Meghan Mechlem
About Meghan Mechlem
Meghan Mechlem is a Senior Planning Manager at The North Face, where she has worked since 2018. Previously, she held various roles in marketing and buying at companies such as Highmark Inc., DICK'S Sporting Goods, and GNC.
Current Role at The North Face
Meghan Mechlem serves as a Senior Planning Manager at The North Face, a VF Company, since 2018. In this role, she is responsible for managing seasonal buys and collaborating with multiple brands, including Timberland, Sorel, Columbia, and Merrell. Her work involves strategic planning and execution to ensure product availability and alignment with market demands. She has also worked with vendors to develop an exclusive product line, contributing to the brand's unique offerings in the outdoor apparel market.
Previous Experience at Highmark Inc.
Prior to her current position, Meghan worked at Highmark Inc. as a Senior Digital Marketing Analyst from 2017 to 2018. In this role, she focused on digital marketing strategies and analytics, contributing to the company's online presence and customer engagement efforts. Her experience at Highmark provided her with insights into the healthcare sector and the importance of digital marketing in enhancing brand visibility.
Career at DICK'S Sporting Goods
Meghan spent eight years at DICK'S Sporting Goods, where she held the position of Buyer - Footwear from 2009 to 2017. In this capacity, she was responsible for purchasing decisions and inventory management for footwear products. Her role involved analyzing market trends, vendor negotiations, and ensuring that the product offerings met customer needs.
Educational Background in Marketing
Meghan Mechlem earned her Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Marketing with a Minor in Spanish from the University of Dayton, where she studied from 2005 to 2009. This educational background provided her with a solid foundation in marketing principles and practices, which she has applied throughout her career in various roles across different industries.
Early Career and Internships
Meghan's early career included various internships and roles that contributed to her professional development. She worked as a Marketing Research Intern at Siemens Water Technologies in 2008 and participated in the Nestle Innovation Challenge. Additionally, she held positions at Procter & Gamble, including a Marketing Challenge Internship and a role as a Marketing Challenge Student Advisor. These experiences helped her build essential skills in marketing and product development.