ASSOCIATE PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT MERCHANT

The Home Depot

2d•CA$70,400 - CA$79,100•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for globally sourcing, purchasing, and developing globally sourced merchandise for specific departments. This role supports the full product lifecycle—from concept to launch—by partnering with international suppliers, internal sourcing teams, and merchants to deliver differentiated, profitable products aligned to category strategy. The Associate Merchant, Product Development will partner closely with Merchant partners and cross-functional teams to identify new category specific areas for development as well as lead and identify private brand cost out opportunities. This role will understand product, merchandising needs, analyze projects, specifications, and ensure private brand governance.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
5+ years related experience in: Product development, Global sourcing, Merchandising or manufacturing
Strong negotiation, communication, and vendor management skills
Experience working with international suppliers

Nice To Haves

Action Oriented
Collaborates
Communicates Effectively
Customer Focus
Drives Results
Plans and Aligns

Responsibilities

Develop and purchase new products or manage existing products, including cost negotiation and margin optimization
Create product specifications, including packaging, safety, quality, and environmental requirements
Manage development of selling materials (packaging, PK, POP, marketing assets)
Identify, qualify, and manage international vendors in alignment with Home Depot standards
Maintain strong understanding of domestic and international supply chains
Partner across Global Sourcing, Supply Chain, and Merchandising teams
Support and present at line reviews, marketing meetings, and business reviews
Understand and evaluate product impact on sales, margin, and inventory