Open To Work
Kelsea Cole
Hendersonville,NC
Work Preference
Summary
Results-oriented merchandising professional with a strong foundation in inventory management and visual merchandising. Experience in effective team leadership and strategic execution of corporate merchandising standards, driving performance and community connection in fast-paced retail settings. Passionate about merchandise planning, purchasing, and data driven decision making. Aspiring to be part of a creative team dedicated to impactful project execution.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Inaugural Boutique Store Manager/Assistant Buyer/Lead Merchandiser
Boho Hendo
Hendersonville, NC
06.2025 - 04.2026
- Executed corporate merchandising strategies and bi-weekly visual floor sets, training employees on visual standards and adapting assortments to align with local market demand and high-volume sales periods.
- Drove revenue growth through strategic merchandising and targeted promotions, executing a monthly 'Locals Night' event featuring local artists to enhance community engagement.
- Supported store owner as buyer and strategic advisor, coordinating vendor relations and optimizing assortment decisions to align with market trends.
Store Manager/Lead Merchandiser
francesca’s
Hendersonville, NC
11.2022 - 04.2024
- Led multi-location store operations for national fashion brand, executing corporate merchandising, visual, and operational strategies to align with sales volumes, staffing models, and regional performance needs.
- Partnered with district leadership on merchandising initiatives and promotional campaigns, ensuring consistent in-store execution and enhancing measurable performance outcomes.
- Supervised and trained sales associates, designated responsibilities and monitored performance for a high-performing work environment
- Analyzed sales, conversion, and inventory metrics to drive store-level performance and align team execution with monthly and quarterly revenue targets.
Boutique Store Manager/Lead Merchandiser
Moonshine & Magnolias
Hendersonville, NC
05.2022 - 11.2022
- Optimized inventory flow and aligned operations with sales targets through effective visual merchandising management.
- Supervised and trained sales associates, delegating tasks while monitoring performance for enhanced productivity.
- Oversaw inventory management, emphasizing stock replenishment and organizational efficiency.
- Developed innovative visual merchandising strategies to elevate store presentation and boost customer engagement.
Sales Lead / Keyholder
francesca’s
Asheville, NC
10.2021 - 05.2022
- Executed visual merchandising standards and maintained floor assortment to enhance sell-through and conversion rates.
- Managed inventory flow and boosted store performance through effective replenishment execution, team coaching, and high-quality customer service.
Education
B.S. - Business and Communications (Interdisciplinary Studies)
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA01-2020
Skills
- Merchandise planning
- Merchandising strategy
- Visual merchandising
- Inventory management
- Vendor coordination
- Performance reporting
- Time management
- Cross-team collaboration
- Workflow Management
- Microsoft Office proficiency
- Problem solving
- Organizational skills
- Team leadership
- Communication skills
- Customer service
Timeline
Inaugural Boutique Store Manager/Assistant Buyer/Lead Merchandiser
Boho Hendo
06.2025 - 04.2026
Store Manager/Lead Merchandiser
francesca’s
11.2022 - 04.2024
Boutique Store Manager/Lead Merchandiser
Moonshine & Magnolias
05.2022 - 11.2022
Sales Lead / Keyholder
francesca’s
10.2021 - 05.2022
B.S. - Business and Communications (Interdisciplinary Studies)
Liberty University