Brett Allen
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Paige P. Gill
Brett has always exhibited a strong level of respect for all! He worked well with everyone (DMM, planners, assistants, vendors) to create a collaborative working environment, driving results. Additionally, Brett prioritized the training and development of his team, helping ensure their success. As a Buyer, Brett created strategies to transform his business. Through knowing his customer's needs, he exploded important brands, optimized key items and executed marketing initiatives. He championed digital growth by improving fulfillment rates and thoughtfully expanding assortments that enhanced the customer experience. As a Merchandise Planner, I watched him partner with his buying teams, presenting detailed opportunities for growth. Whether it was analyzing and predicting trends to elevate key categories during peak selling periods or formulating store opportunities, all were done to ensure financial goals and metrics were achieved. The above combined with Brett’s positive attitude and ability to adapt to changing circumstances make him a strong candidate for a multitude of opportunities.
Jennifer Gordon
I had the pleasure of having Brett as a planner on my team for a year at Stage Stores. He brought years of retail experience to the company and to our division. His strategic thinking helped drive large increases in the Missy Bottoms business through staying on top of ladder plans and surfacing "what-if" open to buy scenarios to fuel the increasing sales. Brett was always eager and willing to help with any project given to him, no matter how large or small. As a leading trainer for planning and allocations, he stepped up to teach numerous classes for new and incoming planners. Brett's workstyle is very approachable and he was considered a "go-to" person for others to come to with questions. Brett is incredibly thorough and accurate - I could always count on him to complete projects accurately and timely. Any company would have a huge asset in having Brett become part of their team.
Paige P. Gill
Brett has always exhibited a strong level of respect for all! He worked well with everyone (DMM, planners, assistants, vendors) to create a collaborative working environment, driving results. Additionally, Brett prioritized the training and development of his team, helping ensure their success. As a Buyer, Brett created strategies to transform his business. Through knowing his customer's needs, he exploded important brands, optimized key items and executed marketing initiatives. He championed digital growth by improving fulfillment rates and thoughtfully expanding assortments that enhanced the customer experience. As a Merchandise Planner, I watched him partner with his buying teams, presenting detailed opportunities for growth. Whether it was analyzing and predicting trends to elevate key categories during peak selling periods or formulating store opportunities, all were done to ensure financial goals and metrics were achieved. The above combined with Brett’s positive attitude and ability to adapt to changing circumstances make him a strong candidate for a multitude of opportunities.
Jennifer Gordon
I had the pleasure of having Brett as a planner on my team for a year at Stage Stores. He brought years of retail experience to the company and to our division. His strategic thinking helped drive large increases in the Missy Bottoms business through staying on top of ladder plans and surfacing "what-if" open to buy scenarios to fuel the increasing sales. Brett was always eager and willing to help with any project given to him, no matter how large or small. As a leading trainer for planning and allocations, he stepped up to teach numerous classes for new and incoming planners. Brett's workstyle is very approachable and he was considered a "go-to" person for others to come to with questions. Brett is incredibly thorough and accurate - I could always count on him to complete projects accurately and timely. Any company would have a huge asset in having Brett become part of their team.
Paige P. Gill
Brett has always exhibited a strong level of respect for all! He worked well with everyone (DMM, planners, assistants, vendors) to create a collaborative working environment, driving results. Additionally, Brett prioritized the training and development of his team, helping ensure their success. As a Buyer, Brett created strategies to transform his business. Through knowing his customer's needs, he exploded important brands, optimized key items and executed marketing initiatives. He championed digital growth by improving fulfillment rates and thoughtfully expanding assortments that enhanced the customer experience. As a Merchandise Planner, I watched him partner with his buying teams, presenting detailed opportunities for growth. Whether it was analyzing and predicting trends to elevate key categories during peak selling periods or formulating store opportunities, all were done to ensure financial goals and metrics were achieved. The above combined with Brett’s positive attitude and ability to adapt to changing circumstances make him a strong candidate for a multitude of opportunities.
Jennifer Gordon
I had the pleasure of having Brett as a planner on my team for a year at Stage Stores. He brought years of retail experience to the company and to our division. His strategic thinking helped drive large increases in the Missy Bottoms business through staying on top of ladder plans and surfacing "what-if" open to buy scenarios to fuel the increasing sales. Brett was always eager and willing to help with any project given to him, no matter how large or small. As a leading trainer for planning and allocations, he stepped up to teach numerous classes for new and incoming planners. Brett's workstyle is very approachable and he was considered a "go-to" person for others to come to with questions. Brett is incredibly thorough and accurate - I could always count on him to complete projects accurately and timely. Any company would have a huge asset in having Brett become part of their team.
Paige P. Gill
Brett has always exhibited a strong level of respect for all! He worked well with everyone (DMM, planners, assistants, vendors) to create a collaborative working environment, driving results. Additionally, Brett prioritized the training and development of his team, helping ensure their success. As a Buyer, Brett created strategies to transform his business. Through knowing his customer's needs, he exploded important brands, optimized key items and executed marketing initiatives. He championed digital growth by improving fulfillment rates and thoughtfully expanding assortments that enhanced the customer experience. As a Merchandise Planner, I watched him partner with his buying teams, presenting detailed opportunities for growth. Whether it was analyzing and predicting trends to elevate key categories during peak selling periods or formulating store opportunities, all were done to ensure financial goals and metrics were achieved. The above combined with Brett’s positive attitude and ability to adapt to changing circumstances make him a strong candidate for a multitude of opportunities.
Jennifer Gordon
I had the pleasure of having Brett as a planner on my team for a year at Stage Stores. He brought years of retail experience to the company and to our division. His strategic thinking helped drive large increases in the Missy Bottoms business through staying on top of ladder plans and surfacing "what-if" open to buy scenarios to fuel the increasing sales. Brett was always eager and willing to help with any project given to him, no matter how large or small. As a leading trainer for planning and allocations, he stepped up to teach numerous classes for new and incoming planners. Brett's workstyle is very approachable and he was considered a "go-to" person for others to come to with questions. Brett is incredibly thorough and accurate - I could always count on him to complete projects accurately and timely. Any company would have a huge asset in having Brett become part of their team.
Experience
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The NPD Group
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United States
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Market Research
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700 & Above Employee
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Account Manager
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2020 - Present
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Stage Stores
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United States
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Retail
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700 & Above Employee
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Merchandise Planner
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2018 - 2020
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Intimate Apparel and Sleepwear Buyer
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2015 - 2018
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Senior Planner Young Men's; Women's Special Sizes and Collections
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2013 - 2015
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Ecommerce Director-Planning and Drop-Ship
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2012 - 2013
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JCPenney
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United States
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Retail
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700 & Above Employee
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Sr Merchandise Planner
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2010 - 2012
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JCPenney
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United States
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Retail
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700 & Above Employee
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Assortment Planner
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2008 - 2009
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JCPenney
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United States
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Retail
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700 & Above Employee
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Internet Planning Manager
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2000 - 2007
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JCPenney
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United States
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Retail
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700 & Above Employee
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Buyer
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1993 - 1999
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Education
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University of Massachusetts, Amherst
Bachelor of Business Administration, Marketing -
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Circleville High School
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