Holly Heaton
About Holly Heaton
Holly Heaton is a seasoned buyer currently employed at The North Face since 2016. She has extensive experience in retail, having previously worked in various roles including assistant buyer and visual merchandiser.
Work at North Face
Holly Heaton has been a Buyer at The North Face since 2016. In this role, she is responsible for selecting and purchasing products that align with the brand's vision and customer preferences. Prior to her current position, she served as an Assistant Buyer for Outerwear and Sportswear at The North Face from 2013 to 2016. This experience provided her with a solid foundation in product selection and inventory management within the outdoor apparel industry.
Previous Experience in Retail
Before joining The North Face, Holly Heaton worked at Winston Retail from 2007 to 2013. During her six years there, she held the positions of Field Training Associate and Regional Visual Merchandiser in Las Vegas, Nevada. This role involved training staff and implementing visual merchandising strategies to enhance the retail experience. Additionally, she worked at Gap Inc. as an Assistant Brand Manager for one year in 2010, where she contributed to brand strategy and marketing initiatives.
Education and Expertise
Holly Heaton studied at the Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising (FIDM), where she earned an Associate of Arts degree. Her education provided her with a strong foundation in fashion merchandising and retail management, equipping her with the skills necessary for her roles in the retail industry.
Career Timeline
Holly Heaton's career in retail spans over a decade, beginning with her role at Gap Inc. in 2010. She transitioned to Winston Retail in 2007, where she gained valuable experience in training and visual merchandising. After three years at The North Face as an Assistant Buyer, she advanced to her current position as Buyer, marking a significant progression in her career within the outdoor apparel sector.