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Andrea Allen is an experienced merchandise planning and category management professional with a comprehensive background in inventory optimization and strategic merchandise planning across various retail environments. Currently serving as a Category Management Planner and Merchandise Planner at Michaels Stores since January 2023, Andrea has also held significant roles, including Vice President at ORA Solutions, Inc., and Inventory Planner at Rheem Manufacturing. Previous experience includes senior roles at JCPenney, where responsibilities encompassed managing omni-channel merchandise and optimizing inventory levels, as well as early career positions focusing on merchandising support, analysis, and allocation. Andrea holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Fashion Merchandising with a minor in Marketing from Texas Woman's University.