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Ace Retail Group announced it has named Phillip Dalrymple senior director of merchandising. In the role, Dalrymple will guide product assortment strategy, vendor partnerships and category performance at the company’s 260-plus Ace Hardware stores in 18 states.
Dalrymple brings more than 15 years of retail merchandising and leadership experience to Ace Retail Group, with deep expertise in category development, private label programs, product development and omnichannel retail.
Most recently, Dalrymple served as president of Pnuma Outdoors and Heated Core, where he oversaw P&L management, budgeting and operational planning for a multimillion-dollar premium apparel business. Previously, he held leadership roles at Link Snacks Inc., City Lumber & Wholesale, Marolina Outdoor and Cabela’s.
“Phil knows how to build strong vendor partnerships and turn them into better choices for customers,” says Laura Byrne-Harris, vice president of merchandising and marketing at Ace Retail Group. “He’s a great addition to our team, and we’re excited about what he’ll bring to our stores and the communities they serve.”
Dalrymple is a graduate of Texas State University, where he earned a bachelor’s degree in business administration.
