drugstore.com Hires New Merchandising VP

Bellevue-based drugstore.com , has appointed Mary Allison, formerly the general manager of Garden Botanika, vice president of merchandising.

Allison will report to Kal Raman, president and chief executive of drugstore.com, and will be responsible for the development of merchandising strategies including assortment planning, new item development and business management.

“I’m delighted to have such an experienced and dedicated retail professional join our executive team,” Raman said. “Mary’s track record of delivering excellent sales results along with her strong direct marketing based merchandising skills will undoubtedly be a huge asset to drugstore.com.”