Samantha Jacobs
About Samantha Jacobs
Samantha Jacobs is a Senior Product Merchant at United Farmers of Alberta Co-operative Limited, where she has worked since 2020. With extensive experience in the outdoor and sporting goods sectors, she excels in product assortment development and inventory management.
Work at UFA
Samantha Jacobs has held the position of Senior Product Merchant at United Farmers of Alberta Co-operative Limited since 2020. In this role, she utilizes her creativity and leadership skills to drive the development and execution of product assortments. Her responsibilities include turning data into actionable insights to enhance category development. Jacobs focuses on understanding customer and market needs, ensuring that product offerings align with consumer demands.
Previous Experience in Product Merchandising
Prior to her current role, Samantha Jacobs worked at Canadian Tire Corporation as a Category Merchandise Manager for INA International Ltd - Mark’s from 2019 to 2020. She also spent four years at Wholesale Sports Outdoor Outfitters, where she served as Senior Product Merchant for Camping and Outdoor Gear from 2013 to 2017. Her earlier roles at Wholesale Sports included Category Manager for Camping and Inventory Demand Planner, contributing to her extensive experience in the outdoor and sporting goods sectors.
Education and Expertise
Samantha Jacobs studied at Mount Royal University, where she developed a strong foundation in business principles applicable to her career in product merchandising. Her education, combined with her extensive experience in the Outdoor, Sporting Goods, and Agriculture industries, informs her strategic decision-making in product assortments and category management.
Skills in Product Merchandising
Jacobs specializes in program and contract negotiation, ensuring beneficial partnerships and agreements within the industry. She is experienced in creating effective planograms that enhance product visibility and sales. Her proven track record in inventory management allows her to maintain optimal stock levels and availability, which is critical for successful product merchandising.
Adaptability and Results Orientation
Samantha Jacobs is known for her adaptability and results-oriented approach in her roles. She focuses on aligning product assortments with customer and market needs, demonstrating her commitment to achieving success in category development. Her ability to utilize data effectively supports her strategic initiatives in product merchandising.