CHANAN REINDL
Fayetteville,AR
Summary
Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner
SpencerLee's
12.2024 - Current
- Photographed products for sale and posted pictures online to increase visibility and showcase current product availability.
- Streamlined operational processes to increase efficiency and reduce costs.
- Conducted market research to identify trends, opportunities, and competitive threats.
- Analyzed market trends to inform product offerings and pricing decisions.
- Established and maintained relationships with suppliers, clients, and other business partners.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors, suppliers and customers.
- Set pricing structures according to market analytics and emerging trends.
- Developed business plans and strategies to grow small business.
- Planned and executed promotional events to generate interest and increase sales.
- Developed and maintained an online presence through website management and social media.
- Created product lines and marketed through retail venues and boutiques.
- Identified markets for designs based on age, gender and lifestyles.
ASSOCIATE MERCHANT
Walmart
Bentonville, AR
02.2023 - Current
- Partnered with vendors to negotiate prices, terms, and conditions of purchases
- Developed a comprehensive assortment of products for assigned categories
- Implemented processes to reduce cost structure without compromising quality standards
- Maintained relationships with existing vendors while sourcing new ones
- Evaluated vendor performance metrics to identify areas for improvement
- Created weekly, monthly, and quarterly reports to track progress against goals
- Analyzed sales data and identified opportunities to increase profits
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure timely execution of projects
- Managed inventory levels by creating purchase orders based on forecasts
- Participated in Open-to-Buy meetings
- Managed regular site merchandise meetings and planned online events
MERCHANDISE COORDINATOR
Neiman Marcus Group
Dallas, Texas
01.2022 - 02.2023
- Established and maintained excellent working relationships with buying offices and brand partners
- Communicated effectively with brand partners for time-sensitive copy and attribute information
- Input detailed item attribute information into the Item system
- Coordinated and organized samples for all photo shoots, including editorials and product shots, with internal teams and vendors
- Prepared presentations for photography of merchandise
- Worked with online team to ensure all merchandise is loaded to the web in a timely manner
- Addressed receiving and quality assurance issues with warehouse
- Maintained item updates and adjustments through full life cycle
- Extensive work with Chanel, Yves Saint Laurent, Christian Dior, Tom Ford, and other luxury brands
MERCHANDISING & PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT
Augusta National Golf Club
Augusta, GA
06.2021 - 08.2021
- Attended Buyers and Vendors meetings
- Helped build the 2022 Masters Tournament Apparel Lines and Hard Lines
- Organized incoming and outgoing shipments to and from international warehouses
- Assisted in trend forecasting for upcoming seasons
- Completed benchmarking for competing private brands
- Organized line lists and current developments
DIGITAL MARKETER
Golden Girls
Fayetteville, AR
07.2018 - 07.2019
- Stayed on top of market and industry trends by following literature and online chatter
- Listed product descriptions and developed products online
- Processed online orders while helping build a clicks-and-mortar presence in a fully active online store
Education
Bachelor of Science - Apparel Merchandising And Product Development
University of Arkansas
Fayetteville, AR12.2021
Skills
- Competitive Analysis
- Merchandising Strategies
- Marketing Coordination
- Retail Merchandising
- Professionalism
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Task Prioritization
- Detail Oriented
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Retail Metrics and Goals
- Time management abilities
- Sales Records Management
- Marketing Strategies
- Analytical Skills
- Adaptability & flexibility
- Strong Communication and Interpersonal Skills
- Design concepts & styling
- Vendor Communication/Relations
- Private Label Management
- National Brand Management
Affiliations
- Set up panels and conduct bi-weekly interviews from the months Janurary-June.
- Obtains yearly scholarship funds from donors & properly allocates funds for awards.
- Handles run of show and leads all day of events.
- Helps candidates with social impact inititatives and community involvement.
- Helps with goal setting/ individual growth of candidates.
Volunteerism
- Coach at the 2017 Special Olympics
- NWA Food Pantry Volunteer
Timeline
Owner
SpencerLee's
12.2024 - Current
ASSOCIATE MERCHANT
Walmart
02.2023 - Current
MERCHANDISE COORDINATOR
Neiman Marcus Group
01.2022 - 02.2023
MERCHANDISING & PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT
Augusta National Golf Club
06.2021 - 08.2021
DIGITAL MARKETER
Golden Girls
07.2018 - 07.2019
Bachelor of Science - Apparel Merchandising And Product Development
University of Arkansas
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