Abigail Hamilton
San Antonio
Summary
Experienced with strategic planning, project coordination, and process improvement. Utilizes effective communication and analytical skills to drive project success and streamline workflows. Track record of enhancing team collaboration and adapting to changing project requirements.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Associate Planner
Kohl's Corp.
11.2023 - 01.2025
- Built brand category plans from the bottom up, analyzing historical data to forecast trends, capturing them through inventory deployment strategies for $53M of receipts.
- Effectively communicated complex planning concepts and strategies to a diverse audience, ensuring alignment of expectations among all parties involved.
- Collaborated cross-functionally with planning and other teams to cement partnerships and achieve mutual goals.
- Aligned PLU, Marketing, Sales, and Perms with company guidance to OTB budget.
- Utilized analytical skills to evaluate performance metrics, identifying areas for improvement and recommending changes to optimize planning processes.
- Monitored actual sales performance against forecasts, adjusting plans as necessary to ensure optimal inventory levels are maintained.
- Championed a culture of continuous improvement within the Demand Planning team by regularly reviewing processes, tools, and methodologies for potential enhancements.
Inventory Analyst
Kohl's Corp.
04.2022 - 11.2023
- Managed inventory allocation and replenishment levels for $400M in receipts to align with company weeks of supply and service level goals
- Utilized Ad-Hoc reporting to identify potential areas of improvement within inventory levels by door
- Developed strong relationships with vendors, negotiating favorable terms for bulk orders and expedited deliveries when needed.
- Improved inventory management by implementing data-driven allocation strategies.
- Supported the implementation of new systems and processes that led to improvements in overall inventory management performance.
- Developed comprehensive reports for management review, highlighting key inventory metrics and performance indicators.
- Ensured timely replenishment of stock, closely monitoring lead times and coordinating with suppliers for on-time deliveries.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless coordination of inventory movement across departments.
- Assisted in reducing excess inventory by identifying slow-moving items and implementing targeted sales strategies.
- Assessed information from store locations to identify popular sizes of specific items and replenish supplies to meet expected demands.
- Analyzed historical sales data to project future merchandise needs and adjust purchasing plans as necessary.
Team Lead
Louis Vuitton
08.2016 - 04.2022
- Managed front and back of house operations within a $25M boutique.
- Established clear performance metrics for the team which helped in tracking progress towards set targets effectively.
- Developed effective improvement plans in alignment with goals and specifications.
- Managed shipping and receiving of $50M worth of inventory
- Promoted a positive work environment by fostering teamwork, open communication, and employee recognition initiatives.
- Conducted regular progress reviews with individual team members to identify areas for improvement and provide guidance on career development opportunities.
Operations Lead
Tory Burch
05.2015 - 08.2016
- Managed daily operations tasks in the back of house including shipping and receiving, pull-backs, and inventory management
- Assisted clients with after care services and quality issues
- Developed new inventory practices and oversaw monthly inventories
- Partnered with the store manager to merchandise the sales floor efficiently
Merchandise Lead
American Eagle
07.2012 - 05.2015
- Supervised sales associate daily and performed opening and closing duties
- Oversaw shipping and receiving as well as operations team
- Managed yearly inventories and partnered with store managers to decrease shrink
- Coordinated floor sets and managed floor set team
Education
MBA -
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT01-2024
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
Indiana University
IN05-2018
Skills
- Demand planning
- Data management
- Cross-functional coordination
- Forecasting accuracy
- Analytical mindset
Timeline
Associate Planner
Kohl's Corp.
11.2023 - 01.2025
Inventory Analyst
Kohl's Corp.
04.2022 - 11.2023
Team Lead
Louis Vuitton
08.2016 - 04.2022
Operations Lead
Tory Burch
05.2015 - 08.2016
Merchandise Lead
American Eagle
07.2012 - 05.2015
MBA -
Western Governors University
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
Indiana University
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