Kayla Knisley
Heath,OH
Summary
Experienced Retail Specialist with a strong desire to contribute and utilize skills to drive growth and become a dependable asset to an organization. Keen eye for detail and passion for exceeding expectations. Seeking opportunity to leverage expertise in the retail industry to make a significant impact on company success.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
PURCHASE ORDER MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST
Designer Shoe Warehouse, DSW
Columbus, OH
08.2019 - Current
- Address issues hindering purchase order processing and receipt by conducting research and collaborating with cross-functional teams
- Worked closely with cross-functional teams including Traffic Department, Distribution Center, Planning, Vendors, IT and Buying
- UPC validation for internal DSW style needs to be established and created
- Managed relationships between buying teams and external partners, overseeing communication related to maintenances and purchase orders
- Downloaded and validated UPC codes for all vendors across the company/departments
- Managed communication and record-keeping for purchase orders and their lifecycle
- Assigned to specific departments for all responsibilities on style creations and purchase order possessing
Floor Supervisor
Rod’s Western Palace
Columbus, OH
04.2019 - 08.2019
- Communicated with store associates to ensure store projects and duties were being completed
- Boosted sales through effective merchandising strategies and attention to product placement on floor
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by effectively managing floor operations and addressing concerns promptly
- Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences
- Ensured merchandise was being placed and organized properly
- Worked with brand representatives learning extensive product detail.
Inventory Control
Rod’s Western Palace
Columbus, OH
04.2015 - 08.2019
- Fulfilled online orders
- Ensured inventory was accurate
- Cycle count merchandise
Retail Sales Associate
Rod’s Western Palace
Columbus, OH
04.2015 - 08.2019
- Thoroughly replenished store inventory
- Actively communicated with customers
- Assisted alongside department leads & managers
- Traveled with Event Managers to road shows
- Promote company advertising, while helping with photo shoots & other promotional events
- Trade shows including, All American Quarter Horse Congress, Equine Affaire, North American International Livestock Exposition
- Extensive Denim knowledge.
Merchandising Intern
Rod’s Western Palace
Columbus, OH
05.2017 - 08.2017
- Develop strong communication amongst associates & managers throughout departments
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop effective marketing strategies, increasing brand recognition and customer engagement
- Organized floor sets to create appealing flow for customers
- Ran day to day operations, the flow of merchandise in & out of the store, as well as pricing lists.
- Streamlined inventory management processes for improved efficiency and reduced stock discrepancies
Education
Bachelor of Science - Fashion and Retail Studies
The Ohio State University
Columbus, OH05.2019
Skills
- Management collaboration
- Advanced Communication
- Quality Assessment
- Supply Management
- Relationship Building
- Expert Problem Solving
- Time Management
- Attention to Detail
- Organizational Skills
- Merchandising operations
- Purchase orders organization
Timeline
PURCHASE ORDER MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST
Designer Shoe Warehouse, DSW
08.2019 - Current
Floor Supervisor
Rod’s Western Palace
04.2019 - 08.2019
Merchandising Intern
Rod’s Western Palace
05.2017 - 08.2017
Inventory Control
Rod’s Western Palace
04.2015 - 08.2019
Retail Sales Associate
Rod’s Western Palace
04.2015 - 08.2019
Bachelor of Science - Fashion and Retail Studies
The Ohio State University