Elana S.
About Elana S.
Elana S. is the Director of Merchandising at Joy, a position she has held since 2022. With extensive experience in merchandising and buying, she previously worked at Toys"R"Us and Bed Bath & Beyond, among other companies.
Work at Joy
Elana S. has been serving as the Director of Merchandising at Joy since 2022. In this role, she oversees the merchandising strategy, focusing on product selection and inventory management to enhance the customer experience. Her experience in various merchandising roles contributes to her effectiveness in this position.
Previous Experience at Toys"R"Us
Prior to her current role, Elana S. held multiple positions at Toys"R"Us. She worked as a Divisional Merchandising Manager from 2017 to 2018, where she managed product assortments and merchandising strategies. She also served as a Senior Buyer from 2014 to 2017, Associate Buyer from 2010 to 2012, and a Planning & Allocation Analyst from 2008 to 2010. These roles provided her with extensive experience in retail merchandising and inventory management.
Career at Bed Bath & Beyond
Elana S. worked at Bed Bath & Beyond as a Buyer from 2018 to 2022. In this role, she was responsible for selecting and purchasing merchandise, analyzing market trends, and collaborating with suppliers to optimize product offerings. Her time at Bed Bath & Beyond further developed her skills in retail buying and merchandising.
Education and Expertise
Elana S. studied at the Fashion Institute of Technology, where she earned a Bachelor of Science in Fashion Merchandising Management from 2004 to 2008. This educational background provided her with foundational knowledge in fashion and retail, which she has applied throughout her career in various merchandising roles.
Early Career at Anthropologie and Payless ShoeSource
Elana S. began her career as a Senior Customer Associate at Anthropologie from 2004 to 2008. She also gained experience as an International Buying Intern at Payless ShoeSource in 2007. These early roles contributed to her understanding of customer service and international buying processes.