Jackie Major, REI Co-op vice president of merchandise planning and inventory management

REI Co-op welcomes Jackie Major as new vice president of merchandise planning and inventory management

Sep 1, 2023

REI Co-op has hired Jackie Major as its new vice president of merchandise planning and inventory management. Major will lead the team of merchandising professionals and oversee the co-op’s planning and inventory management strategy, and sales and operations planning.  

“Jackie is a critical addition to the integrated value chain leadership bringing fantastic retail experience and business savvy to the co-op,” said Sylvia Wilks, REI chief supply chain officer. “She will engage the team in modernizing processes using the best technology platforms to completely transform REI's approach to merchandise planning and inventory management.” 

Major joins the co-op on September 1, after leading planning and inventory management for Levi Strauss & Co. globally. She has experience delivering transformative initiatives and expertise in integrating artificial intelligence advanced analytics into planning. Major started her career at Gap, Inc., holding various roles in planning and distribution domestically and abroad. 

About the REI Co-op

REI is a specialty outdoor retailer, headquartered near Seattle. The nation’s largest consumer co-op, REI is a growing community of 24 million members who expect and love the best quality gear, inspiring expert classes and trips, and outstanding customer service. In addition to the co-op’s many stores across the country, outdoor enthusiasts can shop at REI.com, REI Outlet or the REI shopping app. Everyone is welcome to shop REI, but members who join the co-op enjoy a range of benefits. More than a retailer, REI is a purpose-driven and values-led company dedicated to enabling life outside for all.