Rick Taylor

About

Accomplished leader in multiple industries which have included both retail and distribution businesses. Recognized for ability to collaborate and engage across all functional areas, consistently exceed annual goals, develop strategic plans to meet revenue and profit goals. Deep experience in category management, contract negotiations, new product launches, supply chain management, and launching marketing programs. Results oriented leader that leads a team responsible for nearly $3B in annual revenue

Experience

• McKesson (16 yrs 5 mos)
  • Vice President of Category Management Medical Surgical and Equipment
    Feb 2023 - Present · 3 yrs 5 mos

  • Senior Director Category Management Primary Care
    Apr 2017 - Jan 2023 · 5 yrs 10 mos

  • Director of Category Management Extended Care
    Mar 2014 - Mar 2017 · 3 yrs 1 mo

• Buyer-Young Men's Collections and License Apparel at Stage Stores
  Mar 2009 - Feb 2010 · 1 yr

• Circuit City (14 yrs 1 mo)
  • Director of iPod/MP3 Hardware and Accessories
    Mar 1995 - Mar 2009 · 14 yrs 1 mo

  • Sr. Music Buyer
    Dec 2005 - Dec 2007 · 2 yrs 1 mo

    Managed all aspects of purchasing operations for the entire music division, i.e., process improvements, strategic planning, merchandising and marketing strategies, workforce training and development, and succession planning in support of 670 stores. Screened, hired, trained, motivated, evaluated and managed a team of 1 buyer, 2 assistant buyers and 3 merchandise analysts in the coordination with an annual sales budget of $200 million