<p>Are you an experienced <strong>Buyer, Purchasing Specialist, or Analyst</strong> looking to take the next step in your career? Our client is seeking a <strong>Category Manager</strong> to join our clients team and lead multiple product categories within a fast-paced retail environment. This role offers the opportunity to move beyond transactional buying and into strategic category ownership—driving growth, profitability, and innovation.</p><p>You’ll leverage your retail experience and analytical skills to develop category strategies, optimize assortments, and build strong vendor partnerships. If you’re ready to influence business decisions and make a measurable impact, this is the role for you.</p><p><strong><u>Responsibilities:</u></strong></p><ul><li>Transition from tactical buying to full category ownership—developing strategies and implementing plans that align with business goals.</li><li>Create and adjust product assortments and buying strategies based on customer needs and market trends.</li><li>Use your analytical expertise to review financials, manage P& L, and translate insights into actionable strategies.</li><li>Build and maintain strong supplier partnerships to optimize pricing, terms, and profitability.</li><li>Work closely with merchandising, marketing, and operations teams to ensure category success.</li><li>Partner with teams to develop proprietary products and introduce differentiated offerings.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p>
Our client is seeking an experienced Software Developer to support and enhance existing NPC applications. This role involves a mix of application development, configuration updates, and database work, with a strong emphasis on hands-on coding and SQL Server development. The ideal candidate is technically strong, analytical, and comfortable working both independently and as part of a collaborative team. <br> This is an active contract to permanent opportunity with a pay range of $45 - $60/hour (CAD) and a hybrid schedule (3 days onsite in downtown Toronto). <br> Key Responsibilities Develop and maintain NPC applications through: Application code changes Configuration updates Database changes and stored procedure development Perform approximately 70% application development and 30% database work Write, modify, and optimize SQL Server stored procedures Collaborate with team members to analyze requirements and troubleshoot issues Ensure high-quality, maintainable, and well-documented code Participate in code reviews and version control practices <br> Must-Have Qualifications (4+ years) Strong experience with C# (7.0) Hands-on experience with ASP.NET WebForms (Framework 4.7) Strong SQL skills Experience with SQL Server 2019, including stored procedures Familiarity with GitHub or other version control systems Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Ability to work both independently and collaboratively Excellent verbal and written communication skills <br> Good-to-Have Qualifications (3+ years) Experience with AWS Experience building or consuming Web APIs Knowledge of XML Exposure to React.js Strong JavaScript skills Nice-to-Have System or application integration experience Relevant technical certifications This posting represents a current vacancy with our client. If this opportunity aligns with your experience, I’d be happy to connect and discuss further. Our specialized recruiting professionals apply their expertise and utilize our proprietary AI to find you great job matches faster.
We are looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to join our team in Cambridge, Ontario. In this role, you will play a key part in ensuring the accuracy of financial records, preparing statements, and supporting compliance with tax and audit requirements. This position offers an opportunity to collaborate across departments and contribute to the financial success of our retail business.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in compliance with Canadian accounting standards.<br>• Reconcile balance sheet accounts, including intercompany transactions, bank accounts, and fixed assets, to ensure data accuracy.<br>• Manage accounts payable, credit card reconciliations, and journal entries with precision and efficiency.<br>• Assist in budgeting and forecasting processes, providing variance analysis and recommendations for cost optimization.<br>• Support external audit processes by providing required documentation and clear explanations.<br>• Handle tax filings and compliance, including preparing and submitting tax returns and ensuring timely payments.<br>• Oversee daily cash reconciliation, deposit preparation, and payment processing through online banking platforms.<br>• Process vendor bills and payments for multiple entities, ensuring accuracy in journal entries.<br>• Manage employee credit card transactions and maintain proper documentation.<br>• Maintain organized financial records and support the transition to electronic document management systems.
We are looking for an experienced Procurement Specialist to join our team on a long-term contract basis in Toronto, Ontario. In this role, you will play a key part in managing procurement processes, ensuring compliance with public sector guidelines, and optimizing vendor relationships. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to the healthcare industry while working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee procurement activities, including purchase orders and non-purchase order items, ensuring accuracy and efficiency.<br>• Act as the primary point of contact for procurement-related requests and inquiries across the organization.<br>• Review and manage contracts, including auto-renewal agreements, to ensure compliance and alignment with organizational goals.<br>• Implement updates to procurement processes and guidelines to streamline operations.<br>• Collaborate with vendors and suppliers to negotiate pricing and secure favourable terms.<br>• Monitor inventory levels and manage materials handling to meet operational demands.<br>• Utilize tools such as Microsoft Excel and ERP systems to track procurement activities and generate reports.<br>• Ensure adherence to public sector procurement standards and regulations.<br>• Support ad-hoc procurement needs and provide timely solutions to organizational challenges.<br>• Work closely with internal teams to align procurement strategies with business objectives.
<p>We are looking for an experienced and innovative Marketing Specialist to join our client's team on a contract basis. In this role, you will be responsible for driving strategic marketing initiatives and executing campaigns that resonate with both B2C and B2B audiences. This position is based in Toronto, Ontario, with travel required up to 50% of the time.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Develop and maintain a comprehensive marketing calendar, aligning campaigns with organizational objectives for both consumer and business audiences.</p><p>• Plan and oversee marketing projects, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to brand standards.</p><p>• Monitor and analyze key performance metrics, using data insights to optimize content and strategies.</p><p>• Conduct customer surveys and translate feedback into actionable marketing tactics to improve engagement.</p><p>• Manage end-to-end marketing campaigns, including coordinating with contractors and collaborators to ensure seamless execution.</p><p>• Create visually appealing assets and edit video content to support social media and advertising efforts.</p><p>• Oversee the growth and management of social media channels, including TikTok, Instagram, LinkedIn, Pinterest, and YouTube.</p><p>• Foster community engagement through proactive interactions on platforms like Facebook Groups.</p><p>• Execute targeted advertising campaigns for both B2C and B2B audiences to drive brand awareness and market performance.</p>
