Category Development Manager

4 weeks ago


Framingham, Massachusetts, United States Staples Full time

Category Development Manager

At Staples, we're committed to delivering exceptional value and selection to our customers through innovative products, services, and solutions centered around their needs.

As a Category Development Manager, you'll be part of a well-rounded team of professionals with deep experience in buying, selling, negotiating, operations, design, innovation, finance, and more.

You'll demonstrate deep category management expertise through the use of all data sources and support the development and execution of category strategic plans to drive sales, margin, and penetration that meet or exceed goals.

Responsibilities include executing plans in assigned categories, demonstrating understanding of how assigned categories drive total Private Brand plan, and supporting team members in new product identification across the portfolio of Private Brands.

You'll create business cases to support new product development and sell in product ideas to merchants and leadership teams.

Additionally, you'll support overall programs by seeking product improvements, programs, and initiatives that 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 teams on creating tech packs and required feature/benefits.

Support teams, including Brand Strategy teams, to build compelling consumer propositions and support in the creation of compelling packaging and messaging.

Support category annual planning by working with Brand Strategy teams to drive connection between brand strategy and individual categories.

A result-focused, detailed-oriented thinker who's equal parts creative and analytical, comfortable working with and analyzing sales and market data.

Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in category management, product development, merchandising, or management consulting within E-Commerce/Retail industry.

Bachelor's Degree in Business Management or related field, or equivalent education and experience combined.

Proficient in PowerPoint and Excel.

Experience in private brands.

Flexible PTO (22 days) and Holiday Schedule (7 observed paid holidays).

Online and Retail Discounts, Company Match 401(k), Physical and Mental Health Wellness programs, and more.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.

For individuals with disabilities that need additional assistance at any point in the process, please call for more information.



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