Kathryn Holmes
About Kathryn Holmes
Kathryn Holmes is a Retail Account Manager at The Bluebird Group, with a background in communication sciences and various roles in retail and inventory management. She has worked for notable companies such as Regis Corporation and Best Buy, accumulating extensive experience in buying and inventory planning.
Current Role at The Bluebird Group
Kathryn Holmes serves as a Retail Account Manager at The Bluebird Group, a position she has held since 2021. Based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, she is responsible for managing retail accounts and ensuring that client needs are met effectively. Her role involves developing strategies to enhance account performance and maintaining strong relationships with clients.
Previous Experience at Regis Corporation
Kathryn Holmes has extensive experience at Regis Corporation, where she held multiple positions over several years. She began as a Replenishment and Allocation Coordinator from 2011 to 2012, followed by roles as an Inventory Analyst-Merchandising from 2012 to 2014, and as an Associate Buyer from 2014 to 2015. Most recently, she worked as a Buyer from 2015 to 2018, contributing to various aspects of inventory management and purchasing.
Experience at Best Buy
From 2018 to 2020, Kathryn Holmes worked at Best Buy as a Merchant Analyst. In this role, she focused on analyzing market trends and sales data to inform purchasing decisions. Her experience at Best Buy added to her expertise in retail analytics and inventory management.
Role at Schwan's Company
Kathryn Holmes was employed at Schwan's Company as a Senior Inventory and Fulfillment Planner from 2020 to 2021. In this position, she managed inventory levels and fulfillment processes, ensuring that supply met demand effectively during her tenure.
Education and Academic Background
Kathryn Holmes earned a Bachelor of Applied Science in Communication Sciences and Disorders from the University of Minnesota Duluth. She studied there from 2004 to 2008, completing her degree in four years. This educational background has contributed to her communication skills in her professional roles.