Framingham, Massachusetts, United States · On-site
$96k–$138k/yr
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 …
Skills: Category Management, Strategic Thinking, Vendor Negotiation, Financial Acumen, Data Analysis
Framingham, Massachusetts, United States · Remote OK
$68k–$103k/yr
About Definitive Healthcare: At Definitive Healthcare (NASDAQ: DH), we’re passionate about turning data, analytics, and expertise into meaningful intelligence that helps our customers achieve success and shape the future…
Skills: New Business Sales, Outbound Prospecting, Product Demonstrations, CRM Management, Negotiation
Framingham, Massachusetts, United States · On-site
Staples is business to business. You’re what binds us together. When joining our Supply Chain team, you can feel right away that people are at the heart of what we do. You’ll be surrounded by a team who is looking to mak…
Skills: Inventory Management, Demand Forecasting, Procurement Strategy, Data Analysis, Microsoft Excel
Framingham, Massachusetts, United States · Remote OK
$106k–$197k/yr
About Definitive Healthcare: At Definitive Healthcare (NASDAQ: DH), we’re passionate about turning data, analytics, and expertise into meaningful intelligence that helps our customers achieve success and shape the future…
Skills: SQL, RWD/RWE Analytics, Client Relationship Management, Medical Claim Coding, Data Storytelling
Framingham, Massachusetts, United States · Remote OK
$87k–$163k/yr
About Definitive Healthcare: At Definitive Healthcare (NASDAQ: DH), we’re passionate about turning data, analytics, and expertise into meaningful intelligence that helps our customers achieve success and shape the future…
Skills: Digital Media Sales, Adtech Sales, Data Sales, Programmatic Ecosystems, Agency Partnership Management
Framingham, Massachusetts, United States · Remote OK
$107k–$200k/yr
About Definitive Healthcare: At Definitive Healthcare (NASDAQ: DH), we’re passionate about turning data, analytics, and expertise into meaningful intelligence that helps our customers achieve success and shape the future…
Skills: SQL, Python, Data Science, Healthcare Analytics, Life Sciences Analytics
Framingham, Massachusetts, United States · On-site
Job Position Title: Market Research Intern Department: Marketing Reports to: Director of Marketing Employment type: Intern, Non-exempt Office location: Framingham, MA (onsite) About 52Launch 52 Launch is a full-service d…
Skills: Market Research, Consumer Insights, Competitive Analysis, Brand Naming, Presentation Skills
Framingham, Massachusetts, United States · On-site
$115k–$169k/yr
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 custom…
Skills: Strategic Thinking, Business Acumen, Analytical Skills, Problem Solving, Executive Presence
Framingham, Massachusetts, United States · On-site
$83k–$114k/yr
At Bose Corporation, we believe sound is the most powerful force on earth — and for over 60 years, we have been a company built on innovation, excellence, and independence. Privately owned, fiercely customer-focused, and…
Skills: Financial Modeling, Forecasting, Business Analysis, Strategic Planning, Data Visualization
Framingham, Massachusetts, United States · On-site
Join Staples Digital Solutions, where our team goes beyond traditional IT. We are passionate, collaborative, and agile professionals committed to driving innovation and delivering customer-centric technology services. As…
Skills: Enterprise Architecture, Business Architecture, Strategic Planning, Architecture Governance, Portfolio Management
Framingham, Massachusetts, United States · On-site
$80k–$113k/yr
Staples is business to business. You’re what binds us together. Our marketing team is charged with an important task – sharing our Staples story. We use customer data and analytics to help us understand and improve our c…
Skills: Media Planning, Growth Marketing, B2B Marketing, Campaign Optimization, Budget Management
Framingham, Massachusetts, United States · Hybrid
$100k–$150k/yr
Sincere is looking for a Manager, AdOps & Programmatic to join our growing team. In this role, you will be responsible for managing ad revenue strategy on mobile and web across our family of brands – Punchbowl, Timehop, …
Skills: Programmatic Advertising, Ad Tech, Header Bidding, Mediation, Affiliate Marketing
Framingham, Massachusetts, United States · On-site
$71k–$89k/yr
TJX Companies At TJX Companies, every day brings new opportunities for growth, exploration, and achievement. You’ll be part of our vibrant team that embraces diversity, fosters collaboration, and prioritizes your develop…
Skills: OneStream XF, Financial Planning, Accounting, Oracle EBS Financials, EPM Applications
Framingham, Massachusetts, United States · On-site
Staples is business to business. You’re what binds us together. Our world class sales and sales support teams work directly with businesses of all sizes to offer products and services to meet our customers’ unique needs.…
Skills: Data Engineering, Business Intelligence, SQL, Data Modeling, Snowflake
Framingham, Massachusetts, United States · On-site
Staples is business to business. You’re what binds us together. Our eCommerce team delivers customer-centric site experiences to position Staples as a digital selling platform of choice. Our team ensures that our mobile,…
Skills: Vendor Management, Digital Media Planning, Ecommerce Business Acumen, Data Analysis, Project Management
Framingham, Massachusetts, United States · Remote OK
$60k–$111k/yr
About Definitive Healthcare: At Definitive Healthcare (NASDAQ: DH), we’re passionate about turning data, analytics, and expertise into meaningful intelligence that helps our customers achieve success and shape the future…
Skills: Prospecting, Sales Coaching, Objection Handling, CRM Management, Salesforce
Framingham, Massachusetts, United States · On-site
$15/hr–$19/hr
Datavant is the data collaboration platform trusted for healthcare. Guided by our mission to make the world’s health data secure, accessible and actionable, we provide critical data solutions for organizations across the…
Skills: Release Of Information, HIPAA Compliance, Medical Terminology, Electronic Health Records, Microsoft Word
Framingham, Massachusetts, United States · On-site
Staples is business to business. You’re what binds us together. Our marketing team is charged with an important task – sharing our Staples story. We use customer data and analytics to help us understand and improve our c…
Skills: Consumer Insights Strategy, Market Research, Customer Analytics, Storytelling, People Management
Framingham, Massachusetts, United States · On-site
Company Description At Informa TechTarget, we empower technology leaders to make informed decisions through trusted market intelligence and actionable insights. As part of Informa PLC, a global leader in business-to-busi…
Skills: Market Research, Forecasting, Competitive Analysis, Primary Research, Secondary Research
Framingham, Massachusetts, United States · Hybrid
$86k–$109k/yr
TJX Companies At TJX Companies, every day brings new opportunities for growth, exploration, and achievement. You’ll be part of our vibrant team that embraces diversity, fosters collaboration, and prioritizes your develop…
Skills: Budget Preparation, Financial Analysis, PowerBI, Tableau, Advanced Excel
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The Category Merchant develops and executes strategies to drive sales, profitability, and market share for specific product categories. This includes managing vendor relationships, optimizing product assortments, and leading a team of professionals to achieve business objectives.
Candidates need a Bachelor's degree and at least 7 years of experience in merchandising or category management, including 3+ years of leadership experience. Proficiency in data analysis tools and a proven track record of vendor negotiation are essential.
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.
The Category Merchant is responsible for developing and executing strategies that drive sales, profitability, and market share for a specific product category. This role oversees day-to-day merchandising operations, vendor relationships, and pricing strategies, ensuring alignment with broader organizational goals. The Category Merchant leverages data insights to identify trends, optimize product assortment, and enhance customer experience. This position will manage a team of professionals and/or individual contributors, providing direction, coaching, and performance management to achieve category objectives.
Develop and execute category strategies that drive sales, profitability, and market share growth.
Create and manage assortment, pricing, promotional, and marketing plans aligned with business objectives.
Analyze market trends, competitive activity, customer insights, and sales performance to identify opportunities for growth.
Build and maintain strong vendor partnerships, negotiate favorable terms, and ensure contract compliance.
Monitor vendor performance related to product availability, quality, fulfillment, and delivery.
Leverage analytics and business intelligence tools to make data-driven merchandising decisions.
Partner with Supply Chain teams to optimize inventory levels and product availability while minimizing excess inventory.
Collaborate with Marketing, Sales, Operations, Finance, and eCommerce partners to execute integrated go-to-market strategies.
Manage category budgets, forecasting, and financial performance reporting.
Present category performance insights, business recommendations, and growth opportunities to senior leadership.
Identify and mitigate risks associated with vendor relationships and supply chain operations.
Lead and develop team members through coaching, performance management, and ongoing professional development.
Strong strategic thinking and category management expertise.
Proven ability to analyze complex data and translate insights into actionable business strategies.
Excellent vendor negotiation and relationship management skills.
Strong financial acumen with experience managing budgets, forecasts, and profitability metrics.
Ability to influence cross-functional partners and drive alignment across teams.
Effective communication and presentation skills with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels.
Collaborative leadership style focused on team development, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Adaptability and agility in responding to changing customer needs and market conditions.
Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Marketing, Supply Chain, or equivalent work experience.
7+ years of experience in merchandising, category management, product management, or a related field.
3+ years of experience leading teams, managing direct reports, or overseeing complex cross-functional initiatives.
Experience developing and executing category strategies that drive sales, margin, and profitability improvements.
Strong analytical skills and proficiency with Excel, BI, reporting, or other data analysis tools.
Proven success negotiating vendor agreements and managing supplier relationships.
Demonstrated ability to make data-driven decisions and influence stakeholders across multiple business functions.
MBA or other advanced business degree.
Experience utilizing advanced analytics and visualization tools such as Tableau or Power BI.
Experience leading innovative category initiatives that resulted in measurable business growth.
Background working in an omnichannel retail environment, supporting both store and eCommerce merchandising strategies.
Professional certifications such as PMP, APICS, or similar credentials.
Inclusive culture with associate-led Business Resource Groups
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!
The salary range represents the expected compensation for this role at the time of posting. The specific base pay may be influenced by a variety of factors to include the candidate's experience, skill set, education, geography, business considerations, and internal equity. In addition to base pay, this role may be eligible for bonuses, or other forms of variable compensation.
Making work easier and checking off to-do lists for 40 years.
For nearly 40 years, Staples has been a trusted leader in delivering end-to-end workplace solutions for consumers and businesses of all sizes across a broad range of industries. The company provides a comprehensive portfolio of products, strategic solutions, and services including print and marketing, shipping, technology, and travel. Its specialized assortment includes high-quality office supplies, janitorial products, technology, furniture, and breakroom essentials, all supported by best-in-class supply chain capabilities and a dedicated team of experts committed to making the workday easier. Headquartered near Boston, Massachusetts, Staples operates throughout North America via direct B2B sales, e-commerce, and more than 900 retail stores. To learn more, visit your local U.S. Staples store, download the Staples app, explore Staples.com or StaplesBusiness.com, or follow @Staples on social media.
Offices: 500 Staples Drive, Framingham, MA 01702, US
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