Judy Muller
New York
Summary
Over 5 years of experience in data-driven retail and entertainment roles, leveraging Excel and Power BI to analyze sales, inventory, and promotions to support strategic decision-making. Hands-on experience with Broadway and touring productions, cross-functional collaboration, and client service, with a focus on developing skills in formal reporting, ticket programming, and business intelligence tools.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales Manager
Ulta Beauty
11.2024 - Current
- Analyzed daily and weekly sales, traffic, and conversion data to identify trends and inform strategic sales initiatives, contributing to a 38% year-to-date sales increase.
- Implemented data-driven strategies using Power BI to monitor key performance metrics and optimize product mix, staffing, and promotional focus for improved profitability.
- Managed inventory levels and shrink controls to support accurate stock availability, reduce loss, and maintain operational efficiency.
- Oversaw scheduling and payroll planning to align labor hours with sales forecasts and budget targets.
- Led hiring, onboarding, and development for team members while ensuring adherence to company operations standards and procedures.
- Served as primary point of contact for internal and external communications, supporting timely issue resolution and smooth day-to-day store operations.
Freelance Business Reporting Analyst
Dreamlight Candle Company
02.2024 - 11.2024
- Led daily, weekly, and quarterly sales and advertising performance analyses, delivering reports, client presentations, ad-hoc breakdowns, visualizations, heatmaps, and cross-channel insights.
- Collected, cleaned, and analyzed sales, and marketing data from multiple sources, ensuring data accuracy, consistency, and reporting integrity contributing to a 58% sales increase.
- Built and maintained dashboard and reporting frameworks integrating client and agency data to support sales tracking, inventory management, and forecasting.
- Delivered timely, insight-driven reporting and recommendations supporting pricing, promotions, and inventory optimization.
- Developed a framework for dashboards integrating client data and internal agency databases.
E-Commerce Site Merchandiser
The Araca Group
09.2022 - 02.2024
- Used sales and customer behavior data from multiple e-commerce platforms to guide purchasing, assortment decisions, and digital marketing efforts, generating $954K in revenue in 2023.
- Created and maintained regular performance reports on product, campaign, and channel results to inform stakeholders and support data-driven decisions.
- Scheduled and executed email campaigns using Klaviyo, monitoring performance metrics to refine promotions and messaging.
- Coordinated timelines, digital assets, and vendor requirements to ensure accurate product launches and on-time campaigns across platforms.
- Supported cross-functional teams in marketing, customer service, and fulfillment to maintain accurate product information and a consistent customer experience.
Inventory & Operations Associate
The Araca Group
07.2018 - 08.2022
- Managed inventory and operations for global merchandise accounts across national tours, Broadway, and studio productions, ensuring accurate stock levels and on-time fulfillment.
- Created and managed purchase orders, vendor negotiations, and forecasting models for reorders and new account launches to meet demand while controlling costs.
- Coordinated logistics and stock control systems for weekly dispatches, maintaining data accuracy required for global inventory audits.
- Reduced inventory costs by 5–10% through vendor research and pricing structure optimizations based on analysis of purchasing and cost data.
- Managed executive calendars, deadlines, and high-priority client needs across time zones to support smooth operations and communication.
- Supported remote teams and studio partners with consistent updates and resource coordination for ongoing productions.
Education
Bachelor of Science - History of Musical Theatre
State University of New York At Fredonia
Fredonia, NY05.2016
Bachelor of Science - Communications
State University of New York At Fredonia
Fredonia, NY05.2016
Skills
- Data Analysis
- Power BI
- Microsoft Excel Advanced
- Analytical Reporting
- Sales Data Interpretation
- Cross-Functional Communication
- Inventory Management
- Event & Campaign Support
- Organizational Skills
- Vendor Relationship Oversight
- Team Collaboration
- Client Services
Timeline
Sales Manager
Ulta Beauty
11.2024 - Current
Freelance Business Reporting Analyst
Dreamlight Candle Company
02.2024 - 11.2024
E-Commerce Site Merchandiser
The Araca Group
09.2022 - 02.2024
Inventory & Operations Associate
The Araca Group
07.2018 - 08.2022
Bachelor of Science - History of Musical Theatre
State University of New York At Fredonia
Bachelor of Science - Communications
State University of New York At Fredonia