Category Manager Seasonal - Lead Director

CVS Health • Woonsocket, RI

16d • $100,000 - $231,540

About The Position

We’re building a world of health around every individual — shaping a more connected, convenient and compassionate health experience. At CVS Health®, you’ll be surrounded by passionate colleagues who care deeply, innovate with purpose, hold ourselves accountable and prioritize safety and quality in everything we do. Join us and be part of something bigger – helping to simplify health care one person, one family and one community at a time. As the nation’s leading health solutions company, we reach millions of Americans through our local presence, digital channels, and more than 300,000 purpose-driven colleagues – caring for people where, when, and how they choose in a way that is uniquely more connected, more convenient, and more compassionate. Does developing strategies and products for every season sound exciting to you? We have a dynamic opportunity for a Category Manager – Seasonal - Lead Director within our General Merchandising team. In this role, you will own the Seasonal category strategy and P&L, driving growth through innovative merchandising strategies and delivering compelling assortments that delight customers. You will lead a high-performing team, manage vendor partnerships, and collaborate cross-functionally to achieve sales, margin, and market share goals. Your work will directly impact how millions of customers experience seasonal products in-store and online, making CVS a destination for trusted value and innovation.

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience in Retail Category Management, Merchandising, CPG, Private Equity, Investment Banking, or Management Consulting.
• Proven ability to lead complex initiatives and drive category growth through innovative strategies.
• Strong analytical skills with experience leveraging data for assortment optimization, pricing strategies, and performance forecasting.
• Demonstrated success in cross-functional collaboration and influencing stakeholders at all levels.
• Skilled in vendor negotiations and structuring win-win agreements to maximize profitability.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills with strong executive presence.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite, including advanced Excel and PowerPoint.
• Experience managing and developing direct reports.
• Ability to travel up to 20%.

Nice To Haves

• Omni-channel merchandising experience.
• Expertise in high-stakes negotiations.
• MBA preferred.

Responsibilities

• Own category P&L and deliver sales and margin goals through strategic planning and execution.
• Develop and implement end-to-end merchandising strategies, including assortment planning, pricing, promotions, and loyalty programs.
• Lead and mentor a high-performing team, fostering engagement, growth, and accountability.
• Build and maintain strong vendor relationships, negotiating contracts and terms to maximize profitability and ensure competitive assortments.
• Analyze market trends, customer insights, and competitive data to inform category strategy and identify growth opportunities.
• Partner with cross-functional teams (Inventory, Pricing, Finance, Store Brands, Marketing, Store Operations) to execute promotional strategies and marketing plans.
• Drive innovation and speed-to-market for new products and seasonal initiatives while balancing financial risk.
• Ensure seamless execution across omni-channel platforms, creating cohesive experiences for customers in-store and online.
• Contribute to broader General Merchandise initiatives and strategic projects.

Benefits

• Affordable medical plan options, a 401(k) plan (including matching company contributions), and an employee stock purchase plan.
• No-cost programs for all colleagues including wellness screenings, tobacco cessation and weight management programs, confidential counseling and financial coaching.
• Benefit solutions that address the different needs and preferences of our colleagues including paid time off, flexible work schedules, family leave, dependent care resources, colleague assistance programs, tuition assistance, retiree medical access and many other benefits depending on eligibility.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees