Alison Nickum
About Alison Nickum
Alison Nickum serves as the Senior Director of Regional Merchandising at Floor & Decor, a position she has held since 2020. She has extensive experience in merchandising and strategy, having previously worked for major companies such as Walmart, Amazon, and Hostway Corporation.
Current Role at Floor & Decor
Alison Nickum serves as the Senior Director of Regional Merchandising at Floor & Decor, a position she has held since 2020. Based in Chicago, Illinois, she oversees merchandising strategies across multiple regions. Her role involves collaborating with various teams to optimize product offerings and enhance customer experience. Nickum's leadership is integral to the company’s merchandising operations, ensuring alignment with market trends and consumer demands.
Previous Experience at Walmart.com
Before joining Floor & Decor, Alison Nickum worked at Walmart.com as a Senior Manager in Merchandise Strategy from 2006 to 2012. In this role, she led a team of over 25 senior leaders across eight functions. Her responsibilities included negotiating and executing a multi-party contract projected to generate $800 million in sales and $300 million in profit over three years. Additionally, she conducted a comprehensive assessment for Walmart’s potential entry into the business-to-business market.
Experience at Amazon
Alison Nickum was employed at Amazon as the Head of Upholstered and Luxury Furniture within Amazon Retail from 2012 to 2018. During her tenure, she managed product strategy and development for a significant segment of the retail market. Her leadership contributed to the growth and positioning of Amazon's furniture offerings, aligning them with consumer preferences and market demands.
Educational Background
Alison Nickum studied at the University of Chicago, where she earned an AB with Honors in Economics from 1997 to 2000. She furthered her education at The University of Chicago Booth School of Business, obtaining an MBA with a focus on Economics, Entrepreneurship, and Analytic Finance from 2004 to 2006. Her academic achievements laid a strong foundation for her career in merchandising and strategic analysis.
Early Career at Hostway Corporation
Alison Nickum began her professional career at Hostway Corporation, where she worked as a Senior Analyst in Strategy & Analysis from 2002 to 2004. Based in Park City, Utah, she contributed to strategic initiatives that supported the company's growth. This role provided her with valuable experience in analytical thinking and strategic planning, which she later applied in her subsequent positions.