Retail
Procurement professionals in Retail
These ten professionals hold or have held procurement, purchasing and sourcing roles at retail companies. A reader can learn how retailers source merchandise and goods not for resale, negotiate with vendors and manage supplier performance.
Professionals to explore
01—10Chris Knapp
LinkedInExperience: Senior Category Manager, Strategic Sourcing & Procurement · Tailored Brands, Inc.
Senior Category Manager, Strategic Sourcing & Procurement at Tailored Brands, Inc. since 2024. The profile headline cites retail real estate, store development and facilities as focus areas. Other listed roles include Strategic Sourcing Consultant at Sephora USA, Inc. (2024), Procurement & Web Development Services at Sitting Made Simple (2018–2024), Global Procurement Manager at Abercrombie & Fitch Co. (2010–2018) and Specialist, Store Maintenance at Abercrombie & Fitch Co. (2005–2010).
Jessica Zlotkowski
LinkedInExperience: Sr. Manager, Procurement COE · Macy's
Sr. Manager, Procurement COE at Macy's since 2026. The profile describes experience in strategic procurement, procurement operations and administration, and change management. Other listed roles include Director, Procurement COE & Systems at Madison Square Garden Entertainment Corp. (2023–2025), Sr Manager, Supplier Data Management at Twitter (2021–2022), P2P Manager at Twitter (2021) and Jr. Purchasing Agent at Ascena Retail Group, Inc. (2003–2004).
Jesus Pacheco
LinkedInExperience: Senior Director, Procurement New and Existing Stores · Ross Stores, Inc.
Senior Director, Procurement New and Existing Stores at Ross Stores, Inc. since 2026. The profile cites 15 years of supply chain, purchasing, international importing and logistics experience. Other listed roles include Director, Purchasing (Strategic Sourcing) at Ross Stores, Inc. (2021–2026), Sr Manager, Purchasing (Strategic Sourcing) at Ross Stores, Inc. (2016–2021), Purchasing and Supply Chain Manager at bareMinerals (2014–2016) and International Purchasing and Logistics Manager at ZAILAND SL (2004–2014).
Kelly Ma
LinkedInExperience: VP, Chief Global Sourcing Officer · Dollar General
VP, Chief Global Sourcing Officer at Dollar General since 2025. The profile describes a merchandising professional with experience in developing, sourcing and buying and with knowledge of product procurement, vendor selection and financial planning. Other listed roles include VP, Global Sourcing at Dollar General (2024–2025), Sr. Director, Global Sourcing at Dollar General (2021–2024), Director, Global Sourcing at Dollar General (2019–2021) and VP, Global Sourcing and Imports at Fred's Inc. (2014–2019).
Kris Aksteter
LinkedInExperience: Director of Procurement & Strategic Sourcing · Dollar Tree Stores
Director of Procurement & Strategic Sourcing at Dollar Tree Stores since 2020. The profile describes strategic sourcing leadership across indirect categories including IT software, technology outsourcing, professional services and business process outsourcing. Other listed roles include Director of Procurement & Strategic Sourcing at JCPenney (2012–2020), Manager, Global Procurement at Abercrombie & Fitch Co. (2007–2012), Manager New Store Department at Diversified Distribution Systems (2006–2007) and Account Executive at Diversified Distribution Systems (2004–2006).
Mahmoud Qaisi
LinkedInExperience: Director of Procurement · Cenomi Retail
Director of Procurement at Cenomi Retail since 2021. The profile cites 17 years in supply chain and procurement across retail, food and beverage and industrial sectors. Other listed roles include Procurement & Supply Chain Director at IMTIYAZAT ALRIYADA GROUP (2017–2019), Country Supply Chain Director at Compass Arabia | A Compass Group Company (2018–2020), Supply Chain Director at Deems Caffe (Joffrey’s sub-franchise) (2020–2021) and Senior Buyer & Assistant Supply Chain Manager at Seadrill (2013–2017).
Nicole Tyndall
LinkedInExperience: Director Strategic Sourcing · Belk
Director Strategic Sourcing at Belk since 2021. The profile describes a sourcing professional with a history in the retail industry who is responsible for the strategy and development of the strategic sourcing organization. Other listed roles include Sr. Manager, Strategic Sourcing at Belk (2020–2021), Manager, Strategic Sourcing at Belk (2018–2020), Senior Analyst, Strategic Sourcing at Belk (2017–2018) and Benchmarking Specialist at Lowe's Companies, Inc. (2016–2017).
Samantha Kaiser
LinkedInExperience: Global Sourcing Director, Specialty Apparel · JCPenney
Former Global Sourcing Director, Specialty Apparel at JCPenney (2020–2021). The profile describes sourcing and procurement experience from the Air Force, DoD contractors and retail. Also Sr. Director, Category Management at FleetPride since 2023. Other listed roles include Sr. Director, Strategic Sourcing at FleetPride (2022–2023), Sourcing Director at Party City Holdings Inc. (2021–2022) and Director Global Sourcing, Men's Apparel at JCPenney (2018–2020).
Steve Hengstebeck
LinkedInExperience: Senior Director of Purchasing · Abercrombie & Fitch Co.
Former Senior Director of Purchasing at Abercrombie & Fitch Co. (2005–2008). The profile headline lists procurement, supply management, contracts, strategic sourcing, facilities and corporate travel. Also Director of Procurement at LogicSource, Inc. since 2024. Other listed roles include Executive Director, Indirect Procurement at Orveon Global (2022–2023), Director Of Procurement at ascena (2021–2022) and Director of Purchasing at EXPRESS (2008–2020).
Vaishambi Singh
LinkedInExperience: Director Global Sourcing, Apparel, Accessories & Everyday Care · Target
Director Global Sourcing, Apparel, Accessories & Everyday Care at Target since 2025. The profile describes over two decades in product development, vendor strategy and end-to-end sourcing operations in the global garment industry. Other listed roles include Business Area Manager at Marks and Spencer India (2020–2025), Senior Manager - Development & Production at Marks and Spencer India (2017–2020), Manager - Development & Production at Marks and Spencer India (2014–2017) and Merchandising Manager at Impulse India Pvt Ltd (2012–2014).
Choose the right perspective
Match the person's spend area, such as merchandise sourcing, store construction and facilities, or indirect services, to the decision you face. Check whether their relevant role is current or past, and ask for one vendor decision they led and its effect on cost, speed or quality.
Questions to take into the conversation
- 01How do you decide which product categories to source directly from factories and which to buy through vendors?
- 02Tell me about a vendor negotiation for store construction, fixtures or services. What did you trade off to reach the deal?
- 03How do you track supplier performance across many stores or regions, and what do you do when a supplier slips?
Reaching procurement professionals in Retail
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