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We are a high-quality, experience-driven food retailer committed to delivering an elevated, curated shopping experience. The Center Store Brand Director is a senior leadership role responsible for driving the overall strategy, performance, and brand integrity of Center Store categories, including Grocery, Frozen, Dairy, Beer, Wine & Spirits, Wellness, and General Merchandise/Housewares. This leader will oversee merchandising, pricing, assortment, vendor partnerships, and in-store execution to deliver a differentiated, high-quality customer experience aligned with a premium grocery retail brand.
This role partners closely with executive leadership and cross-functional teams to elevate private label offerings, optimize category performance, and ensure operational excellence across all locations.
What You’ll Do
Set the Vision
- Define and lead a compelling Center Store strategy that reflects a premium, quality-first brand
- Curate assortments that balance artisan, local, exclusive, and national brands
- Anticipate trends and bring innovation to life in a way that inspires customers
Elevate the Product Experience
- Oversee all aspects of category management, including assortment, pricing, and merchandising
- Create engaging, story-driven merchandising programs that enhance the in-store experience
- Lead seasonal, promotional, and cross-merchandising strategies that drive discovery and basket growth
Drive Financial Excellence
- Own category performance across sales, margin, inventory turns, and profitability
- Develop thoughtful pricing strategies that align with brand positioning while delivering results
- Use data and insights to continuously refine and elevate performance
Build Meaningful Partnerships
- Establish strong, strategic relationships with vendors, makers, and distributors
- Negotiate with a focus on quality, exclusivity, and long-term value
- Champion the development of distinctive private label and proprietary products
Lead & Inspire
- Build, mentor, and develop a high-performing merchandising team
- Foster a culture of curiosity, accountability, and continuous improvement
- Partner closely with store and operational leaders to ensure flawless execution
Who You Are
- A seasoned retail or merchandising leader with 7+ years of progressive leadership experience in grocery retail, including multi-unit or enterprise-level responsibility for category management, merchandising, and P&L performance
- A strong merchant with a refined eye for product, quality, and presentation
- Financially savvy, with experience owning and driving P&L performance
- A collaborative leader who thrives in cross-functional environments
- Passionate about food, wellness, and creating exceptional customer experiences
- Equally comfortable thinking strategically and rolling up your sleeves to execute
Why Join Us
- Be part of a brand that prioritizes quality, guest experience, and community
- Lead with autonomy and influence at a strategic level
- Work alongside a passionate, values-driven team
- Competitive compensation up to $170K base salary
- Outstanding comprehensive benefits package, including fully funded Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Employee Assistance Plan (EAP), Life Insurance, and AD&D; 401K with 4% match, Medical, Dental, Vision with very strong company contribution, and PTO/Vacation accrual starting Day 1.
- Opportunities for long-term growth and impact
JOB ID: 174395
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Trish Cram