Jocelyn Sampson-Dickerson
Summary
Fashion Merchandising graduate with hands-on experience in retail operations, merchandising execution, and inventory management. Proven ability to support product flow, analyze sell-through trends, and coordinate merchandising initiatives in fast-paced retail environments. Experienced with ERP and POS systems, Excel-based reporting, and cross-functional collaboration. Strong organizational and leadership skills with a focus on improving operational efficiency and supporting product-driven business strategies.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Operations Lead
Banana Republic
Aurora, OH
02.2025 - Current
- Manage inventory flow, shipment processing, and replenishment to maintain accurate stock levels and product availability.
- Support execution of merchandising directives including floor sets, product launches, and promotional changes.
- Analyze sell-through trends and inventory levels to identify replenishment needs and reduce stock inefficiencies.
- Train and coach associates on operational procedures, product flow processes, and brand merchandising standards.
- Collaborate with leadership to prioritize labor and support successful merchandising initiatives.
- Promoted from Sales Associate (Feb. 2025 - May 2025)
- Promoted from Merchandising Intern (Aug. 2025 - Nov. 2025)
Senior Safety Assistant
Kent State University - Office of Safety & Community Care
Kent, OH
09.2022 - 05.2026
- Supervise and mentor Safety Assistants during residence hall operations, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and response procedures.
- Coordinate emergency response for medical, behavioral, and facility incidents while maintaining accurate incident documentation.
- Conduct building inspections and compliance checks related to fire safety and hazard prevention.
- Support operational decision-making by communicating incidents and updates with campus partners and leadership teams.
- Promoted from Safety Assistant (Sept. 2022 - Feb. 2024)
Strategy Intern
IBT Industrial Solutions
Marriam, KS
05.2024 - 03.2025
- Assisted with ERP system implementation, helping clean and organize 1,000+ product data records to ensure accurate system migration.
- Analyzed operational workflows and identified process gaps, contributing recommendations that improved cross-department coordination and system efficiency.
- Supported development of training materials and onboarding resources used to guide team members through ERP system adoption.
- Assisted with marketing campaigns and social media management, helping maintain consistent brand messaging and engagement.
- Collaborated with internal teams to ensure accurate product and operational data during the ERP transition.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Fashion Merchandising
Kent State University
Kent, OH05-2026
Skills
- Merchandising Strategy
- Inventory Management
- Retail Math & Merchandise Planning
- Visual Merchandising
- Microsoft Excel
- Adobe Suites
- Sales & Inventory Analysis
- ERP Systems
- POS Systems
- Product Data Management
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Process Improvement
- Inventory Replenishment Strategy
- Team Leadership & Training
Affiliations
- Sigma Sigma Sigma Sorority
- Order of Omega
- National Society of Leadership and Success - NSLS
Certification
LVMH | Creation & Branding, Operations & Supply Chain
Redress | Circular Fashion Design, Fiber Choices and Sustainability
Timeline
Operations Lead
Banana Republic
02.2025 - Current
Strategy Intern
IBT Industrial Solutions
05.2024 - 03.2025
Senior Safety Assistant
Kent State University - Office of Safety & Community Care
09.2022 - 05.2026
Bachelor of Science - Fashion Merchandising
Kent State University