Head of Merchandising - Building / Construction Materials

Define and drive merchandising strategy for construction material categories, including Building Decor, Roofing & Board, and Building Foundation, to achieve growth and market leadership

Own category P&L, ensuring revenue growth, margin optimization, and inventory efficiency

Lead end-to-end category management including assortment planning, pricing architecture, and product lifecycle

Develop private label and exclusive product strategies to strengthen differentiation across key product groups

Build and manage strategic supplier partnerships and lead key commercial negotiations

Leverage data, customer insights, and market trends to optimize category performance

Ensure strong alignment with Supply Chain, Marketing, and Store Operations for execution excellence

Drive innovation and continuous improvement in merchandising practices

Lead and develop high-performing merchandising teams Qualifications & Experience

Qualifications & Experience

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Supply Chain, or related fields (MBA preferred)

15+ years of experience in merchandising, commercial, or retail leadership roles

Strong background in construction materials, building materials, or home improvement business

Demonstrated experience managing large P&L and driving business transformation

Strong strategic thinking, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills

Experience in leading large teams and managing senior stakeholders