Lead, Private Brands Program Management

Do your Best Work in MooresvilleThis position is based at our headquarters in Mooresville, North Carolina. Our corporate office is a space where you can collaborate and do your best work. Take a walk, grab a bite (or a cup of coffee), work out or get a check-up – we invest in you so you can find your inspiration.Your ImpactThe Category Management Lead will work cross-functionally to ideate, develop, project manage, and deliver Private Brands creative programs. This role will identify opportunities and coordinate product category strategies to enhance the Private Brands omnichannel experience, elevate the brand, and increase consumer engagement. The Category Management Lead is responsible for managing the execution of concurrent and complex projects from conception through delivery, including managing scope and resources, scheduling, budget tracking, developing project plans, and providing status updates to both project stakeholders and executive teams. This role will manage all factors that govern project success to ensure high-quality delivery within time, cost and quality parameters.What You Will DoWork collaboratively and synthesize feedback and input from marketing, merchandising, product, creative and brand partners.Understand business partners' long-range requirements and engage in strategic planning and partnering to ensure alignment.Understand the category and key competitors to develop customer specific category growth strategies and knowledge.Maintain a balanced focus on both the small details of a project and the larger objectives and schedule to complete projects successfully and on-time.Facilitate project-related team meetings and communicate action steps to ensure all stakeholders have updated daily reports and project milestones. Communicate consistently with project stakeholders and executives as appropriate, ensuring deliverables are being met by all team members at all stages of the project.Manage the design and development process of graphics, copy and photography for all creative projects.Review all creative, inclusive of item-specific packaging production, to ensure that quality and brand standards are met, and product(s) is being showcased in a way that will resonate with the consumer and facilitate the buying process.Liaise with outside agencies and vendors to ensure seamless integration and delivery of creative and production projects.Build and foster relationships with both internal and external teams, acting as the liaison between internal customers and creative production teams.Drive process improvements and minimize risk to the organization and customer.Minimum QualificationsBachelor’s degree in business, marketing or related field or equivalent years of experience in lieu of education requirement, if applicable7 years of general experience, including 5 years of experience managing multiple product vendors and categoriesExperience in a marketing, large retail environment, consumer package goods company, or advertising agency that services Fortune 500 companiesExperience developing and executing omni-channel brand strategiesExperience working with design, advertising and/or marketing teamsDemonstrated ability to influence people and craft compelling, fact-based stories to drive category solutions internally and with the customerProven ability to liaise with internal stakeholders and creative teams to ensure timely delivery of creative projects, working with both internal teams and external partnersPreferred Skills/EducationExperience using MAC platformKnowledge in packaging development, structural and print/productionAdept at writing detailed statements of work and project briefsAbout Lowe’sLowe’s Companies, Inc. (NYSE: LOW) is a FORTUNE 100 home improvement company with total fiscal year 2025 sales of more than $86 billion. Lowe’s employs approximately 300,000 associates and operates over 1,750 home improvement stores, 540 branches and 120 distribution centers. Lowe’s is a core value S&P 500 equity stock and a dividend aristocrat. Based in Mooresville, N.C., Lowe’s supports the communities it serves through programs focused on creating safe, affordable housing, improving community spaces, helping to develop the next generation of skilled trade experts and providing disaster relief to communities in need. For more information, visit Lowes.com. Lowe’s is an equal opportunity employer and administers all personnel practices without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, gender, age, ancestry, national origin, mental or physical disability or medical condition, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other category protected under federal, state, or local law.Job SummaryJob number: JR-02703739Profession: MerchandisingType: Full time