Jennifer Eng
Garden City
Summary
Senior finance and planning professional with over 15 years of experience in financial management, inventory planning, and cross-functional collaboration. Proven track record of driving profitability through data-driven decision-making, strategic forecasting, and effective team leadership. Seeking to leverage expertise in financial analysis and operational strategy to contribute to a dynamic organization.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Project Manager —North America, Gap Outlet
GAP Inc.
01.2024 - Current
- Maintained schedules to meet key milestones at every project phase.
- Communicated project plans and progress to key stakeholders and project contributors.
- Acted as liaison between the retail, strategy and technical teams to ensure the business needs were fulfilled to drive growth.
- Provided accurate data validation and timely feedback to all parties involved.
- Supported the Inventory Planning Teams in executing transfers, flow forecast
- Managed adult outlet inventory planning team consisting of five divisions and accounting for $+850,000,000 in sales. Maximized yield through in-season promotions and markdowns as well as allocation and replenishment. Utilized demand forecasting and ladder plans to ensure in stock rates and optimal service levels for basics. Balanced full price and markdown inventory levels through weekly OTB sales and conversion projections. Provided accurate weekly flow forecasts to S&OP for inbound/outbound DC workload.
Senior Finance Manager—BRFS, Stores; GAP North America, Stores; Europe OMNI
GAP Inc.
01.2021 - 01.2024
- Lead $530,000,000 financial sales and inventory forecasting for the North America Stores business segment, including budget, line of credit, open-to-buy, and in-season daily forecasts
- Drive profitable in-season inventory management through scenario and promotional analysis, while contributing to the annual operating budget and monthly forecast
- Developed sales forecasts to maximize inventory productivity and top-line sales/margin, analyzing risks and opportunities
- Provide weekly business updates and insights on business performance, helping senior leadership make timely, fact-based decisions
- Own promotional and hindsight analysis with cross-functional teams to refine future strategies
- Led financial sales and inventory planning for Gap EU Online and Stores, supporting annual and long-range plans in partnership with the EU General Manager
- Drove profitable in-season inventory management through promotional analysis and development of open-to-buy and annual operating budgets
- Delivered concise, fact-based weekly business updates to the executive leadership team
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to provide promotional recommendations and define future strategies
Senior Manager Merchandise Planning – Japan Outlet Kids & Baby
GAP Inc.
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Managed end-to-end business for Japan Kids & Baby outlets, overseeing sales, margin, and inventory strategies for 6 divisions
- Worked with local teams to align on key commercial and marketing plans, ensuring successful execution
Manager Market Planning—NA Baby and Kids & Baby Accessories & Sleepwear
GAP Inc.
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Managed $300MM in North America Kids and Baby specialty and outlet business, focusing on OTB forecasting, promotions, pricing, and allocation
- Developed pre-season product strategies to maximize sales and margin, working with cross-functional teams to identify risks and opportunities
- Used BCG analytics to refine promotional strategies based on market seasonality
Senior Manager Merchandise Planning—Europe Outlet Kids & Baby, Adult
GAP Inc.
01.2015 - 01.2016
- Managed financial strategies for Gap Outlet Europe, overseeing Tops down planning, Bottoms up buy planning, and Open to Buy forecasting
- Led in-season management of pricing, markdowns, and promotions to ensure inventory maximized sales and margin
- Collaborated with teams in buying, finance, marketing, logistics, and operations to implement commercial strategies
- Mentored a team of 8, fostering career development and a positive, results-driven work environment
Planning Manager—Private Brand DSG, Updated Classic Sportswear
Lord & Taylor
01.2010 - 01.2016
- Oversaw $70MM cross-banner, omni business for L&T and Hudson Bay, managing pricing, OTB forecasting, and assortment plans
- Worked with sourcing teams to optimize cost structures and deliver on margin expectations
- Partnered with the digital strategy team to grow sales by 5%, contributing to an additional $4MM in revenue for 2015
Associate Planner/Senior Assistant Planner—Denim
Lord & Taylor
01.2008 - 01.2010
- Managed a $45MM budget, utilizing planning and allocation software to maintain purchase orders and allocate inventory
- Increased sales by 23% and ROI by 16% over the prior year, with strategic analysis of trends and store opportunities
Distribution Analyst—Men’s Accessories and Knits, Women’s Non-Apparel
J.Crew
01.2008 - 01.2010
Education
Bachelor of Arts -
Boston College
Chestnut Hill, MA05-2008
Skills
- SAS Planning
- JDA Allocation
- SAP
- MicroStrategy
- Essbase
- Adobe Analytics
- Advanced Excel
- MS Office
- Inventory management
- Sales forecasting
- Budget planning
- Training and mentoring
- Project plan development
- Cross-functional coordination
Community Service
- Executive Treasurer, GCNS Executive Board, 01/2020, Present, Provide Financial Oversight, advising on budgeting and long-term financial planning, manage billing and accounts payable, collaborate with 10+ board members on strategic long-term goals for Nursery School
- Class Parent, GCNS, 01/2020, Present
- Member, Recreational Dance Team, 01/2023, Present
- Member, PTA, 01/2023, Present
- Class Chair of Memory Book, Class Parent
Timeline
Senior Project Manager —North America, Gap Outlet
GAP Inc.
01.2024 - Current
Senior Finance Manager—BRFS, Stores; GAP North America, Stores; Europe OMNI
GAP Inc.
01.2021 - 01.2024
Senior Manager Merchandise Planning – Japan Outlet Kids & Baby
GAP Inc.
01.2017 - 01.2019
Manager Market Planning—NA Baby and Kids & Baby Accessories & Sleepwear
GAP Inc.
01.2016 - 01.2017
Senior Manager Merchandise Planning—Europe Outlet Kids & Baby, Adult
GAP Inc.
01.2015 - 01.2016
Planning Manager—Private Brand DSG, Updated Classic Sportswear
Lord & Taylor
01.2010 - 01.2016
Associate Planner/Senior Assistant Planner—Denim
Lord & Taylor
01.2008 - 01.2010
Distribution Analyst—Men’s Accessories and Knits, Women’s Non-Apparel
J.Crew
01.2008 - 01.2010
Bachelor of Arts -
Boston College
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