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Cobe Ellison Hawes

Operations & Merchandising Leader
North Hollywood,CA

Summary

Energetic and resourceful professional with a talent for visual presentation and trend analysis. Deep understanding of market demands and brand alignment, showcasing proficiency in inventory management and sales forecasting. Excels in driving impactful merchandising strategies that enhance the customer experience and maximize revenue. Experienced in managing multiple projects, optimizing work processes, and leading cross-functional teams. Passionate about achieving operational excellence through effective communication and collaboration.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
1
1
Language

Work History

Operations & Merchandising Leader

Apple Inc.
09.2018 - Current
  • Spearheaded operational and merchandising strategies for product launches, including the first-ever Apple Watch, ensuring seamless execution despite inventory and software constraints-resulting in a 37% sales increase during launch weekend
  • Led a 52-member cross-functional team to improve inventory flow, streamline supply chain logistics, and implement real-time merchandising adjustments that enhanced customer engagement and product visibility
  • Managed IT and merchandising projects, ensuring all teams adhered to scope, timeline, and budget, improving business processes and efficiency
  • Developed and executed live demo strategies to address software and inventory delays, increasing customer interaction and product adoption
  • Implemented process improvements that reduced setup time for new product launches by 30%, optimizing operational efficiency
  • Streamlined inventory management, reducing stock discrepancies and improving overall efficiency.
  • Coordinated effectively with loss prevention teams to minimize shrinkage while maintaining an attractive merchandise presentation for customers.

Visual Merchandiser

Vans Footwear Company
08.2006 - 08.2014
  • Led visual merchandising initiatives across multiple retail locations, enhancing brand presentation and driving a 52% sales increase through compelling displays and strategic product placement
  • Designed and executed high-impact merchandising plans that aligned with seasonal trends and corporate marketing objectives
  • Developed standardized processes for merchandise setup and store layouts, improving team productivity by 60% and ensuring brand consistency
  • Leveraged Microsoft and project management tools to streamline communication and workflow, enhancing project execution and cross-team collaboration
  • Boosted stakeholder satisfaction from 70% to 92% through meticulous execution of merchandising strategies and operational improvements
  • Worked with store managers to implement new displays, promotions and store layout changes.
  • Monitored and replenished display inventory and restructured according to available stock.

Education

Bachelor's Degree - Project Management

Arizona State University
01.2024 - 1 2027

Associate of Engineering - Computer Electronic Engineering

ITT Technical Institute

Skills

  • Operations & Supply Chain Management
  • Inventory & Merchandising Strategy
  • Project & Budget Management
  • Process Improvement & Efficiency Optimization
  • Cross-Functional Team Leadership
  • Strategic Planning & Risk Mitigation
  • Retail & Technology Product Launches
  • Visual Merchandising Execution
  • Data-Driven Decision Making

Certification

Apple Certified Technician for Pro Products - Apple

Timeline

Bachelor's Degree - Project Management

Arizona State University
01.2024 - 1 2027

Operations & Merchandising Leader

Apple Inc.
09.2018 - Current

Visual Merchandiser

Vans Footwear Company
08.2006 - 08.2014

Associate of Engineering - Computer Electronic Engineering

ITT Technical Institute

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