ASSOCIATE MERCHANT

Pay Range: $85,000 - $115,000 At The Home Depot Canada, we want you to feel valued and supported. The pay range you see represents base salary only. In addition, your total rewards may include: semi-annual bonuses tied to business performance; Deferred Profit-Sharing Program to assist with retirement savings; comprehensive paid benefits; a 15% discount on Home Depot stock purchases; and merit-based salary increases. We are committed to recognizing your efforts and supporting your growth with us. Are you someone who thrives on helping others succeed, enjoys making an impact, and takes pride in guiding customers to the right solutions for their projects? If you’re also naturally curious and eager to keep learning, consider starting or growing your career with us at The Home Depot. Job Description Template Title: Associate Merchant Position Overview: Responsible for executing the merchandising objectives for a class/subclass of merchandise. This includes assisting the merchant with creating and maintaining vendor relationships, marketing products, developing product line strategies, and reporting financial results. The Associate Merchant assists with making buying decisions for the assigned category and negotiates terms with suppliers to drive item selection and pricing. Key Responsibilities Supplier Relationship Management (30%): Assists Merchant with influencing the supplier management strategy to support overall department strategy and works to improve all aspects of supplier relationships. May serve as a key contributor on various other key projects. Financial Planning & Management (30%): Assists Merchant with implementing the financial strategy/cost structure for a category and sets pricing. May set pricing and strategy for class/subclass. Merchandising Execution (20%): Assists Merchant with developing merchandising strategy to understand key business drivers (e.g., historical performance, industry/competitive landscape, consumer segmentation). May serve as a key contributor on various key projects within a business function. Assortment Selection (20%): Assists Merchant with executing the business review of category. Competencies Supplier Relationship Management Financial Planning & Management Merchandising Strategy Development Assortment Selection Skills Negotiation Financial Analysis Market Research Strategic Planning Direct Manager/Direct Reports Reports to: Merchant Travel Requirements As needed Physical Requirements Office-based work Hybrid Work Flex Job Categorization Merchandising Working Conditions Office, Store, Innovation Center Minimum Education Bachelor's degree in Business or equivalent Minimum Years Of Work Experience 2-3 years in merchandising or related field Minimum Leadership Experience Experience in leading small projects or teams Certifications Relevant certifications in merchandising or supply chain management (preferred) Other Requirements/Assets Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Excellent communication and interpersonal skills In our commitment to efficiency, consistency, and a fair hiring experience for all candidates, The Home Depot Canada usesArtificial Intelligence (AI) technology to assist with the screening and assessment of applicantsfor this position. This technology is used to quickly and consistently identify candidates whose skills and experience are the strongest match for the role. Our process is designed to ensure human oversight is maintained throughout the selection process.

The Associate Merchant is responsible for executing merchandising objectives for a class/subclass of merchandise, assisting with vendor relationships, and making buying decisions. They also negotiate terms with suppliers to drive item selection and pricing.

A bachelor's degree in Business or equivalent is required, along with 2-3 years of experience in merchandising or a related field. Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and interpersonal skills are also necessary.

• Semi-Annual Bonuses • Deferred Profit-Sharing Program • Comprehensive Paid Benefits • 15% Discount on Stock Purchases • Merit-Based Salary Increases

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• Supplier Relationship Management
• Financial Planning
• Merchandising Strategy Development
• Assortment Selection
• Negotiation
• Financial Analysis
• Market Research
• Strategic Planning

• Retail
• Sales
• Marketing

Minimum education

Bachelor’s degree

Minimum experience

2+ years

Apply by

Aug 17, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week

Seniority

Entry level