Job Summary

Overall responsibility for Owned Brands sales and profit for assigned division and categories. Responsible for making customer-led recommendations to meet and exceed Company, Division, and individual targets for sales and profit through working with key stakeholders throughout the Company. Manage several diverse categories simultaneously and oversee the vision, strategy, and execution of key OB initiatives that require significant cross-functional collaboration while managing direct reports.  This senior manager is expected to demonstrate strategic creative thinking, be able to thrive in the ambiguity of innovation while inspiring teams to deliver results through commercialization with an overall optimistic and “can do” attitude.

Job Responsibilities Set targets for sales and gross profit for assigned division as well as categories.   Works with Divisional Merchandise Managers and Category Managers to meet established sales, profit and owned brand penetration goals.Leads cross functional team to define customer-led product specifications and ensure product submission meets or exceeds consumer expectations.  Develops assigned divisional and specific categories; stays abreast of consumer and category trends as well as market changes. Maintains knowledge of competition and applies information as necessary to grow sales and profit.Planning and Forecasting: Understanding how to forecast demand for both short term and long term sales; must have a solid understanding of logistics and the effect on store and warehouse fill rates, inventory, and shelf life and the results these areas have on Company profitability.Accountability for budget and owner of annual planning and 3 year strategic planning processes needs to collaborate with insights and finance teams to develop new product pipeline, sku rationalization, sales/profit as well as planning and forecasting.  Identifies new customer-led revenue generating opportunities for overall business.Works cross functionally with sourcing team to identify manufacturers and suppliers that align to our strategic platforms that deliver on our new product development criteria. Knows the entire “lifecycle“ process and how it affects product costs, product availability, sales and profitability.Develops assigned divisional and category priorities through new product development, which may include but not limited to innovation, product enhancements, reformulation, sign off of mechanical artwork files and packaging and repackaging ideas.Leads new product development process for division and specified categories. This includes category enhancement as well as full compliance for the “stage gate process.”Leads cross functionally to drive Integrated Activity Planning by division and category that deliver on the brand strategy.Cultivates a high performing and engaged team through continuous training and mentorship, setting obtainable performance goals, and providing clear communication and constructive feedback.  Develops onboarding materials for new personnel. Works cross functionally with E-commerce and Digital team on divisional and category level activations that adhere to Brand guardrails.Manages legal queries and recalls. This includes setting the strategy for state/local issues.Develops promotional plans (ad recommendations, ad shadowing, month long events, off-shelf programs etc.) for division and categories that are aligned to brand strategy.About Walgreens Boots Alliance

Walgreens (www.walgreens.com) is included in the U.S. Retail Pharmacy and U.S. Healthcare segments of Walgreens Boots Alliance, Inc. (Nasdaq: WBA), an integrated healthcare, pharmacy and retail leader with a 170 year heritage of caring for communities. WBA’s purpose is to create more joyful lives through better health. Operating nearly 9,000 retail locations across America, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands, Walgreens is proud to be a neighborhood health destination serving nearly 10 million customers each day. Walgreens pharmacists play a critical role in the U.S. healthcare system by providing a wide range of pharmacy and healthcare services, including those that drive equitable access to care for the nation’s medically underserved populations. To best meet the needs of customers and patients, Walgreens offers a true omnichannel experience, with fully integrated physical and digital platforms supported by the latest technology to deliver high quality products and services in communities nationwide.
The actual salary an employee can expect to receive, plus bonus pursuant to the terms of any bonus plan if applicable, will depend on experience, seniority, geographic location, and other factors permitted by law. To review benefits, please visit jobs.walgreens.com/benefits.
"An Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans".