National Otc Category Director

Lead national OTC and hard discount wellness categories through assortment, pricing, and promotion decisions. Own sales and EBIT accountability across assigned business areas.As Category Director, you will manage customer-focused strategies for each banner and deliver category objectives across monthly, quarterly, and annual horizons. The scope includes financial analysis, merchandising direction, customer insight, store execution, and collaboration with Marketing, Finance, Operations, and vendors. You will guide category plans while developing merchants through coaching, feedback, and objective setting.Key Responsibilities:
Own national category sales and EBIT performanceDevelop banner strategies aligned with category rolesImplement assortment, sales, and buying plansDevelop promotions using pricing and loyalty tacticsLead and develop a diverse merchant teamRequirements:
Post-secondary education or equivalent experienceFive to seven years in merchandising or P&L managementStrong data management and analytical skillsStrategic approach and strong business judgmentExcellent communication across the enterpriseBring customer insight, financial ownership, and merchandising leadership to national OTC and wellness category growth.
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