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JESSICA LINDEN

Foxboro,WI

Summary

Highly-motivated retail executive with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Excel at driving project work, meeting deadlines, and quickly mastering new skills.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Division Merchandise Manager, VP

maurices
Duluth, MN
01.2019 - 02.2024
  • Developed strategic plans to increase bottoms sales by 30% to $350M through targeted merchandising plans, key item in-stock investments, and new product launches.
  • Collaborated with other departments such as marketing and finance to ensure a successful launch of new denim brands like Edgely and Goldie Blues. Edgely grew to $30M in 3 years.
  • Gathered and analyzed demographic data based on income, age and sell-through statistics. Used this information along with consumer feedback and fashion trends to build successful product assortments.
  • Managed a team of 10 professionals, providing guidance and direction to ensure successful execution of projects. Mentored and promoted 10 associates who continued to excel in their new positions.
  • Led cross-functional teams in developing innovative solutions to complex business challenges like new OTB processes, promotional cadences, and assortment architecture analysis.

Associate Divisional Merchandise Manager, AVP

maurices
Duluth, MN
08.1999 - 01.2019
  • Promoted into various positions including Distribution Analyst, Merchandise Admin, Assistant Buyer, Buyer, Senior Buyer, and ADMM/AVP. Led a plus launch in 2007 that has grown into 30% of the apparel business.
  • Recharged a declining basic knit business by launching the new 24/7 tee collection. Grew the business to $330 million dollars in sales prior to moving to bottoms.
  • Focused on speed to market with a test and react graphic tee strategy. Importing blanks and screening domestically.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Sales and Marketing

Lake Superior College
Duluth, MN
05-1999

Skills

  • Excellent Communication
  • Data-Driven Decision-Making
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Problem-Solving Abilities
  • Coaching and Mentoring
  • Adaptability and Flexibility

Timeline

Division Merchandise Manager, VP

maurices
01.2019 - 02.2024

Associate Divisional Merchandise Manager, AVP

maurices
08.1999 - 01.2019

Associate of Applied Science - Sales and Marketing

Lake Superior College

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