Donald S.
Chief Merchandising and Marketing Officer
Meijer•Grand Rapids, Michigan, United States
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Merchandising and Marketing Executive successful at creating strategies necessary to drive profitable growth. Authentic leader that has led large organizations and believes in empowering teams and achieving results the right way. Broad experience across Merchandising and Manufacturing. Strategic leader that excels at developing clear vision and goals to bring clarity, prioritization and focus for teams. Decisive team leader with a strong ability to assess & coach talent. Specialties: Strategic Planning, Private Label Development, Driving Operational & Organizational Change, Influencer, Internal Collaborator, Talent Management, Negotiations
Career Timeline
- MeijerCurrentNov 2011–Present· 14 yrs 11 mos
- Chief Merchandising and Marketing OfficerCurrent2023–Present
- Senior Vice President, MerchandisingOct 2022–2023
- Group Vice President of Foods and Meijer ExpressSep 2020–Oct 2022
- Group Vice President of Fresh MerchandisingFeb 2018–Sep 2020
- Group Vice President of Grocery MerchandisingFeb 2016–Feb 2018
- Vice President Grocery MerchandisingAug 2014–Feb 2016
- Vice President of Merchandise Presentation and PricingAug 2013–Aug 2014
- DMM Electronics/School Home Office/MediaNov 2011–Aug 2013
- Jun 2004–Nov 2011· 7 yrs 5 mos
- Sr. Buyer - Hardlines Paper & PlasticsJul 2010–Nov 2011
- Group Manager Merchandise Presentation - Hardlines, Heathcare & Beauty2008–Jul 2010
- Buyer - GroceryFeb 2006–2008
- Negotiation Leader - HardlinesJun 2004–Feb 2006
- Aug 2000–May 2003· 2 yrs 9 mos
- Buyer, Procurement CategoryAug 2000–May 2003
- Aug 1997–Jul 2000· 2 yrs 11 mos
- New Model BuyerAug 1997–Jul 2000
Education
Masters of Business Administration
Marketing and Operations Management
University of Notre Dame
Bachelor of Arts
Marketing
Michigan State University