Category Associate, Grocery (Full-Time) Eataly Toronto

Eataly is seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Category Associate to join our Grocery team in Canada. This role combines purchasing support with data entry responsibilities. The ideal candidate is highly organized proficient in Excel and capable of maintaining accurate product data while supporting day-to-day buying operations. Reporting to the Head of Product Grocery this position plays a key role in ensuring the accuracy of product information vendor coordination and operational efficiency across our store network.

Buying & Category Support

• Assist with product reorders and inventory management across Eataly Canada locations
• Monitor inventory levels and flag overstock/out-of-stock risks
• Coordinate product flow and deliveries in collaboration with the Operations and Logistics teams
• Support vendor communication: follow up on order confirmations deliveries and agreed terms
• Prepare basic sales and performance reports to support team decision-making
• Assist with research on category trends and customer preferences
• Performs other duties as assigned in support of the Grocery Buying Team
   

Data Entry & System Maintenance

• Create update and maintain accurate product master data (pricing descriptions lifecycle status) in ERP systems (e.g. D365 Adaco Catapult WMS)
• Maintain internal product catalogs and documentation ensuring stakeholders have access to current information
• Act as a liaison between warehouse buying and receiving teams to resolve data or invoice discrepancies

Qualifications :

• Bachelors degree or equivalent experience in supply chain business administration data management or a related field
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (basic to intermediate level)
• High attention to detail and data accuracy
• Strong communication and time management skills
• Comfort working in a cross-functional and fast-paced environment
• Familiarity with ERP systems (D365 Adaco Catapult or WMS) is a plus
• Interest in Italian food and grocery products is a plus

Compensation

• Compensation for this role is CAD $23.00 hourly
• This position has been posted to fill a current vacancy

Additional Information :

Benefits and Perks

• Medical Dental Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• RRSP
• Free family meal daily
• Discounts at Eataly
• Classes on products and Italian cuisine
• Referral bonus program
• and more!

Eataly is committed to creating and maintaining a workplace that is free from harassment and discrimination under the Ontario Human Rights Code. The Companys policy is not to discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of a prohibited ground enumerated by the Ontario Human Rights Code (e.g. race colour creed (religion) place of origin sex (including pregnancy gender identity) sexual orientation age family status or disability).  Eataly also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these prohibited grounds.  Eataly welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Please advise Human Resources if you require accommodation. Further it is Eatalys policy to comply with all applicable provincial and federal laws regarding background and criminal record checks in making hiring decisions.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time