Category Manager (Decor)

Role overview

Article is looking for a Category Manager to own the Decor assortment and help shape the brand through a product mix that resonates with customers. The company has been rethinking furniture since 2013, and this role sits in the Category Management function, contributing directly to revenue and profitability.

This position is suited to someone who has previously worked as a Product Line Manager, Buyer, Merchant, or Merchandiser, ideally in a retail-oriented setting. The Decor category is still being built out, so the right person should be comfortable working through ambiguity, creating structure where processes are still evolving, and using data to guide decisions.

What the role is responsible for

The Category Manager will help define and execute strategy for the Decor category, own performance accountability for the category P&L, and partner across product, sourcing, and other internal teams to deliver growth. Strong Excel and analytical skills are important, as the role requires turning raw data into insights and actions.

Team and work setup

The Category Management group is a 16-person team that includes Specialists, Junior/Category Managers, and Directors, reporting into the VP of Category Management, Rebecca Andrews. The team works in a hybrid model, with three in-office days per week, typically Tuesday through Thursday.

Key responsibilities

• Own the revenue and profitability results for the assigned product category, specifically Decor.
• Use customer, market, competitor, and trend research to build and execute product strategy.
• Spot, document, and rank investment ideas that can expand category share and support growth.
• Work closely with product and sourcing partners to bring the category strategy into execution.
• Help drive the team toward category and department goals by ensuring direct reports meet KPIs, timelines, and quality standards.
• Represent the customer internally and negotiate performance commitments with stakeholders across the business.
• Set and manage pricing and promotional pricing to support revenue and margin targets.
• Review category performance in depth, extract insights, and convert findings into practical next steps.
• Use G Suite tools and Slack for day-to-day collaboration and communication, with either a Mac or PC device.

Candidate profile

Article is seeking someone with at least 7 years of experience in merchandising, product line management, merchant, or category management roles. The ideal candidate has a proven record of growing revenue through assortment or product-line decisions, is highly analytical, and can clearly communicate across functions. Success in this role also depends on consistent follow-through with both internal and external partners.

Eligibility and hiring checks

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in Canada. A criminal background check is required, and it is completed only after a conditional offer is accepted and with the applicant’s consent. Having a criminal record does not automatically prevent employment; decisions are made individually based on whether a past conviction is directly relevant to the role’s duties.

Compensation and benefits

The posted salary range is CAD $115,000 to $140,000 per year. Starting pay depends on transferable skills, experience, knowledge, hiring budget, market data, and internal equity. Eligible employees may also receive an annual cash bonus when Article meets its financial goals.

• 4% RRSP matching through Wealthsimple.
• 20 days of vacation, prorated.
• 1 additional day off for Inclusion and Diversity Day.
• 6 sick or well-being days.
• Hybrid schedule with 3 office days per week.
• Ability to work remotely from anywhere in the world for up to 3 weeks.
• Extended health, dental, and vision coverage.
• $1,000 health and lifestyle spending account, prorated.
• TELUS Health app access.
• Mental health support and counseling.
• Virtual medical appointments.
• Open-concept HQ in a converted warehouse with no private offices.
• Flexible workspace options including desks, sofas, collaboration areas, and private rooms.
• Stand-up desks available on request.
• Fully stocked kitchens with snacks, coffee, and tea.
• Onsite fitness equipment, showers, and towel service.
• Pickleball, badminton, and table tennis available at the office.
• Dog-friendly office environment.
• Free street parking on a first-come, first-served basis.
• Secure indoor bike storage, plus change rooms and showers.
• About a 20-minute walk from Main Street-Science World or VCC Clark SkyTrain stations.
• 45% discount on Article products, and 15% off for friends and family.

Hiring and policy notes

Article states that humans make hiring decisions and does not want AI-generated candidates in the hiring process. The company also notes that it does not require external links or engagement with suspicious offers, and asks candidates to report possible recruitment fraud to its careers team. Employment decisions are based on merit and business needs, with accommodations available during the recruitment process for disabilities or other protected characteristics.

Equal opportunity and accommodations

Article affirms that it values diverse backgrounds, abilities, and perspectives, and makes employment decisions without regard to protected characteristics under applicable laws. Candidates may request reasonable accommodation at any stage of the hiring process by contacting the hiring team or the designated accommodations email address.