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Alesia Forté

Los Angeles,CA

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Demand & Replenishment Planner

The Foundation (FNDTN)
06.2021 - 03.2024
  • Monitor weeks of supply, turn & other KPI metrics weekly & quarterly.
  • Recommend strategic actions to maximize sales & margin, optimize inventory & mitigate risk.
  • Liaison with Amazon and other dropship partners to ensure orders shipped on time & inventory feeds were updated and accurate
  • Partnered with logistics and warehouse teams to ensure inventory was properly allocated and shipped.
  • Help lead a successful implementation of new 3PL & warehouse ERP (shiphero).
  • Reduced stock discrepancies through meticulous record-keeping and data analysis, ensuring accurate inventory levels.

Sales Manager, Wholesale

Commando
02.2016 - 06.2021
  • Managed key accounts with strategic planning and relationship building, resulting in increased customer loyalty and repeat business.
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers, ensuring the best pricing and terms for company profitability.
  • Collaborated with marketing teams to create targeted promotional campaigns, driving customer engagement and sales growth.
  • Collaborated cross-functionally with headquarters, regional and other teams nationally to maintain consistent message and experience.

Account Manager, Specialty

Ted Baker London
10.2014 - 02.2016
  • Assisted in supporting over 200 men and women boutiques across the US.
  • Managed showroom samples, partnered with suppliers and headquarters on sample production & receipt.
  • Over saw internship program- recruited, interviewed and onboarded 2-3 showroom interns per quarter
  • Meet and exceeded in-season reorder goals, report to V.P weekly
  • Attend industry trade shows to strengthen relationships with current trustees & open distribution.

Education

Master of Science - Business Management

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising (FIDM)
Los Angeles, CA
04.2015

Skills

  • Strong verbal & written communication skills
  • 15 years of retail & wholesale experience
  • Results driven & detailed oriented
  • Inventory Monitoring & Management
  • Advanced Excel, CRM & ERP systems

Timeline

Demand & Replenishment Planner

The Foundation (FNDTN)
06.2021 - 03.2024

Sales Manager, Wholesale

Commando
02.2016 - 06.2021

Account Manager, Specialty

Ted Baker London
10.2014 - 02.2016

Master of Science - Business Management

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising (FIDM)
Alesia Forté