Fred Poggemeyer has a diverse work experience in the retail industry spanning over two decades. Fred is currently serving as the Vice President of Global Sourcing for Cabinets to Go and Thos Baker Outdoor since December 2021. Prior to this, they held the position of Director of Global Sourcing at Cabinets to Go from October 2020 to January 2022.
Before joining Cabinets to Go, Fred worked as the Director of Merchandising for Thos. Baker Outdoor Furniture at Balsam Brands from August 2019 to October 2020.
From January 2014 to August 2019, Fred held the role of Senior Director of Merchandising for Upholstery, Home & Garden at Ethan Allen. Fred also worked as the Senior Director of Merchandise for Upholstery at Ethan Allen Global, INC. from September 2011 to January 2014.
Fred gained experience in global sourcing and product management as the Global Sourcing Manager and Product Manager for Furniture & Lighting at Mackenzie-Childs, LLC from July 2009 to August 2011.
Additionally, Fred has worked as a Buyer in various capacities. Fred served as a Buyer for Outdoor Living Furniture at Sears Holdings Management Corporation for a brief duration in October to December 2007. Prior to that, they held the position of Senior Buyer for Home Furnishings at Pier 1 Imports from November 2001 to June 2007. During their tenure at Pier 1 Imports, they were responsible for managing multiple categories including wicker and upholstered seating, occasional and accent furniture, cushion programs, dining, home office, outdoor garden, storage, and home entertainment.
Fred began their career as a Buyer for Livingroom, Dining, and Home Office at The Bombay Company from May 1999 to November 2001.
Overall, Fred Poggemeyer has extensive experience in global sourcing, merchandising, and buying in the retail industry, with a focus on furniture and home furnishings.
From 1973 to 1979, Fred Poggemeyer attended the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, where they obtained a Bachelor of Arts degree in International Studies.
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