Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Ecommerce Content Specialist
Bluestem Brands Inc.
06.2016 - Current
Created content for 3 websites: Blair, Appleseed's and Drapers & Damon's
Works directly with content planners to determine schedules for content (static / automated).
Partner with Marketing Teams to align site content and promotions with Multi-Channel calendars and schedules.
Directs Creative & Copy Teams to coordinate creation, and delivery of shops & event assets.
Works with Merchandise Teams to ensure products and categories selected for automated content follows catalog drops and seasonality, as well as adheres to in-stock threshold guidelines.
Maintains content data feeds (spreadsheet).
Develops weekly content delivery reports for Senior Management.
Coordinates site QA efforts across brands and respective departments.
Creates / maintains merchandise promotions in content management system.
Implemented search engine optimization techniques for improved website traffic and search rankings.
Optimized website navigation through effective information architecture design and user experience improvements
Assist in maintenance of product and content for sites to ensure optimal data integrity with goal of driving online revenue
Work cross-functionally to coordinate and execute site merchandising activities including, but not limited to; product presentation, promotional offers, special product landing pages etc.
Assist in development of new site functionality as needed
Handle site issues on ongoing basis; both customer service, and technically oriented.
Use online analytic tools, to assess site traffic and key performance metrics
Use online analytic tools, to assess site traffic and key performance metrics
Develop and execute online promotions and email marketing campaigns.
Assist in creative brief submission process for site category landing pages, and crafting marketing messages to support online campaigns
Work cross-functionally with Merchandising, Creative & Marketing to determine product marketing strategies and offers.
Additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.
E-Commerce Designer Events Site Merchandiser
Century 21 Department Stores
11.2011 - 05.2016
Analyzed user behavior and feedback to optimize design and user experience.
Manage site categorization and navigation for designated timed Designer Events as scheduled on Merchandising calendar.
Team member of Web Production for successful re-launch of Weblinc Ruby on Rails Platform. QA & testing of new platform in staging before launch for customer pages and admin functions.
Responsible for setting up all promotions in admin after testing in staging.
Partner with merchandising, planning, marketing, inventory management and Web analytics to devise appropriate digital exposure plans in alignment with larger corporate priorities.
Coordinate with Distribution Center, Web Studio to ensure samples are received in a timely manner and photographed or vendor images meet requirements.
Support Web Content Director in role as PHQ Administrator. Create Weekly Home page, Listing pages and Email proofs by attaching the creative asset and reviewing the Content & Production calendars, and recapping creative changes to be done.
Merchandise Assortment Planner and merchandiser for Home Division, C21 general website.
Support Web Planning director in all aspects of eCommerce business
Work with buying team to determine styles and inventory levels specific to website merchandise.
Liaison between buying offices in NYC and Web Production team in NJ.
Track Web Merchandise – Work with buying office to maximize in-stock position.
Create and Maintain Databases/ Reports related to organization and analysis of web sales and profits.
Utilize reporting in Escalate and Core Metrics to analyze web sales within existing retail environment.
Compile cumulative data; provide sales curves relative to web sales for web merchandise.
Product Manager, Lighting
Ralph Lauren
02.2010 - 09.2011
Handled all development details from concept generation through final manufacturing for Ralph
Lauren and Lauren brands.
Domestic travel to trade shows.
Worked as liaison between Designers and Licensee.
Developed financial analysis and provide sourcing recommendations.
Worked with Sales, Customer Service and suppliers daily to insure supply of product met demand
criteria.
Provided competitor analysis and identified new opportunities and materials.
Assisted in Catalog production and proofing. Prepared sales tools for trade shows and markets.
Buyer, Home Décor, and Lighting
Pierre Deux
02.2004 - 09.2009
Negotiated, developed and purchased products for 9 stores, catalog and 2 websites: Pierre Deux
Negotiated, developed and purchased products for stores, catalog and 2 websites: Pierre Deux and
sister company, FCLstyle.com.eux and sister company, FCLstyle.com.
Managed budgets effectively by tracking expenses, analyzing variances, and making adjustments as needed to stay within financial targets.
Developed and improved account relationships.
Interacted with vendors, store managers and other stakeholders to maintain on-time deliveries.
Organized cross-functional teams to review proposals from various suppliers, ensuring most advantageous offers were selected.
Maintained comprehensive database of supplier information, including contact details, capabilities, pricing structures, and lead times.
Employed expert inventory management and oversight skills to formulate business metrics and meet corporate goals.
Prepared and analyzed reports to track inventory and purchasing trends.
Participated in trade shows and conferences to stay informed of latest industry developments and maintain strong professional network.
Forecasted purchasing trends and improved merchandising strategies.
Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
Provided training and guidance to junior team members on best practices in purchasing, fostering culture of continuous improvement within procurement department.