Holly Davis
Galena,Ohio
Summary
Seasoned Senior Merchandise Planner with expertise in retail and merchandise planning, inventory control, and forecasting. Skilled in analyzing trends, optimizing stock levels, and driving business growth. Proven track record includes enhancing inventory turnover and boosting sales through strategic merchandise planning initiatives. Exceptional organizational, communication, and leadership abilities; adept at cross-functional collaboration to achieve company objectives.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Merchandise Planner
Express Inc
Columbus, Ohio
02.2011 - 06.2024
- Incorporated market trend analysis along with historical data and company objectives to develop and update seasonal merchandise plans for the entire men's division ($220M Annually).
- Collaborated with team to analyze real-time sales data, current strategies, and market trends in order to shape future purchasing decisions
- Ensured proper communication of supply and demand plans with all cross functional teams, including executive leadership team
- Provided leadership and coaching to Assortment Planners, enhancing their skills in statistical analysis for improved forecast accuracy.
Allocation Manager
Express Inc
Columbus, Ohio
- Implemented targeted allocation strategies to achieve inventory objectives, taking into account regional and volume differences across all stores.
- Managed team of Six Store Planners and Allocators, fostering collaboration, innovation, and results-driven environment while promoting career growth for job satisfaction, retention, and talent development.
Sr. Store Planner
Express Inc
- Analyzed sales data and recommended strategies to execute allocation plan.
- Determined optimal quantities for ordering by size, including pre-pack and bulk options aligned with store size requirements.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Human Ecology - Major- Textiles and Clothing -
The Ohio State University
Columbus, OhioSkills
- Enterprise Planning System Knowledge
- Microstrategy Data Warehouse
- Sales Reporting
- Demand Forecasting
- Stock Replenishment
- S5 Assortment Planning
- JDA Allocation
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office
- Microsoft Word
Accomplishments
APEX Recipient – 2016 & 2019 - Recognition trip for top employees who exhibit Express core values
Timeline
Senior Merchandise Planner
Express Inc
02.2011 - 06.2024
Allocation Manager
Express Inc
Sr. Store Planner
Express Inc
Bachelor of Science in Human Ecology - Major- Textiles and Clothing -
The Ohio State University
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