"You can have anything you want in life if you dress for it."
Edith Head
Summary
Well-organized, analytical and creative Merchandising professional successful at representing consumer trends and needs in retail market. Accurately assess competition and pursues effective ways to boost sales and reinforce client brands.
Overview
4
years of professional experience
1
Language
Work History
VS&CO
Columbus, OH
Distribution Team Lead
06.2023 - Current
Job overview
Developed planning systems for staffing, schedules, and inventory.
Reduced process lags and effectively managed over 100 associates to ensure optimal productivity.
Support with recruitment and train associates as well as monitor performance and progress to ensure targets are met.
Assist in running an efficient warehouse operation which is able to fulfill operational and customer demands.
SAS Retail Services
Columbus, OH
Travel Merchandiser
01.2023 - 06.2023
Job overview
Collaborated with cross-functional partners including marketing, design, and operations to ensure seamless execution of merchandising strategies.
Implemented effective planning and inventory management processes to reduce stockouts and minimize excess inventory.
Assisted employees on best practices and protocols while managing teams to maintain optimal productivity.
Created retail displays to highlight particular products and drive sales according to corporate strategy.
Saks Fifth Avenue
Columbus, OH
Luxury Style Advisor
08.2022 - 01.2023
Job overview
Stayed updated with emerging fashion trends through continuous research and attendance at industry events.
Created exceptional experiences for clients, built long-term relationships and helped clients find perfect style solutions to fit individual fashion needs while maximizing sales volume.
Showcased store merchandise and helped keep store running seamlessly by enthusiastically presenting and selling products and by communicating feedback and ideas for improvement.
RKNYC
New York, NY
Associate Merchant
11.2019 - 06.2022
Job overview
Led merchandising efforts by analyzing market trends, developing assortment strategies, and executing product development plans.
Managed buying process, including vendor negotiations, inventory management, and assortment planning.
Conducted comprehensive selling analysis to identify customer preferences, drive sales growth, and improve profitability.
Monitored competitive landscape to keep up with industry trends and innovations.
Education
Kent State University
Kent, OH
Bachelor of Science from Fashion Merchandising
Skills
Merchandising Plan Development
Product Development
Trend Forecasting
Relationship Building
Team Management
Creativity and Visual Merchandising
Analytical Skills
Planning and Inventory Management
Microsoft Office applications
Sales Analysis
Communication and Negotiation
Business Acumen
Leadership
Work Preference
Work Type
Full Time
Work Location
On-SiteRemoteHybrid
Important To Me
Company CultureWork-life balanceCareer advancementStock Options / Equity / Profit SharingTeam Building / Company RetreatsPersonal development programs