Lindsey Okerlund
About Lindsey Okerlund
Lindsey Okerlund is a Senior Category Manager at Overstock.com, where she has worked since 2019. She has extensive experience in product sourcing and buying, having held various positions at Overstock.com and other companies since 2005.
Current Role as Senior Category Manager
Lindsey Okerlund currently serves as a Senior Category Manager at Overstock.com, a position she has held since 2019. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing product categories, managing inventory, and developing strategies to optimize sales and profitability. Her extensive experience in retail and product management informs her decision-making and strategic planning.
Previous Experience at Overstock.com
Lindsey Okerlund has a significant history with Overstock.com, having worked there in various capacities since 2014. She started as an Associate Buyer from 2014 to 2015, then progressed to Buyer from 2015 to 2016. After a year as a Senior Buyer from 2016 to 2019, she transitioned to her current role as Senior Category Manager. This progression highlights her growth and expertise within the company.
Background in Product Sourcing and Development
Before her tenure at Overstock.com, Lindsey Okerlund worked in product sourcing at DCWV Acquisition Corporation in 2013 for four months. Additionally, she served as a Furniture Designer and Product Developer at Walker Edison Furniture Company from 2011 to 2013. Her background includes a focus on sourcing and product development, which complements her current role.
Experience in Inventory Management
Lindsey Okerlund has a background in inventory management, having worked as an Inventory Planner at Design Imports from 2005 to 2007. This experience provided her with foundational skills in managing stock levels and ensuring product availability, which are essential in her current role as Senior Category Manager.