Gina Gaytan
About Gina Gaytan
Gina Gaytan is a Merchandise Planner at Signet Jewelers, where she has worked since 2021. She has a background in retail and hospitality, with previous roles at Neiman Marcus, Burberry, and Stage Stores.
Current Role at Signet Jewelers
Gina Gaytan currently serves as a Merchandise Planner at Signet Jewelers, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she is responsible for planning and managing merchandise assortments to optimize sales and inventory levels. Based in Dallas, Texas, she has contributed to the company's strategic planning and execution of merchandising initiatives.
Previous Experience at Signet Jewelers
Before her current role, Gina worked at Signet Jewelers as an Assistant Buyer from 2018 to 2021. During this time, she supported the buying team in selecting and purchasing merchandise, ensuring alignment with market trends and customer preferences. Her experience at Signet Jewelers has provided her with a comprehensive understanding of the jewelry retail sector.
Work History in Retail
Gina's retail career began with her role as a Sales Associate and Denim Specialist at Neiman Marcus from 2017 to 2018 in the Houston, Texas Area. She also worked as an Allocation Analyst at Stage Stores from 2016 to 2017. These positions helped her develop skills in sales, customer service, and inventory management, which are essential in the retail industry.
Educational Background
Gina Gaytan holds a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Retail Management from Texas Tech University, where she studied from 2010 to 2014. She furthered her education by obtaining a Master of Science (M.S.) in Hospitality and Retail Management from the same institution, completing her studies in 2015. Her academic background provides her with a solid foundation in both retail and hospitality sectors.
Internship Experience
Gina gained valuable experience through various internships early in her career. She interned at Burberry in 2011 for two months in London, United Kingdom, and worked as a Catering and Conference Services Intern at InterContinental Hotels Group in 2013 for three months in Buckhead, Atlanta, Georgia. These internships contributed to her understanding of luxury retail and hospitality management.