Category Merchant - Private Brand

About the role

This role is 4 days onsite (Monday-Thursday) at our Boca Raton, FL HQ. The Category Merchant, Private Brand is responsible for developing and executing category strategies that drive sales, margin, and market share across all channels.

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

Education And Experience Level of Formal Education: Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
Area of Study: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Business, Marketing, or Merchandising.
Minimum Years of Experience: 6
Type of Experience: Experience in merchandising, category management, or retail strategy

Skills & Abilities

• 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.

Pay, Benefits & Work Schedule

The salary range for this role is $100,000/year to $140,000/year, however all state and local minimum wages will be complied with, resulting in a possible adjustment to the salary range displayed. The company offers competitive salaries, a benefits package, which includes a 401(k) and more, along with plenty of opportunities to move and grow within our organization!

Equal Employment Opportunity

The company is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in all employment practices. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, age, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by law. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records pursuant to the City & County of San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.