Category Merchant

This role is 4 days onsite (Monday–Thursday) at our Boca Raton, FL 33496 headquarters.

About the role

The Category Merchant is responsible for developing and executing category strategies that drive sales, margin, and market share across all channels. This role owns end-to-end category performance including assortment, pricing, promotions, vendor strategy, and inventory outcomes. It leads category planning through data-driven insights, market intelligence, and customer understanding while managing and developing Category Assistants to ensure strong execution. The role serves as both a strategic owner and team leader, ensuring alignment between strategy and execution.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute category strategy including assortment, pricing, promotions, and vendor strategy to drive sales, margin, and market share.
• Own vendor relationships including negotiations, funding, performance management, and long-term strategic partnerships.
• Lead and develop Category Assistant(s), providing direction, coaching, and performance management to ensure execution excellence.
• Drive pricing and promotional strategy including competitive positioning and margin optimization.
• Lead forecasting and inventory strategy including demand planning and inventory productivity.
• Drive cross-functional execution across Marketing, Ecommerce, Supply Chain, and Sales.
• Own assortment planning and SKU lifecycle management including optimization and rationalization.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Business, Marketing, or Merchandising.
• Minimum 6 years of experience in merchandising, category management, or retail strategy.

Skills

• Strategic and commercial acumen.
• Strong leadership and team development.
• Advanced analytical and financial skills.
• Vendor negotiation expertise.
• Cross-functional leadership.

About The ODP Group

The ODP Group, through its business entities ODP Business Solutions and Office Depot, is a leading provider of products, services, and technology solutions through an integrated business-to-business (B2B) distribution platform and omnichannel presence, which includes world-class supply chain and distribution operations, dedicated sales professionals, online presence, and a network of Office Depot and OfficeMax retail stores.

Commitment to Safety

We are committed to maintaining a safe and healthy work environment for our coworkers and customers. All coworkers are expected to support our operational safety culture by working safely and addressing potential hazards or concerns.

Pay

The salary range for this role is $106,000–$130,000 per year, with possible adjustments to comply with all state and local minimum wage laws.

Benefits

• Competitive salaries.
• 401(k) plan.
• Eligibility to participate in an incentive program, paid in accordance with the Incentive Plan terms and conditions.
• Opportunities to move and grow within the organization.

Schedule

4 days onsite per week (Monday–Thursday).