Kourtney Nelson
About Kourtney Nelson
Kourtney Nelson is a Sourcing Data Analytics Manager at Signet Jewelers, with previous experience as a Senior Merchandise Planner at ANN INC. She has a background in merchandise planning across various retail companies and holds a degree in Accounting from the University of Arizona.
Current Role at Signet Jewelers
Kourtney Nelson serves as the Sourcing Data Analytics Manager at Signet Jewelers. She has held this position since 2021 and is based in the Topeka, Kansas area. In this role, she focuses on data analytics related to sourcing, contributing to the company's operational efficiency and strategic decision-making.
Previous Experience at ANN INC
Before joining Signet Jewelers, Kourtney Nelson worked at ANN INC, where she was a Senior Merchandise Planner from 2017 to 2021. During her four years in this role, she was based in New York, New York, and was responsible for merchandise planning, which involved analyzing sales data and forecasting trends to optimize inventory.
Career Background in Retail Planning
Kourtney Nelson has a diverse background in retail planning. She worked as a Merchandise Planner at Payless ShoeSource from 2011 to 2015 for four years in Topeka, Kansas. She also held the position of International Merchandise Planner for Latin America at American Eagle Outfitters from 2015 to 2017, where she focused on merchandise strategies for international markets.
Internship Experience at The Home Depot
In 2010, Kourtney Nelson completed a three-month internship as an Associate Merchant Intern at The Home Depot. This early experience provided her with foundational knowledge in retail operations and merchandising.
Educational Background at University of Arizona
Kourtney Nelson studied Accounting at the University of Arizona from 2006 to 2011. She earned her degree in Accounting, which has supported her analytical skills and understanding of financial aspects in her subsequent roles in retail and merchandise planning.