Kiana Miree
Chief Merchandising Officer
Professional Overview
Kiana Miree is a seasoned retail executive with over 20 years of experience driving merchandising and buying strategies for leading fashion brands. As the Chief Merchandising Officer at Spanx, she is responsible for spearheading the company's product development, inventory management, and omnichannel merchandising initiatives to meet the evolving needs of the brand's global customer base.
Experience Summary
Current Role
As the Chief Merchandising Officer at Spanx since 2016, Kiana oversees the company's merchandising operations, focusing on aligning product assortments with consumer demands and market trends. In this role, she has implemented data-driven inventory management practices, optimized the company's omnichannel distribution strategy, and introduced innovative product lines that have contributed to Spanx's continued growth and market leadership in the shapewear and athleisure categories.
Career Progression
Prior to joining Spanx, Kiana held key merchandising and buying roles at several prominent fashion brands. As the Director of Merchandising & Buying for Tory Sport at Tory Burch, she played a pivotal role in establishing the brand's product strategy and guiding its successful market launch. Earlier in her career, she served as the Divisional Merchandise Manager at J.Crew, where she gained valuable experience in managing complex product portfolios and driving channel-specific merchandising initiatives. Kiana's diverse background also includes a tenure as a Senior Merchant at Abercrombie & Fitch, where she honed her skills in trend forecasting, assortment planning, and inventory optimization.
Academic Background
Kiana holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Fashion Merchandising from the University of Georgia, where she graduated with honors.
Areas of Expertise
- Omnichannel merchandising and inventory management
- Product strategy and development
- Data-driven decision making
- Retail operations and supply chain optimization
- Cross-functional leadership and team collaboration
Professional Impact
Under Kiana's strategic guidance, Spanx has consistently outperformed industry benchmarks, with the company's innovative product launches and enhanced distribution capabilities contributing to double-digit revenue growth and strengthened brand loyalty. Kiana's keen understanding of consumer preferences and her ability to translate market insights into successful merchandising strategies have positioned her as a respected thought leader in the retail industry.
Conclusion
With her extensive experience, proven track record of success, and a passion for driving operational excellence, Kiana Miree is well-equipped to lead Spanx's merchandising efforts and contribute to the brand's continued growth and market dominance in the shapewear and athleisure categories.
