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PHILADELPHIA—Rite Aid announced Thursday that Bryant Harris has joined the company as senior vice president and chief merchandising officer.
The company announced that Harris will be vital in shaping its merchandising strategy, ensuring a top-notch product range that adapts to customers' evolving demands. He will be responsible for managing product assortment, procurement, pricing, visual merchandising, and store design, collaborating closely with the store operations and marketing teams to create customer-focused shopping experiences in the communities the chain serves.
“As we continue to strengthen our business and accelerate our transformation plan, we are pleased to welcome Bryant to Rite Aid,” said Matt Schroeder, chief executive officer. “As an accomplished leader driven by excellence, Bryant will be a great addition to the team to help further our mission to provide thoughtful, personalized experiences that support our customers’ health and wellness goals.”
Harris will join the company’s executive leadership team and report to Schroeder. Before coming to Rite Aid, he was the chief merchandising officer at Wakefern Food Corporation, where he crafted and implemented a strategic roadmap that greatly improved the company’s merchandising effectiveness and overall performance. Harris has nearly 20 years of extensive retail experience focused on growth, innovation, and operational excellence from significant leadership positions at Save A Lot and Sam’s Club.
“I am excited to join Rite Aid to continue advancing the merchandising strategy that delivers a compelling product mix and a shopping experience that meets our customers’ expectations,” said Harris. “I look forward to collaborating with the team and our suppliers to ensure we provide the products our communities need to live their healthiest life.”
