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Staples Canada · 2 months ago

Senior Category Merchant

Framingham, MA, United States

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

8+ years exp

Staples Canada is a business-to-business company focused on delivering value and selection to customers through its merchandising team. The Senior Category Merchant will lead the strategic direction and profitability of high-value product categories, develop category strategies, and provide leadership to a team of product specialists.

E-CommerceInformation TechnologyOffice Supplies

Responsibilities

Lead the strategic direction, growth, and profitability of one or more high-value product categories across two channels, leveraging market insights, vendor relationships, and cross-functional collaboration

Develop and implement category strategies that include assortment planning, pricing, promotional activities, and supplier partnerships to meet business objectives

Monitor and analyze category performance metrics such as sales, margin, and inventory turns, adjusting strategies as needed to deliver financial targets

Identify, negotiate, and maintain partnerships with key suppliers to ensure product availability, competitive pricing, and favorable contract terms

Provide leadership and mentorship to a diverse team of product specialists

Champion innovative approaches in product assortment, merchandising techniques, and vendor relationships, while driving process improvements and adopting new tools or methodologies

Communicate category performance updates, challenges, and strategic recommendations to senior leadership and stakeholders