Ellie Peterson
Chicago,IL
Summary
Collaborative leader with a passion for sustainability and dedication to partnering with coworkers to promote engaged, empowering work culture that focuses on driving climate initiatives forward. Documented strengths in building and maintaining relationships with diverse range of stakeholders in dynamic, fast-paced settings.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Manager Responsible Sourcing
Target Corporation
02.2023 - Current
- Facilitated successful cross-functional and stakeholder collaborations for the completion of key projects, fostering strong working relationships among team members. (Science-Based Targets, Monthly/Quarterly Reporting on goal progress, vendor relationship management)
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes and helped to build out and automate data systems which aided in efficiencies with reporting and data integrity.
- Onboarded to new role quickly and worked to understand the intricacies of climate goals and initiatives of organization.
- Identified needs to more clearly communicate climate goals internally and externally so our partners are aligned on how to engage with one another and hold each other accountable to our climate commitments.
- Leveraged data and analytics to make informed decisions and drive business improvements.
Associate Buyer
Target Corporation
05.2021 - 02.2023
- Maintained timely product deliveries by effectively communicating with cross functional partners integrally and externally.
- Leveraged strong analytical skills to evaluate sales data, driving better-informed buying decisions to help add more sustainable outdoor furniture to the assortment.
- Built out digital strategy to help create a stronger digital assortment and worked with vendors to add more sustainable and unique products to Target's outdoor living assortment.
- Enhanced supplier relationships by negotiating contracts and securing funding for promotions and to increase margin throughout the year.
- Mentored team members and interns across Target who were interested in becoming an associate buyer.
Senior Merchandising Specialist
Target Corporation
09.2018 - 05.2021
- Implemented digital health content initiatives for bedding, bath and mattresses and provided weekly digital reporting to ensure accountability across our vendor partner's digital assortments.
- Analyzed market data to understand the impact of sustainable products in the bedding assortment and how we can accurately share our sustainability initiatives with guests on packaging and .com experience.
- Led and implemented digital sustainability strategy with cross-functional partners to ensure new bedding line shared its sustainable benefits.
- Built out and executed ad strategies for bedding, back to college and mattresses.
Store Director
Fjallraven
08.2017 - 10.2018
- Exceeded company targets consistently through proactive monitoring of KPIs and execution of corrective action plans when needed which led to the stores most profitable year since opening.
- Shared Fjallraven's inspiring sustainability initiatives with each customer resulting in increased loyalty and repeat business.
- Worked with regional manager on visual merchandising strategy and merchandising layouts based on shopper insights and market trends leading to enhanced product visibility.
- Oversaw staffing and training, safety compliance, inventory control and financial functions.
- Highest employee retention rates in the company by creating a positive work environment that fostered pride in the product, teamwork and camaraderie among staff members.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations for staff members, identifying areas for growth and development.
- Collaborated with other Store Directors on regional initiatives aimed at increasing brand presence in local markets (Superbowl Pop-Up experience)
Education
Graduate Certificate - Sustainability Studies
Wilmington University
New Castle, DE10.2023
Certificate - Fashion Industry Foundations
Parsons School of Design
New York, NY11.2021
Bachelor of Science - Retail Merchandising
University of Minnesota
Twin Cities, MN08.2017
Skills
- Time Management
- Verbal and written communication
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Cross-Functional Teamwork
- Vendor Relationship Management
Timeline
Manager Responsible Sourcing
Target Corporation
02.2023 - Current
Associate Buyer
Target Corporation
05.2021 - 02.2023
Senior Merchandising Specialist
Target Corporation
09.2018 - 05.2021
Store Director
Fjallraven
08.2017 - 10.2018
Graduate Certificate - Sustainability Studies
Wilmington University
Certificate - Fashion Industry Foundations
Parsons School of Design
Bachelor of Science - Retail Merchandising
University of Minnesota
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