Job Description

WE ARE HIRING! Category Manager (Hybrid– St. Thomas, ON Office)

Build your future with Masco Canada!

At Masco Canada, we’re passionate about delivering innovative solutions and exceptional customer experiences. We’re looking for a Category Manager to join our Category Management team. If you thrive in a dynamic, collaborative environment and are excited to make a meaningful impact, we want to hear from you.

WHAT WILL YOU DO?

As a core member of the Category Management team, the Category Manager plays a pivotal role in identifying market opportunities, shaping competitive product strategies, and partnering cross-functionally to bring differentiated, high-quality solutions to market. This role works closely with other functions in the organization to deliver products that drive growth, customer satisfaction, and operational efficiency.

The Category Manager owns the end-to-end business performance of an assigned product line or category, including full financial accountability. Success in this role requires exceptional business acumen a deep understanding of how commercial, financial, and operational levers connect to drive results and the ability to translate market dynamics, financial data, and customer insights into sound business decisions that drive revenue growth, manage product lifecycle costs, optimize pricing, and consistently deliver against profitability targets.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES?

Strategy & Vision

• Develop and articulate the product strategy and long-term vision for the assigned category, ensuring alignment with overall business objectives and customer needs.
• Define and drive the overall strategy for the assigned portfolio, including long-term vision, positioning, and investment priorities, sequencing initiatives based on commercial impact, customer value, and strategic fit.

Financial Performance

• Own the portfolio's overall financial performance — delivering top-line revenue goals and bottom-line profitability targets by managing levers such as pricing, cost, and mix.
• Develop and manage pricing strategy, including base pricing and promotional offers. Partner with Finance and Sales to optimize price realization and margin.

Market Insight & Portfolio

• Conduct ongoing market analysis, competitive benchmarking, and customer feedback and insight gathering to identify opportunities and inform business decisions.
• Manage the product portfolio from concept to end-of-life, identifying opportunities to grow, improve, or rationalize SKUs.

Performance & Leadership

• Define and deliver KPIs, track performance against targets (revenue, margin, share, etc.), and take corrective action based on insights.
• Lead or influence cross-functional teams without direct authority. Provide regular updates and strategic recommendations to senior leadership and key stakeholders.

WHAT WILL YOU BRING?

Experience

• 3–5 years of experience in product, category, sales, or marketing management; experience in a manufacturing or branded consumer products environment is preferred.
• Strong understanding of the product development process, from concept through launch.

Strategic & Analytical Strengths

• Analytical and strategic thinker, capable of making data-informed decisions.
• Strong financial and business acumen.
• Proven ability to manage complex projects across multiple stakeholders and functional areas.

Collaboration & Customer Focus

• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Customer-focused mindset, with a strong sense of market trends and end-user needs.

Execution Mindset

• Demonstrated ability to balance short-term execution with long-term strategic planning.
• Entrepreneurial mindset — proactively identifying opportunities, taking ownership, and driving innovative solutions that create business value.

EDUCATION & REQUIREMENTS?

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel domestically and internationally as required.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?

• Competitive Rewards and Compensation
• Defined Contribution Registered Pension Plan with employer matching
• Deferred Profit-Sharing Plan (DPSP)
• Benefit insurance coverage from Day 1, including health, dental, and travel insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (Dialogue) – access to health and wellness resources
• 2 paid volunteer days to support the communities we live and work in
• Employee Store, Employee Purchase Program, Fitness Discounts, and more!
• Opportunities for development and growth, including Buddy and Mentoring programs, LinkedIn Learning, and other virtual and in-class learning opportunities
• Participation in employee-led committees such as the Wellness Committee, Masco United (Inclusion & Belonging Committee), Philanthropy Committee, Organizational Pulse Committee, or employee impact groups

WHY JOIN MASCO CANADA?

• Over a Century of Excellence – With more than 120+ years of experience, Masco Canada has established itself as a leader in the building and home improvement industry.
• Diverse Brand Portfolio – We proudly offer 12+ brands delivering 20,000+ innovative water solutions, shaping the future of plumbing and home improvement.
• Innovative Solutions – Our commitment to cutting-edge plumbing and water technologies keeps us at the forefront of the industry
• Collaborative & Inclusive Culture – We foster an environment where all employees are valued, respected, and empowered to contribute and grow.
• Opportunities for Growth – We support continuous learning, career development, and professional growth, helping you achieve your full potential.
• Making an Impact in Our Communities – We believe in giving back and actively supporting initiatives that make a difference in the communities where we live and work.

Join us at Masco Canada, where your contributions drive innovation, excellence, and positive change!

Masco Canada delivers innovative water solutions to the building and home improvement markets in Canada. We have been inspiring Canadian homes, communities, and lives for more than 100 years. Throughout this journey, our business has remained steadfast in its commitment to strong values and dedicated individuals, striving to enhance the well-being of our team members, customers, and communities alike. With over 600 employees, our diverse and talented workforce drives our continued success and impact.

To learn more about Masco Canada, visit www.mascocanada.com

Please note: Masco Canada has an accommodation process in place and provides accommodations for employees with disabilities. If you require a specific accommodation because of a disability or a medical need, please contact Human Resources at HR@mascocanada.com so that arrangements can be made for the appropriate accommodations to be in place before your first step of the selection process.

Hiring Range: $77,900.00 - $122,540.00 CAD

The salary range shown reflects the expected annual base salary for this open position, plus other wage amounts such as annual bonus, profit sharing, and commissions.

Actual compensation may vary based on various factors including experience, education, geographic location, and/or skills.

Masco Canada may use automated and AI-driven tools to screen, assess, and/or select applicants, and by proceeding with the application process, applicants give their express consent to such use by Masco Canada.

This posting represents an active vacancy for which the company is currently recruiting.

Company: Masco Canada

Masco Canada (the “Company”) is an equal opportunity employer and we strive to employ the most qualified individuals for every position. The Company makes employment decisions only based on merit. It is the Company’s policy to prohibit discrimination in any employment opportunity (including but not limited to recruitment, employment, promotion, salary increases, benefits, termination and all other terms and conditions of employment) based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, pregnancy, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, age, physical/mental disability, medical condition, marital/domestic partner status, military and veteran status, height, weight or any other such characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. The Company is committed to complying with all applicable laws providing equal employment opportunities. This commitment applies to all people involved in the operations of the Company regardless of where the employee is located and prohibits unlawful discrimination by any employee of the Company.