Senior Director Merchandising

Staples Business

Framingham, MA, US
Hybrid
12+ years buying and merchandising experience
Supervision of product specialists and buyers
Expert vendor negotiation skills
Staples is seeking a Senior Director of Merchandising to lead strategies that enhance traffic and financial performance in its Office Supplies & Pack/Ship businesses. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in merchandising, buying, and leadership, with a focus on customer insights and cross-functional collaboration

Job Summary

  • The Senior Director Merchandising is responsible for driving traffic and financial performance through selling strategies inspired by deep customer insight.
  • This role requires leading a team to manage assortment planning, vendor selection, negotiation, and supply chain implications for assigned product lines.
  • Candidates must possess expert-level buying and negotiation skills to mentor associates and deliver on budgeted goals for sales and margin.

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Staples is seeking a Senior Director of Merchandising to lead strategies that enhance traffic and financial performance in its Office Supplies & Pack/Ship businesses. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in merchandising, buying, and leadership, with a focus on customer insights and cross-functional collaboration.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 12+ years buying and merchandising experience
  • Supervision of Product Specialists and buyers
  • Expert vendor negotiation skills
  • Assortment planning and inventory management
  • Financial forecasting and business plan execution

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with site merchandising and digital metrics
  • Multiple category experience in retail
  • Proven track record of driving sales and margin
  • Strong analytical and communication skills
  • Ability to build strategic partnerships

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree in business or equivalent work experience
  • Minimum 12 years total experience in buying functions
  • Previous experience supervising Product Specialists and Associate Buyers

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