Stacee Johnson Williams, MBA
About Stacee Johnson Williams, MBA
Stacee Johnson Williams is a Managing Director at Peoples Jewellers in Canada and Senior Vice President of Merchandise Planning and Inventory at Kay Jewelers. With an MBA and extensive experience in retail and merchandising, she has held various leadership roles across notable companies, including Signet Jewelers and Gap Inc.
Current Role at Signet Jewelers
Stacee Johnson Williams serves as the Managing Director of Peoples Jewellers in Canada and as the Senior Vice President of Merchandise Planning and Inventory for Kay Jewelers at Signet Jewelers. She has held this position since 2023, contributing to the strategic direction and operational efficiency of both brands. Her role involves overseeing merchandise planning and inventory management, ensuring alignment with market trends and customer preferences.
Previous Experience at Signet Jewelers
Prior to her current role, Stacee Johnson Williams worked at Signet Jewelers as the Senior Vice President of Merchandise Planning and Inventory for Kay, Zales, and Peoples from 2020 to 2023. During her tenure, she focused on enhancing inventory management practices and implementing innovative strategies to optimize merchandise planning across multiple brands.
Education and Expertise
Stacee Johnson Williams holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) with a concentration in Human Resources from Keller Graduate School at DeVry University. She also earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a focus on Marketing from Northern Arizona University. Additionally, she has an Associate of Arts in Business Administration from Golden West College. Her educational background supports her expertise in retail, merchandising planning, e-commerce, and digital marketing strategies.
Background in Retail and Merchandising
Stacee Johnson Williams has extensive experience in the retail sector, having spent 15 years with Gap Inc. in various roles, including Director of Merchandise Planning and Senior Director of Inventory Management. She has also held significant positions at Zale Jewelers and Charlotte Russe, where she led merchandise planning and allocation efforts. Her background encompasses a wide range of responsibilities, from inventory management to strategic planning.
Philanthropic Involvement and Board Memberships
Stacee Johnson Williams is the CEO and President of the W. Ray Johnson Foundation, a position she has held since 2017. In this role, she focuses on community impact and development initiatives. Additionally, she serves as a board member for Gifting Brands since 2018, contributing to strategic decision-making and governance. Her involvement in these organizations highlights her commitment to community service and leadership.