Nicole Clasen
About Nicole Clasen
Nicole Clasen is the Senior Omni Buyer for Women's Footwear at Kohl's Department Stores in Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin.
Current Role at Kohl's Department Stores
Nicole Clasen has been serving as the Senior Omni Buyer - Women's Footwear at Kohl's Department Stores since 2017. In her role, she is responsible for overseeing the selection, purchasing, and management of women's footwear across various channels, ensuring an integrated approach for both online and in-store sales. Her position involves analyzing consumer trends, negotiating with suppliers, and collaborating with other departments to achieve business goals.
Previous Roles in Kohl's Department Stores
Nicole Clasen has accumulated extensive experience with Kohl's Department Stores, where she has held multiple positions over the years. From 2009 to 2013, she worked as the Omni Buyer - Men's Dress and Casual Footwear. Prior to that, she was the Buyer for Fashion Accessories from 2006 to 2009. Her earlier roles include serving as a Merchandise Planner from 2003 to 2006 and as an Assistant Buyer from 1999 to 2003. Each of these roles provided her with valuable insights and experience in retail buying and merchandise planning.
Education Background
Nicole Clasen pursued her higher education at the James A. Graaskamp Center for Real Estate. She achieved her Bachelor's degree, specifically a Bachelor of Business Administration, where she majored in Marketing, Management, and Human Resources. She completed her studies from 1994 to 1998. Her academic background has provided her with a solid foundation in business principles and practices, which she applies in her professional roles.
Experience in Women's Footwear Buying
With her current role as the Senior Omni Buyer - Women's Footwear at Kohl's Department Stores, Nicole Clasen brings extensive experience in the retail industry. Her tenure at Kohl's has seen her handle various categories, including women's footwear, men's dress and casual footwear, and fashion accessories. This diverse background has equipped her with a comprehensive understanding of market trends, consumer preferences, and effective buying strategies in the footwear and fashion accessory sectors.
Location of Professional Engagement
Nicole Clasen has been professionally engaged in Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin, United States, throughout her career at Kohl's Department Stores. Menomonee Falls serves as a significant hub for Kohl's, providing a strategic location for her roles and responsibilities within the company.