Top Benefits
About the role
JOIN OUR TEAM!
At Couche-Tard/Circle K, our mission is simple: to make our customer’s lives a little easier everyday. You may have already stopped for coffee, refueling your car, or eating something on the go. Then, you know what Couche-Tard/Circle K is. We have grown into a successful global company with over 17,000 stores in 29 countries, serving almost 9 million customers every day. In total, approximately 149,000 people work in our stores and offices. We make journeys easier by offering fast and friendly service. We care about our people and our communities, and we look for ways to uplift people first. Wherever your journey’s going, we can help you get there. Are you ready to grow your career? Let's grow together!
Project Manager, Assortment Capabilities NA
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Department: Global Merchandising
Location: On site, Laval, QC (4204 boulevard Industriel, H7L 0E3)
Type of employment: Permanent, Full Time (40 hours)
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THE ROLE
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Project Manager to advance North American Assortment Capabilities and strengthen data-driven merchandising at Couche-Tard/Circle K. In this role, you will manage the design, implementation, and adoption of assortment planning tools and processes, enabling smarter product mix and space decisions across our network. You will partner closely with Global Tech, Data & Analytics, Merchandising, and Business Unit teams to deliver projects on time, ensure alignment, and embed new capabilities into everyday merchandising practices. The ideal candidate is highly organized, thrives on collaboration, and has a proven ability to manage complex projects while keeping stakeholders engaged and focused on business outcomes.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
Want to start your career with us? Here's an overview of the main responsibilities of this position:
- Manage assortment projects end-to-end, including scoping, planning, resourcing, risk management, and progress tracking.
- Act as project lead and liaison between Global Tech, Data & Analytics, and Merchandising teams to design and implement assortment planning tools and data-driven processes.
- Translate business needs into clear requirements, working closely with stakeholders to prioritize enhancements and ensure solutions meet merchandising and operational goals.
- Facilitate cross-functional collaboration, engaging Business Unit leaders, Category Managers, and Store Operations to drive adoption of assortment tools and ways of working.
- Support testing and validation of new assortment approaches, capturing learnings and integrating improvements into processes and systems.
- Develop project updates and executive-ready presentations, communicating progress, risks, and recommendations to leadership.
- Partner with Global Merchandising Excellence team to integrate new assortment tools and practices into Category Management and Merchandising Analytics training programs.
- Champion a data-driven mindset, embedding assortment analytics into decision-making processes across the merchandising community.
- Coordinate with the broader Merchandising Capabilities team (Pricing, Promotions, Space, and Analytics) to ensure consistency and integration of capabilities.
WHAT YOU’LL NEED
We want you to join our team! Here's what we're looking for:
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Merchandising, or related field (Master’s degree preferred).
Experience:
- 3–5 years of experience in CPG, retail merchandising, or strategy consulting.
Knowledge and skills:
- Strong project management skills, with proven ability to manage multiple priorities, track progress, and deliver results under tight timelines.
- Familiarity with assortment planning, product mix optimization, and space planning concepts in a multi-unit retail environment.
- Ability to deal well with ambiguity, complexity, change and pace. Comfortable managing multiple projects and tasks, prioritizing amongst them.
- Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, with strong ability to synthesize and simplify complex ideas into compelling presentations.
- Analytical mindset with an ability to think broadly, refine questions, and develop strategic frameworks and executional approaches.
- Category Management and Project Management (Scrum) experience a plus.
- High proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Power BI, PowerPoint, Word).
- Ability to travel up to 10% (including international); valid passport required.
- Flexibility around working hours required, working with teams across time zones
Language skills:
- Bilingualism required (Advanced French and English) both spoken and written, as the person will be required to work and communicate regularly in English while performing the tasks outlined above. Specifically, the role requires collaboration with global teams.
WHY YOU SHOULD WORK HERE:
At Couche-Tard/Circle K, we believe that our team members are the heart and soul of our business. When you join us, you're not just getting a job – you're becoming part of a vibrant community where your talents are valued, your growth is nurtured, and your contributions make a real difference. Here's why you'll love working with us:
Benefits package:
- Group Insurance Program: Stay healthy and happy! Our plan provides you with the flexibility to choose coverage that best meets your needs and add optional insurance (health and dental care, long-term disability, life insurance, health spending account)
- Pension Plan: Plan for your future and retire with peace of mind with our pension plan, helping you build a secure financial future.
- Share Purchase Plan: Invest in your future and share in our success with our employee stock purchase plan, allowing you to become a shareholder of Couche-Tard/Circle K.
- Paid Time Off: Recharge and rejuvenate with paid time off, including vacation days, sick days, and personal days to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance.
Additional Perks:
- Employee Discounts: Enjoy exclusive discounts on our products and services, making it even easier to fuel up and stock up on your favorite goodies.
- Training and Development: Grow your skills and advance your career with access to ongoing training and development opportunities, including workshops, seminars, and online courses.
- Recognition and Rewards: We celebrate our team's achievements and milestones with a range of recognition programs, rewards, and incentives to show our appreciation for your hard work and dedication.
- Mentorship Program: Take your career to new heights with our mentorship program, where seasoned professionals provide guidance, support, and valuable insights to help you reach your full potential.
- Scholarship Program: Invest in your education and future success with our scholarship program, available not only to our employees but also to their children. We're committed to supporting your lifelong learning journey and empowering you to achieve your academic and career goals.
INTERESTED? You are only a few clicks away from joining an exceptional company! Visit our careers page at https://workwithus.circlek.com/ca/en to submit your application. We can't wait to hear from you!
At Couche-Tard/Circle K, we're committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone is treated with respect and dignity. We welcome individuals from all backgrounds and walks of life to join our team and contribute their unique perspectives and talents.
We thank all candidates for their interest in this position. Please note that only selected candidates will be contacted for further steps in the hiring process.
#LI-GE1
Couche-Tard / Circle K valorise la diversité et de l’inclusion et vise à créer un milieu de travail sain, accessible et gratifiant qui met en valeur la contribution unique de nos employés au succès de notre entreprise. En tant qu'employeur qui s'engage à respecter l'équité en matière d'emploi, nous encourageons les candidatures les plus diverses afin de pouvoir nous doter d’un effectif varié et représentatif de nos clients et des communautés que l’on sert. Des accommodements sont disponibles sur demande pour les candidats qui participent à tous les aspects du processus de sélection.
About Couche-Tard
An entrepreneur at heart with a genuine passion for customer service, Alain Bouchard opened the very first Couche-Tard in Laval in 1980. Since then, the small neighbourhood convenience store has continued to expand and now enjoys a global presence.
Couche-Tard is the leader in the Canadian convenience store industry. In the United States, it is the largest independent convenience store operator in terms of the number of company-operated stores. As of February 3, 2019, Couche-Tard’s network comprised 9,933 convenience stores throughout North America, including 8,662 stores with road transportation fuel dispensing.
In Europe, Couche-Tard operates a broad retail network across Scandinavia, Ireland, Poland, the Baltics and Russia through ten business units. As of February 3, 2019, Couche-Tard’s network comprised 2,709 stores, the majority of which offer road transportation fuel and convenience products while the others are unmanned automated fuel stations which only offer road transportation fuel.
In addition, under licensing agreements, more than 2,100 stores are operated under the Circle K banner in 14 other countries and territories (Cambodia, China, Costa Rica, Egypt, Guam, Honduras, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Macau, Mexico, Mongolia, Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates and Vietnam), which brings the worldwide total network to more than 16,000 stores.
Working in the great Couche-Tard/Circle K family also means belonging to a vast network of convenience stores that gives its customers a total shopping experience. Overall, the Couche-Tard network employs over 130,000 people dedicated to making its customers' lives a little easier every day.
Top Benefits
About the role
JOIN OUR TEAM!
At Couche-Tard/Circle K, our mission is simple: to make our customer’s lives a little easier everyday. You may have already stopped for coffee, refueling your car, or eating something on the go. Then, you know what Couche-Tard/Circle K is. We have grown into a successful global company with over 17,000 stores in 29 countries, serving almost 9 million customers every day. In total, approximately 149,000 people work in our stores and offices. We make journeys easier by offering fast and friendly service. We care about our people and our communities, and we look for ways to uplift people first. Wherever your journey’s going, we can help you get there. Are you ready to grow your career? Let's grow together!
Project Manager, Assortment Capabilities NA
________________________________________________________________
Department: Global Merchandising
Location: On site, Laval, QC (4204 boulevard Industriel, H7L 0E3)
Type of employment: Permanent, Full Time (40 hours)
________________________________________________________________
THE ROLE
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Project Manager to advance North American Assortment Capabilities and strengthen data-driven merchandising at Couche-Tard/Circle K. In this role, you will manage the design, implementation, and adoption of assortment planning tools and processes, enabling smarter product mix and space decisions across our network. You will partner closely with Global Tech, Data & Analytics, Merchandising, and Business Unit teams to deliver projects on time, ensure alignment, and embed new capabilities into everyday merchandising practices. The ideal candidate is highly organized, thrives on collaboration, and has a proven ability to manage complex projects while keeping stakeholders engaged and focused on business outcomes.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
Want to start your career with us? Here's an overview of the main responsibilities of this position:
- Manage assortment projects end-to-end, including scoping, planning, resourcing, risk management, and progress tracking.
- Act as project lead and liaison between Global Tech, Data & Analytics, and Merchandising teams to design and implement assortment planning tools and data-driven processes.
- Translate business needs into clear requirements, working closely with stakeholders to prioritize enhancements and ensure solutions meet merchandising and operational goals.
- Facilitate cross-functional collaboration, engaging Business Unit leaders, Category Managers, and Store Operations to drive adoption of assortment tools and ways of working.
- Support testing and validation of new assortment approaches, capturing learnings and integrating improvements into processes and systems.
- Develop project updates and executive-ready presentations, communicating progress, risks, and recommendations to leadership.
- Partner with Global Merchandising Excellence team to integrate new assortment tools and practices into Category Management and Merchandising Analytics training programs.
- Champion a data-driven mindset, embedding assortment analytics into decision-making processes across the merchandising community.
- Coordinate with the broader Merchandising Capabilities team (Pricing, Promotions, Space, and Analytics) to ensure consistency and integration of capabilities.
WHAT YOU’LL NEED
We want you to join our team! Here's what we're looking for:
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Merchandising, or related field (Master’s degree preferred).
Experience:
- 3–5 years of experience in CPG, retail merchandising, or strategy consulting.
Knowledge and skills:
- Strong project management skills, with proven ability to manage multiple priorities, track progress, and deliver results under tight timelines.
- Familiarity with assortment planning, product mix optimization, and space planning concepts in a multi-unit retail environment.
- Ability to deal well with ambiguity, complexity, change and pace. Comfortable managing multiple projects and tasks, prioritizing amongst them.
- Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, with strong ability to synthesize and simplify complex ideas into compelling presentations.
- Analytical mindset with an ability to think broadly, refine questions, and develop strategic frameworks and executional approaches.
- Category Management and Project Management (Scrum) experience a plus.
- High proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Power BI, PowerPoint, Word).
- Ability to travel up to 10% (including international); valid passport required.
- Flexibility around working hours required, working with teams across time zones
Language skills:
- Bilingualism required (Advanced French and English) both spoken and written, as the person will be required to work and communicate regularly in English while performing the tasks outlined above. Specifically, the role requires collaboration with global teams.
WHY YOU SHOULD WORK HERE:
At Couche-Tard/Circle K, we believe that our team members are the heart and soul of our business. When you join us, you're not just getting a job – you're becoming part of a vibrant community where your talents are valued, your growth is nurtured, and your contributions make a real difference. Here's why you'll love working with us:
Benefits package:
- Group Insurance Program: Stay healthy and happy! Our plan provides you with the flexibility to choose coverage that best meets your needs and add optional insurance (health and dental care, long-term disability, life insurance, health spending account)
- Pension Plan: Plan for your future and retire with peace of mind with our pension plan, helping you build a secure financial future.
- Share Purchase Plan: Invest in your future and share in our success with our employee stock purchase plan, allowing you to become a shareholder of Couche-Tard/Circle K.
- Paid Time Off: Recharge and rejuvenate with paid time off, including vacation days, sick days, and personal days to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance.
Additional Perks:
- Employee Discounts: Enjoy exclusive discounts on our products and services, making it even easier to fuel up and stock up on your favorite goodies.
- Training and Development: Grow your skills and advance your career with access to ongoing training and development opportunities, including workshops, seminars, and online courses.
- Recognition and Rewards: We celebrate our team's achievements and milestones with a range of recognition programs, rewards, and incentives to show our appreciation for your hard work and dedication.
- Mentorship Program: Take your career to new heights with our mentorship program, where seasoned professionals provide guidance, support, and valuable insights to help you reach your full potential.
- Scholarship Program: Invest in your education and future success with our scholarship program, available not only to our employees but also to their children. We're committed to supporting your lifelong learning journey and empowering you to achieve your academic and career goals.
INTERESTED? You are only a few clicks away from joining an exceptional company! Visit our careers page at https://workwithus.circlek.com/ca/en to submit your application. We can't wait to hear from you!
At Couche-Tard/Circle K, we're committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone is treated with respect and dignity. We welcome individuals from all backgrounds and walks of life to join our team and contribute their unique perspectives and talents.
We thank all candidates for their interest in this position. Please note that only selected candidates will be contacted for further steps in the hiring process.
#LI-GE1
Couche-Tard / Circle K valorise la diversité et de l’inclusion et vise à créer un milieu de travail sain, accessible et gratifiant qui met en valeur la contribution unique de nos employés au succès de notre entreprise. En tant qu'employeur qui s'engage à respecter l'équité en matière d'emploi, nous encourageons les candidatures les plus diverses afin de pouvoir nous doter d’un effectif varié et représentatif de nos clients et des communautés que l’on sert. Des accommodements sont disponibles sur demande pour les candidats qui participent à tous les aspects du processus de sélection.
About Couche-Tard
An entrepreneur at heart with a genuine passion for customer service, Alain Bouchard opened the very first Couche-Tard in Laval in 1980. Since then, the small neighbourhood convenience store has continued to expand and now enjoys a global presence.
Couche-Tard is the leader in the Canadian convenience store industry. In the United States, it is the largest independent convenience store operator in terms of the number of company-operated stores. As of February 3, 2019, Couche-Tard’s network comprised 9,933 convenience stores throughout North America, including 8,662 stores with road transportation fuel dispensing.
In Europe, Couche-Tard operates a broad retail network across Scandinavia, Ireland, Poland, the Baltics and Russia through ten business units. As of February 3, 2019, Couche-Tard’s network comprised 2,709 stores, the majority of which offer road transportation fuel and convenience products while the others are unmanned automated fuel stations which only offer road transportation fuel.
In addition, under licensing agreements, more than 2,100 stores are operated under the Circle K banner in 14 other countries and territories (Cambodia, China, Costa Rica, Egypt, Guam, Honduras, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Macau, Mexico, Mongolia, Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates and Vietnam), which brings the worldwide total network to more than 16,000 stores.
Working in the great Couche-Tard/Circle K family also means belonging to a vast network of convenience stores that gives its customers a total shopping experience. Overall, the Couche-Tard network employs over 130,000 people dedicated to making its customers' lives a little easier every day.