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, CA04.2015
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)