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Senior Category Merchant - Packaging
ODP Business Solutions —Carol Stream, IL
- $106,500 - $140,000 a year
- Full-time
- Merchandising
- Office
- Analysis skills
- Commuter assistance
- Health savings account
Sr. Manager - Category Management
HARIBO of America —Rosemont, IL
- $150,000 - $185,000 a year
- Full-time
- Marketing
- Office
- Supervising experience
Sr. Manager, Category Management
Dr. Oetker —Naperville, IL
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- 7 years
- Marketing
- Office
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Sr. Category Analyst (Wholesale)
Acosta Group —Oak Brook, IL
- $61,500 - $70,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Mid-level
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- $80,000 - $90,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Excel
- 5 years
- Merchandising
- Wellness program
- Commuter assistance
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Senior Category Merchant - Packaging

ODP Business Solutions -
Carol Stream, IL

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Job Details

Full-time
$106,500 - $140,000 a year

Benefits

Commuter assistance
Health savings account
AD&D insurance
Paid holidays
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Flexible spending account
Paid time off
Parental leave
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
Flexible schedule

Qualifications

Sales demand planning
Vendor relationship building
Competitive pricing
Assortment planning
Staff supervision
Strategic management
Store layout management
Coaching
Merchandising
Supply chain inventory management
E-commerce
Supplier relationship improvement
Performance management
Bachelor's degree in business administration
Product assortment enhancement
Demand forecasting analysis
Team development
Analysis skills
Retail category management
Bachelor's degree
Sales growth strategy
Strategic promotions
Business alliance strategy
Mentoring
Vendor relationship management
Networking through strategic partnership building
Business planning
Business Administration
Achieving sales targets
Operations demand planning

Full Job Description

Overview

This role is 4 days onsite (Monday - Thursday) at one of the below locations:

Atlanta, GA 30326
Buford, GA 30518
Itasca, IL 60143

The Sr. Category Merchant - Packaging sets broader strategy, and drives enterprise-level initiatives including innovation, transformation, and long-term vendor partnerships. This role provides strategic direction for the packaging category within all channels of distribution. This role is responsible for managing and developing direct-report merchandising staff such that they become students of the industry and, in so doing, achieve their departments’ strategic objectives and financial goals. The major function of this role is to achieve sales, gross margin, and market share goals by leveraging ODP Business Solution's competitive advantage—its ability to reach customers through a variety of channels including store, catalog, web, phone, and direct sales. The Sr. Category Merchant supports the creation of Merchandise Financial Plans and is responsible for understanding marketplace variances across all channels. Additionally, the incumbent participates in the development of the area’s Space Plans and Adjacencies Design.

Primary Responsibilities:

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

Education and Experience:

Level of Formal Education: Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
Area of Study: Merchandising, Business Administration
Minimum Years of Experience: 8
Type of Experience: Experience in merchandising, category management, or retail strategy within packaging categories
Skills & Abilities:
- Strategic and commercial acumen
- Strong leadership and team development
- Advanced analytical and financial skills
- Vendor negotiation expertise
- Cross-functional leadership
- Execution discipline

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 our customers. All Coworkers are expected to support our operational safety culture by working safely and addressing potential hazards or concerns.

Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by Coworkers assigned to this classification and are not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of Coworkers so classified. Other duties may be assigned.

Pay, Benefits & Work Schedule: The salary range for this role is $106,500/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! You may be eligible to participate in an incentive program, paid in accordance with the Incentive Plan terms and conditions.

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.

Application Deadline: The job posting will remain open for a minimum of 3 days and will expire once the position has been filled.

How to Apply: Click the “Apply Now” button and follow the instructions on each page. When you have completed the application, click the “Submit” button.

Benefits Full-TimeAt ODP Business Solutions, we offer our benefits around the 5 facets of Total Well-Being: Physical, Emotional, Work-Life, Financial, and Community. Here’s a look into what we offer:

Physical:

Medical Insurance/Prescription Drugs
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Flu shots

Emotional:

Mental Health Benefits
Support Programs
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Work-Life:

Location Events & Activities
Recognition & Rewards Programs
Flexible Work Schedules
Paid Holidays (as applicable by business unit)
Paid Time Off (Full-Time Associates are eligible to receive up to 128 hours on a prorated basis in their first year of employment)
Paid Parental Bonding
Adoption Reimbursement
Fertility Treatment Discounts

Financial:

401(k) and Roth Savings Plans
Savings Plan Employer Match
Commuter Benefits
FSA/HSA Pre-Tax Benefits
HSA Employer Match
Discount Center
Employee & Dependent Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment
Short & Long-Term Disability
Medicare Concierge Services
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Community:

Charitable Giving
Volunteering & Mentorship

For more details on the Benefits we offer, please see our US Benefits Guide / Guía de Beneficios

Benefits Part-TimeAt ODP Business Solutions, we offer our benefits around the 5 facets of Total Well-Being: Physical, Emotional, Work-Life, Financial, and Community. Here’s a look into what we offer:

Emotional:

Employee Assistance Programs

Community:

Volunteering & Mentorship

Physical:

Flu Shots

Work-Life:

Part-Time Associates are eligible to receive up to 24 hours of paid time off on a prorated basis after their first year of employment

Financial:

401 (k) and Roth Savings Plans
Savings Plan Employer Match
Discount Center
Medicare Concierge Services
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