Kyle Perkins

About Kyle Perkins

I am a results driven merchandising and sales leader with 19+ years of progressive experience across the Dairy and Apparel industry, including roles as Sales Manager, Director of Merchandise Planning, and Sr. Director of Merchandising. My background spans retail management, buying, planning, supply chain, pricing strategy, inventory management, allocation, and brand partnerships, giving me a comprehensive understanding of how to drive profitable, customer focused business outcomes.With deep expertise in Apparel, Accessories, Sporting Goods, and Dairy, I excel at building Omni Channel merchandising strategies and financial plans that directly support P&L goals. I am skilled at refining assortments, pricing architecture, inventory levels, and maximizing sales and margin while ensuring operational efficiency. My work is highly collaborative, partnering closely with marketing, operations/logistics, finance, sales and merchandising teams to deliver cohesive strategies that strengthen brand positioning and accelerate growth.I am passionate about developing and leading high performing teams. Throughout my career, I’ve built strong, engaged groups that thrive on shared goals, clear communication, and a commitment to excellence. My leadership style is strategic with analytical backing, enabling teams to navigate complex and changing challenges while keeping customer needs and business priorities a focus.Core strengths include strategic planning, leadership, merchandising, analytical problem solving, cross functional communication, and project management. I bring a balanced blend of creativity and data driven decision making to every role, consistently contributing to organizational success and long term growth.

Experience

1. Sales Manager

   Oakhurst Dairy

   Jul 2024 — Present · Portland, ME, US

Education

• Thomas College

  Bachelor's degree, Sports Management

  2003 — 2007