Cliff Countryman
About Cliff Countryman
Cliff Countryman serves as the Senior Director of Demand Planning at Spanx, bringing extensive experience in eCommerce and merchandising from various leadership roles in major retail companies. He has worked in multiple cities across the United States and holds a Master's degree in Marketing from Florida SouthWestern State College.
Work at Spanx
Cliff Countryman has been employed at Spanx as the Senior Director of Demand Planning since 2022. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing demand planning strategies and ensuring effective inventory management. His position is based in New York, New York, where he applies his extensive experience in eCommerce and merchandising to enhance operational efficiency.
Previous Experience at Chico's FAS, Inc.
Before joining Spanx, Cliff Countryman worked at Chico's FAS, Inc. as the Senior Director of eCommerce Planning, Analytics & Operations from 2021 to 2022. He also held the position of Director of Digital Merchandise Planning at the same company from 2019 to 2021. His tenure at Chico's FAS involved leading initiatives in eCommerce planning and analytics, contributing to the company's digital strategy.
Career at Nordstrom
Cliff Countryman has a significant history with Nordstrom, where he held multiple roles over several years. His positions included Director of Merchandising Planning for Accessories & Home, Director of eCommerce Merchandising for the Young Customer Division, and Multi-Channel Buy Planner. His experience at Nordstrom spanned from 2011 to 2017, during which he developed skills in omni-channel planning and digital merchandise management.
Education and Expertise
Cliff Countryman studied Marketing and earned a Master's degree from Florida SouthWestern State College from 2019 to 2022. He also has an Associate of Arts degree from South Suburban College, obtained between 2001 and 2003, and attended Columbia College Chicago from 2003 to 2005. His educational background supports his expertise in eCommerce, merchandising, and demand planning.
Background and Locations
Cliff Countryman has worked in various major cities across the United States, including Seattle, Los Angeles, Miami, and Chicago. His diverse experience in both eCommerce and traditional retail environments has allowed him to develop large teams and implement effective planning strategies throughout his career.