Job#: 2084129
Job Description:
Role: Own Brand Lead
Summary:
Drive business growth as a project manager and ambassador of private label brand equity.
What You'll Be Doing:
•Manage product development project execution for line extensions, new line launches, label redesigns, product reformulations, and sourcing initiatives—from concept ideation through product launch.
•Collaborate with and lead cross-functional teams (Label/Packaging Design, Sourcing, Compliance, Regulatory, Analytics, Legal, and Consumer Insights) during product development and commercialization.
•Support category review processes for private label by developing fact-based market, trade, and trend data, shopper insights, and best practices.
•Influence overall merchandising objectives by supporting execution of private label business strategies and plans.
•Work closely with merchants to onboard new vendors and ensure timely execution of vendor setup, item setup, and ongoing item and price maintenance.
•Collaborate with Marketing to support brand and product launches and consumer activation.
•Monitor business performance and market trends to provide profitable recommendations for new items, line extensions, and promotions.
•Serve as key contact for vendors during commercialization. Understand supplier options and capabilities through reviews, trade shows, and facility visits.
•Provide weekly business reporting to Merchants and Directors, including post-launch analysis, sales performance insights, and price/promo opportunities. While final P&L accountability resides with the Merchant business owner, the Own Brand Lead shares responsibility for the business they support.
What You Bring with You (Qualifications):
•Bachelor’s degree in Business or related field, or equivalent retail experience preferred.
•4+ years of experience in brand management, marketing, merchandising, private label, product development, sourcing/supply chain, project management, or similar.
•Strong interpersonal, organizational, and time management skills.
•Self-starter with a proactive mindset and strong work ethic.
•Ability to blend creativity and analytics to solve business challenges.
•Understanding of P&L terminology and fundamentals.
•Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
•Business leadership and calculated risk-taking ability.
•Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
EEO Employer
Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.
Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico.
Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Apex team member can provide.
