Gustavo Torres
About Gustavo Torres
Gustavo Torres is a Merchandiser Supervisor at The North Face, with a background in economics and extensive experience in merchandising and financial analysis. He has worked with major Mexican retailers and has expertise in e-commerce strategies and trade marketing.
Current Role at The North Face
Gustavo Torres serves as a Merchandiser Supervisor at The North Face, a VF Company, since 2021. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing merchandising strategies and ensuring product alignment with market demands. His position is based in the metropolitan area of Mexico City, where he applies his extensive experience in managing product and marketing departments.
Previous Experience in Retail and Merchandising
Prior to his current role, Gustavo worked as a Merchandising Coordinator at JanSport, another VF Company, from 2019 to 2021. He has also collaborated with major Mexican retailers, including Liverpool, Sanborns, Sears, Coppel, and Palacio de Hierro. His experience encompasses managing trade marketing efforts and product strategies for both national and international brands.
Educational Background in Economics
Gustavo Torres studied at Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México, where he earned a Licenciatura en Economía from 2009 to 2014. This educational background provided him with a strong foundation in economic principles, which he has applied throughout his professional career in various roles within the retail and merchandising sectors.
Early Career and Internships
Gustavo began his career as an intern at Nielsen from 2014 to 2015, where he gained valuable insights into data analysis and market research. He also worked as a Financial Analyst at Siemens for 11 months in 2015-2016, where he developed skills in financial management and analysis, contributing to his comprehensive understanding of business operations.
Expertise in E-commerce and Commercial Strategies
Gustavo has expertise in implementing commercial strategies aimed at growing e-commerce channels. His background includes generating data to identify business opportunities, which has been crucial in his roles across the fashion and luxury sectors. This experience positions him as a knowledgeable professional in the evolving landscape of retail and online commerce.