Senior Specialist Category Development

Staples is business to business. You're what binds us together.Our merchandising team aims to deliver the best value and selection to our customers through products, services and solutions all centered around our customers' needs. We are driven by customer insights and analytics to bring products and solutions to market seamlessly. We're inclusive, well-rounded professionals who have deep experience in buying, selling, negotiating, operations, design, innovation, finance and more.What you'll be doing:Demonstrate deep category management expertise through use of all data sources.Support the development and execution of category strategic plans (12-18 months) to drive sales, margin and penetration that meet or exceed goals.Support team in new product identification across the portfolio of Private Brands - filling product gaps or identifying whitespace. Create business cases to support new product development.Support overall program by seeking product improvements, programs, and initiatives that will reduce operating costs, increase product performance, and increase sustainability.Partner with merchandising leads to influence all aspects related to Private Brands including financial performance, assortment and portfolio mix, value positioning and placement.Support Product Development and Sourcing team on creating tech packs and required featurebenefits.Support team (including Brand Strategy team) to build compelling consumer propositions and support in the creation of compelling packaging and messaging.Analyze and interpret consumer and industry trends and maintains competitive research.Support category annual planning by working with Brand Strategy team to drive connection between brand strategy to individual categories.What you bring to the table:A result-focused, detailed-oriented thinker who's equal parts creative and analyticalComfortable working with and analyzing sales and market dataStrong verbal and written communication skillsExcellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize tasksHigh sense of urgency and takes initiative as a self-starterStrong interpersonal and problem-solving skillsAbility to work independently and efficientlyProficient in PowerPoint and ExcelWhat's needed- Basic Qualifications:Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience1+ year of experience in category management, product development, merchandising, or management consulting within E-CommerceRetail industryWhat's needed- Preferred Qualifications:Experience in private brandsWe Offer:Inclusive culture with associate-led Business Resource GroupsFlexible PTO (22 days) and Holiday ScheduleOnline and Retail Discounts, Company Match 401(k), Physical and Mental Health Wellness programs, and more!

Created: 2024-10-27