Category Merchant

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

About the role

As Category Merchant you will develop and execute category strategies that drive sales, margin, and market share across all channels. You own end-to-end category performance—assortment, pricing, promotions, vendor strategy, and inventory outcomes—while leading category planning through data-driven insights, market intelligence, and customer understanding. You also manage and develop Category Assistants to ensure strong execution and alignment between strategy and day-to-day operations.

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 via an integrated B2B distribution platform and omnichannel presence that includes world-class supply chain and distribution operations, dedicated sales professionals, an online presence, and a network of Office Depot and OfficeMax retail stores.

Pay

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

Benefits

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