Nicole Waibel
About Nicole Waibel
Nicole Waibel is an Assistant Buyer at Signet Jewelers with a background in fashion merchandising and retail management. She has held various positions in the fashion industry, including roles at Vera Wang, L Brands, and ANN INC., and is the founder of NICOLELYNN, an E-Commerce shop focused on sustainability.
Work at Signet Jewelers
Nicole Waibel has been employed at Signet Jewelers as an Assistant Buyer since 2020. In this role, she is responsible for various aspects of product selection and purchasing. Her work involves collaborating with different teams to ensure that the product offerings align with market trends and customer preferences. She utilizes her background in fashion merchandising to make informed decisions that contribute to the company's success.
Education and Expertise
Nicole Waibel earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Fashion Merchandising from The University of Akron. This educational background has equipped her with the knowledge and skills necessary for her career in the fashion industry. Her expertise includes product development, financial analysis, and market research, which she applies in her current role and previous positions.
Background in Fashion Retail
Nicole Waibel has a diverse background in the fashion retail industry. She began her career as a Supervisor at Charlotte Russe from 2014 to 2016, followed by a role as Sales Lead at ANN INC. from 2016 to 2017. She then worked as a Freelance Assistant Merchant at L Brands in 2018 and as an Assistant Merchant at Bath & Body Works from 2019 to 2020. These positions have provided her with a comprehensive understanding of retail operations and customer engagement.
Internship Experience at Vera Wang
In 2017, Nicole Waibel completed a three-month internship at Vera Wang in the Cleveland/Akron, Ohio Area. This experience allowed her to gain valuable insights into the luxury fashion sector and the intricacies of product development. The internship contributed to her professional growth and understanding of high-end fashion.
Sustainability Initiatives with NICOLELYNN
Nicole Waibel founded NICOLELYNN, an E-Commerce shop that emphasizes sustainability. The shop offers a curated selection of new and thrifted goods across clothing, beauty, and home categories. This initiative reflects her passion for fashion as an evolving art form and her commitment to promoting sustainable practices within the industry.