector. This role involves managing supplier relationships, optimizing category performance, and driving growth initiatives for B2B and hospitality customers. If you thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume environment and have a strong background in foodservice procurement, this position is an excellent opportunity to make a significant impact.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Take ownership of category performance, including sales growth, margin management, inventory levels, and service standards.</p><p>• Develop and implement effective category strategies that align with the organization’s wholesale growth objectives.</p><p>• Manage supplier partnerships, focusing on pricing negotiations, rebate programs, and promotional funding.</p><p>• Oversee pricing decisions and margin strategies across various categories.</p><p>• Drive product assortment optimization, rationalization, and the introduction of new items.</p><p>• Collaborate with internal teams such as supply chain, operations, finance, marketing, and ecommerce to enhance business outcomes.</p><p>• Analyze sales, cost, and inventory data to identify opportunities for improvement and mitigate potential risks.</p>
We are looking for an experienced IT Manager to lead and oversee our organization's information technology operations in Bracebridge, Ontario. This role requires a strategic thinker who can drive technological initiatives, ensure systems efficiency, and align IT services with business objectives. The ideal candidate will bring strong leadership skills and a comprehensive understanding of IT infrastructure, security, and innovation.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Develop and manage IT services, programs, and support systems across the organization.<br>• Provide strategic guidance to senior management on system integrations and technology solutions to achieve business goals.<br>• Ensure the security, reliability, and integrity of information systems and communication equipment.<br>• Lead the design, development, and implementation of new applications and updates to existing systems.<br>• Create and maintain backup and disaster recovery plans to safeguard business continuity.<br>• Research and adopt emerging technologies to enhance corporate operations and productivity.<br>• Oversee IT project management, including requirement gathering, milestone planning, and post-project evaluations.<br>• Manage the IT budget effectively, ensuring cost-efficient acquisition of technology resources and services.<br>• Coordinate with vendors and service providers to secure reliable support and cost-effective solutions.<br>• Develop and deliver business intelligence reports and tools to support decision-making processes.
<p><strong>THE ROLE:</strong> </p><p>We are seeking an experienced Manager of Business Applications to lead the strategy, delivery, and optimization of enterprise systems that support core business operations. This role blends leadership, technology, and business problem‑solving—partnering closely with stakeholders, IT teams, and vendors to ensure applications are secure, scalable, and aligned to organizational goals.</p><p><em>Key Responsibilities:</em></p><ul><li>Own and evolve the enterprise application roadmap in alignment with business priorities</li><li>Lead, mentor, and develop a team of application analysts and technical resources</li><li>Serve as the escalation point for complex application challenges and decisions</li><li>Oversee implementation, integration, and lifecycle management of ERP and other core systems</li><li>Ensure applications meet performance, security, and compliance standards</li><li>Partner with business leaders to translate requirements into effective technical solutions</li><li>Drive process improvements through automation and application capabilities</li><li>Manage vendor relationships, contracts, and application budgets</li><li>Establish governance standards for architecture, data integrity, access controls, and documentation</li></ul><p><strong>WHY THIS ROLE?</strong></p><p>This is a high‑influence role for a leader who enjoys driving technology that enables real business outcomes. You’ll play a central role in shaping how enterprise applications support growth while working with a collaborative, forward‑thinking team. The position offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and the flexibility of a remote work environment. While this role can be remote, we have a preference for candidates located in the Calgary, AB. Or Vancouver, BC area to support easier collaboration for team requirements and cross-functional work. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates and location will not be used as a basis for excluding otherwise strong applicants. </p><p>A rare opportunity to lead enterprise applications with real ownership, influence, and visibility - apply today!</p>
