Thomas Gentry
About Thomas Gentry
Thomas Gentry is a Retail Planner at The North Face, a VF Company, where he has worked since 2019. He has extensive experience in retail planning and management, having held various positions at companies such as Mervyns, Sears Holdings Corporation, and The Northwest Company.
Current Role at The North Face
Thomas Gentry has been serving as a Retail Planner - Outlet at The North Face, a VF Company, since 2019. He is based in Denver, Colorado, where he focuses on optimizing retail strategies for outlet stores. His role involves analyzing sales data, forecasting inventory needs, and collaborating with various departments to enhance the retail experience.
Previous Experience at Mervyns
Gentry worked at Mervyns in various capacities from 2003 to 2008. He began as an Assistant Buyer from 2005 to 2007, then advanced to Associate Buyer until 2008. He later served as Planning Manager from 2003 to 2005. His experience at Mervyns contributed to his understanding of retail planning and buying processes.
Experience at The Northwest Company
From 2014 to 2018, Thomas Gentry held the position of Director of Sales and Planning at The Northwest Company. In this role, he was responsible for overseeing sales strategies and planning initiatives, contributing to the company's growth in the San Francisco Bay Area.
Career at Sears Holdings Corporation
Gentry worked at Sears Holdings Corporation as an Associate Buyer from 2010 to 2014. His responsibilities included managing product assortments and collaborating with vendors to optimize inventory levels. This role further developed his skills in retail buying and inventory management.
Educational Background
Thomas Gentry earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree from the University of California, Los Angeles, where he studied from 1994 to 1998. Additionally, he participated in Semester at Sea in 1997, which provided him with a unique educational experience while traveling internationally.