DirectBuy Brings In Director of Merchandising, Continues Expansion Drive

Furniture World News Desk on 5/20/2018

DirectBuy has this week announced its new Director of Merchandising, Canada, Nick Lemieux. Mr. Lemieux will be managing Accessories, Electronics, Flooring, Kitchen & Bath and Sports & Leisure.

Prior to joining DirectBuy, Mr. Lemieux was Vice President of Merchandising at The Source, Canada’s leading mall-based consumer electronics retailer with 450 stores and 100 dealer outlets nationwide. Mr. Lemieux managed Small Office/Home Office and Home Entertainment at The Source, outpacing the competition by increasing sales, launching new products and expanding its private label, an initiative DirectBuy is poised to launch.

Mr. Lemieux’s career highlights include expanding the BOSE brand at The Source, accounting for the majority of BOSE’s growth in Canada, and launching Amazon Kindle Touch in Canada, sold exclusively at The Source for six months.

“We’re focused on growing our network of preferred vendors, as well as our product options, providing more quality, value and variety to our members,” commented Jack Carskaddon, Chief Merchandising Officer. “Nick’s experience makes him the ideal candidate to spearhead this exciting new chapter at DirectBuy.”

“I plan to foster trust with both members and vendors alike by working together to design mutually beneficial programs ensuring we have the right products and brands for our community ,” added Mr. Lemieux. “The team and product range are in significant expansion making it an ideal time to join DirectBuy."

For more information, email newvendor@directbuy.com

More about DirectBuy: DirectBuy is an exclusive members only club with guaranteed savings on thousands of brands, and unparalleled services including interior design, installation, project coordination, and more. DirectBuy members save $3,800 on average during their first year.

DirectBuy is famous for its savings guarantee that allows members to purchase 10% to 30% below all other retailers' prices, including Amazon. It does this by leveraging its sales volume to develop direct relationships with manufacturers, and avoiding overhead and inventory risk. If DirectBuy members find products cheaper elsewhere, DirectBuy not only matches the price, but beats it in accordance with its savings guarantee.