Whitney (Niven) Reinken
About Whitney (Niven) Reinken
Whitney (Niven) Reinken is the Director of Planning at Pattern, with extensive experience in merchandise planning and retail analysis.
Current Role at Pattern
Whitney (Niven) Reinken is currently the Director of Planning at Pattern. She began her tenure in this role in 2021. Based in New York, New York, United States, Whitney applies her substantial experience in planning and merchandising to support Pattern’s business objectives and strategic goals.
Previous Role at Brooklinen
Before joining Pattern, Whitney served as the Director of Planning at Brooklinen in 2019. During her seven-month tenure in Brooklyn, New York, she utilized her expertise to drive business planning and inventory management initiatives.
Experience at Brunello Cucinelli
Whitney held the position of Director Of Merchandise Planning at Brunello Cucinelli from 2015 to 2019. Over her four-year career in the Greater New York City Area, she was instrumental in overseeing merchandise planning activities, ensuring alignment with the brand’s luxury market positioning.
Role at INTERMIX
From 2014 to 2015, Whitney worked as a Merchandise Planner at INTERMIX. Her eight-month stint in the Greater New York City Area involved responsibilities such as inventory management, merchandise allocation, and supporting sales strategies to optimize product performance.
Early Career at Christian Dior
Whitney also has significant experience as a Retail Analyst at Christian Dior, where she worked from 2011 to 2014. Over three years in the Greater New York City Area, she focused on retail analytics, contributing to effective business decisions and inventory strategies.
Educational Background
Whitney holds a Bachelor’s degree from Old Dominion University, where she studied from 2005 to 2009. Her educational background laid the foundation for her career in planning and merchandising within the retail and luxury sectors.