Samantha Richards

Samantha Richards is an experienced merchandise professional with a background in product management and buying across multiple industries. Currently serving as the Director of Merchandise for Office Products and Cut Sheet Paper at Essendant since April 2021, previous roles include Senior Merchandise Manager and Product Manager at American Hotel Register Company, where oversight included inventory management and supplier rationalization for over 300 suppliers. Samantha's experience also includes positions as Associate Buyer and Assistant Buyer at Claire's Accessories and sales roles at Ann Taylor LOFT. Samantha holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Fashion Merchandising from Kent State University.