Gretchen Denk

About Gretchen Denk

Experienced Merchandise and Operations Manager with a demonstrated history of working in retail, fulfillment centers and delivery stations. Skilled in Trend Analysis, JDA, Planograms, Retail, and Multi-Unit and logistic execution. Strong sales professional and people motivator with a Bachelor of Science focused in Business/Fashion Merchandising from The Ohio State University. I have personally trained many levels of management and associates in managing inventory levels to maximize profits. I also have manage 100+ direct report associates in a fulfillment center environment and delivery station. I coach and manage on hitting productivity along with quality rates. I have been responsible for 32 stores in Northeast /Central Ohio, Minnesota and the Dakota’s. I am trained to ID trends to forecast future sales/turn. Manage product assortments assigned by corporate office within stores square footage. Drive gross margin % while limiting markdown. Manage a P&L efficiently. I coach on how to create impactful statements to increase sale results. I have worked with stores in many different demographics to understand their neighborhoods to assist with all customer requests.

Experience

1. Manager Non Merchandise New Stores Bbwl Domestic Network

   Bath & Body Works

   May 2025 — Present · Columbus, OH, US

   Lead Non-Merchandise and New Store logistics across the domestic network, ensuring seamless execution and delivery. Partner cross-functionally on planning, launch execution, and inbound optimization to support on-time delivery of marketing and visual materials to the field. Coordinate the arrival of product and non-merchandise for all new store openings and remodels.

Education

• The Ohio State University

  Bachelor of Science, Fashion Merchandising