Melissa Wilson
About Melissa Wilson
Melissa Wilson is a Category Manager at Overstock.com, where she has worked since 2016. She has a background in sales analysis and product development, with previous experience at Sysco Foods and Deseret Book.
Work at Overstock
Melissa Wilson has served as a Category Manager at Overstock.com since 2016. In this role, she focuses on the Patio Category, collaborating with various cross-functional teams, including Analytics and Business Intelligence, Site Merchandising, Supply Chain, Pricing, and Supplier Management. Her efforts have led to significant sales growth, with an increase of over 200% year-over-year in the Patio Category. Melissa also attends tradeshows and markets to foster relationships with key suppliers and inform category strategies.
Previous Experience at Sysco Foods
Prior to her current position, Melissa Wilson worked at Sysco Foods as a Program Account Coordinator from 2015 to 2016. During her tenure at Sysco Intermountain, she analyzed sales and market trend data to identify assortment gaps. She worked directly with suppliers to influence new product development, contributing to the overall efficiency and effectiveness of the product offerings.
Experience at Deseret Book
Melissa held the position of Category Manager/Buyer at Deseret Book from 2010 to 2014. In this capacity, she was responsible for managing product assortments and supplier relationships. Her role involved optimizing category performance and ensuring that product offerings met customer needs and market demands.
Education and Expertise
Melissa Wilson earned an Associate's Degree in Business/Commerce from Brigham Young University - Idaho, where she studied from 1992 to 1994. She furthered her education at Utah State University, focusing on Secondary Education with an emphasis in Art from 1995 to 1996. This educational background supports her expertise in category management and strategic planning.
Mentorship and Development
In her current role, Melissa Wilson actively mentors and develops Category Associates, preparing them for future growth within the department and the organization. This commitment to mentorship reflects her dedication to fostering talent and enhancing team capabilities in category management.