Manager, Merch Financial Planning

At RONA, our employees let their passion blossom every day. Our teams are driven by the desire to help people bring their projects to life and are committed to making a difference in the communities we serve.

We operate or service corporate and affiliated dealer stores. With a distinctive product and service offering and complementary store formats ranging from neighbourhood hardware stores to big box stores, our RONA+, RONA and Dick’s Lumber banners are well equipped to help meet the needs of all DIYers and contractors.

You’ve got the talent? We’ve got the tools! Here, your work and ideas will contribute to building a flourishing organization. Your voice will always be heard and valued. You’ll find career opportunities that live up to your ambitions and be able to further develop your unique set of skills.

So, if you’re looking to do what you love, we could be a perfect match.

Our expectations Reporting to the Vice President, Merchandising Financial Planning, the Manager, Finance, Merchandising is responsible for liaising between all stakeholders involved in the financial planning process related to the company's sales and margins. The candidate will work closely with the Merchandising team and the Finance teams supporting the Merchandising. This person will coordinate many financial processes related to forecasting and reporting in regards of Sales and Margin. The mandate of this team is to centralize various financial information to give visibility to the leadership team. Your role Supervision of 2 to 3 analysts

Support the financial forecasting process (Outlook, Forecast, Plan) for the sales and margin component

Oversee certain monthly management reporting to leadership team

Develop and enhance weekly or monthly performance indicators reports (KPI, Dashboard)

Analysis of trends and factors affecting sales and margins

Involvement in various ad hoc analyses (Inventory markdown and obsolescence, Vendor funding , etc.)

Performs and coordinates financial analyses and special projects, according to management needs

The qualifications we are looking for Undergraduate university education in finance, accounting or economics;

CPA designation (an asset)

5 to 7 years of relevant experience in financial planning and analysis (FP&A) including a minimum of 2 years in a manager role.

Strong interpersonal skills, teamwork and collaboration with multiple stakeholders

Good communication skills in French and English (spoken and written)

Excellent computer skills with Excel and Powerpoint

Critical and analytical mind, as well as exemplary rigour

Ability to work under pressure in a fast-growing and rapidly changing environment

Demonstrate autonomy and judgment

By joining the RONA family, you’ll enjoy many benefits, such as: A childcare centre that can accommodate up to 78 children

A cafeteria with a delicious menu prepared by a dedicated chef, healthy options, as well as FARO Roasting Houses and Tim Hortons coffee stations

Electric car charging stations

A fitness centre, sports activities, and showers

Exclusive employee discounts, plus a 10% discount on store merchandise (at all RONA locations)

Benefits: retirement savings plan, annual bonuses, student incentive program, etc.

Career growth opportunities within the company

An inclusive and safe working environment

Promotion of work-life balance

An employer that’s involved in the community

And much more!

If selected for an interview, please advise our Human Resources team if you require accommodation during the interview and assessment process and we will work with you to meet your accessibility needs.

RONA is committed to encouraging diversity and inclusion. We are pleased to consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of race, colour, religion, sexual orientation, gender, nationality, age, disability, or any other protected status.