Kennet Johansson
Acworth,GA
Summary
Values driven and result-oriented leader with experience in both managing teams as an operator as well as managing product categories as a global merchant. Strong entrepreneurial spirit; with a track record of exceeding individual and company goals. Delivers industry leading financial results. Builds and develops a diverse, high performing teams that can achieve strategic objectives. Creates a culture of ongoing learning and development. Exceptional understanding of merchandise principles: line structure, vendor negotiations/collaboration, consumer value, financial levers, and interconnected retail. Established reputable relations with leaders and dominant distributors such as Samsung, LG, GE, Kohler, Masco and Fortune Brands.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Divisional Merchandise Manager
The Home Depot Inc, US Stores
09.2022 - Current
- Responsible for the bath portfolio for all 2000 US stores
- This includes Vanities, Tub/Shower, Toilets, Faucets, Bath Accessories, Shower head and the Bath Install Business
- Managed a large merchant team for both the in store and online business
- Developed a clear business strategy focused on long-term opportunities, challenges, and contingency planning
- Aligned associate and group goals to organization goals and created a culture of ongoing learning and development
- Worked closely with merchants and in-store environment team to develop an entire new in-store interconnected experience across all categories
- This included new fixtures, signage, displays and assortment updates that will be driving long term success for the bath categories.
- Cultivated strong relationships with vendors to maintain and improve levels of customer service.
- Monitored inventory levels and avoided shortages with timely replenishment of stock.
- Facilitated resolution of vendor disputes and discrepancies.
Sr
The Home Depot Inc, Plumbing
01.2020 - 01.2022
- Responsible for full category management, In store and Online for Faucets, Bath Accessories and Shower heads for all 2000 US stores
- This includes Sales, Profitability, Inventory management and Marketing
- Developed a new interconnected in store experience “Bath Aisle Re Imagined” that drove increased productivity across all metrics
- This included new fixture solutions, visual signage, displays and improved assortments
- Worked with in store execution teams to implement the new sets in 500 stores in 2023
- Worked closely with multiple suppliers to develop new innovative products and improved packaging
- Worked with our private brand team to diversify supplier base and improve port capabilities for import products
- Managed several merchants on team across core and online categories.
Merchant
The Home Depot Inc
01.2016 - 01.2020
- Responsible for full category management of the Refrigeration class for all 2000 US stores
- This includes Sales, Profitability and Inventory management
- Manage multiple major suppliers within the category to drive growth through innovative products, strong marketing support and showroom productivity
- Responsible for sales growth of $1.2B or 54% in two years
- Managing appliance off shelf events that drove sales growth of $300M + for three consecutive years
- Managed multiple product line reviews resulting in strong cost out and improved assortments
- Visited multiple manufacturing sites across China, Korea, Europe and US.
Merchant Storage & Organization, US Stores
01.2013 - 01.2016
- Responsible for full category management of the Storage & Organization class for all 2000 US stores
- This included Sales, Profitability and Inventory management
- Managed multiple major suppliers within the category to drive growth through innovative products and in store space productivity
- Worked closely with field merchandising team to expand growth categories such as Moving product and Resin storage product
- Grew the Moving category to #1 market share in US
- Managed company storage events and worked closely with Marketing and signage team to support stores
- Worked closely with smaller suppliers to help them expand manufacturing capabilities to help fuel our growth
- Visited manufacturing facilities in China and Israel
- Helped with design and sourcing of new Husky Garage cabinet program from China.
Regional Merchandise Manager
01.2009 - 01.2013
- Responsible for field merchandising for 50 stores across three states in the New England region
- This included driving merchandising consistency, local assortment changes, storm response and seasonal category inventory load in strategy
- Supported CT with a new store opening with great impact by assisting with blueprint and adding new categories to the store to mirror the community
- Daily interactions with merchant team to right size product categories across the store
- Supported off shelf product selection quarterly for the Division
- Provided weekly updates on the business to RVP, District and Store managers.
District Manager
01.2006 - 01.2009
- Responsible for 10 stores in the Cleveland market
- This included sales, Operational profitability, and inventory
- Managed a diverse team across both Suburban and Urban stores
- Opened two new stores in the district with a strong focus on hiring the right people
- As a District Manager, I focused on developing my team, driving consistency with store standards and operational processes.
Store Manager
01.2003 - 01.2006
- Responsible for store 3820, an inner-city store in the Cleveland Market
- This included sales, Operational profitability, and inventory
- Managed a diverse team of 130 associates in a high shrink store environment
- I focused on developing my team, driving consistency with store standards and operational processes.
Skills
- Analytical Thinking
- Coaching and Mentoring
- Reporting Knowledge
- Price Negotiations
- Strategic Planning
- Business Savvy
- Team Leadership
- Supplier Relationship Management
- Cost Assessments
- Inventory Management
- Process Improvement
Property Management & Renovations
Purchase and improve fixer upper properties and rental properties as a hobby.
Languages
Swedish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Divisional Merchandise Manager
The Home Depot Inc, US Stores
09.2022 - Current
Sr
The Home Depot Inc, Plumbing
01.2020 - 01.2022
Merchant
The Home Depot Inc
01.2016 - 01.2020
Merchant Storage & Organization, US Stores
01.2013 - 01.2016
Regional Merchandise Manager
01.2009 - 01.2013
District Manager
01.2006 - 01.2009
Store Manager
01.2003 - 01.2006
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