Ken Graat

Ken Graat is an experienced merchandising professional with a career spanning over two decades at HD Supply, where tenure began in March 1996 and has progressed to the role of Vice President of Merchandising. With extensive management experience across all product categories and oversight of more than $1.8 billion in annual sales, Ken has demonstrated a strong command of financial metrics and supplier negotiations. Previous roles include Senior Director of Merchandising and Senior Merchant, where Ken managed categories generating over $300 million in sales and achieved notable milestones such as the creation of a $30 million private label lock program. Ken's foundational experience includes a Merchandising Assistant position at The Home Depot, contributing to product assortment and training across multiple store locations. Education was completed at California State University, Fullerton.