Hi, I’m
Megan O'Leary
Merchandising, Sourcing and Logistics
Riverview,FL
Summary
With over a decade of expertise in merchandising, sourcing, and logistics, my professional journey reflects a fervent dedication to curating exceptional and profitable products. Alongside my passion for delivering innovative solutions, I have explored over 15 countries and 38 states, with a keen love for travel that not only broadens my cultural horizons but also fuels my ability to adapt and innovate in diverse business environments.
Fueled by both a love for travel and a profound appreciation for coffee, my career has consistently demonstrated a proven ability to drive cost savings, optimize inventory, and elevate e-commerce performance across various product categories and channels. As the Head of Merchandising, Sourcing, and Logistics at ShineOn.com, a premier online print-on-demand retailer specializing in personalized jewelry and gifts, I am committed to steering the company towards continued success and growth while savoring every moment, much like a perfect cup of coffee.
Overview
9
years of professional experience
15
Countries Visited
42
States Visited
Work History
ShineOnTampa, FL
Head Of Merchandising, Sourcing and Logistics
04.2020 - Current
Job overview
- Currently serving as the Head of Merchandising, Sourcing, and Logistics at ShineOn, I play a pivotal role in shaping and leading strategic initiatives.
- Having successfully established the merchandising department from the ground up in 2020, I later pioneered the development of the logistics department in 2023. My dynamic responsibilities span across sales and product forecasting, financial analysis, pre-production planning, product research, and sourcing from new factories. Additionally, I excel in price negotiations, logistics planning, inventory control, automation checks, and efficient product liquidation.
- Lead the company to a successful relocation of our European warehouse including relocating over $100k of machinery, and $600k+ of inventory.
- During my tenure, I earned Six Sigma Green Belt and lean manufacturing certifications, leveraging these skills to achieve substantial cost savings exceeding $10M.
Dollar Tree StoresChesapeake, VA
Category Merchant
03.2018 - 04.2020
Job overview
- Lead buyer, boasting 6 months of experience overseeing The Closeout department with annual sales surpassing $300M, and 1.5 years as the lead buyer for Center Store Grocery, managing categories such as bread, canned food, baking, condiments, pasta, and side dishes, with annual sales exceeding $650M.
- In these roles, I consulted on category strategy definition, ensuring alignment with corporate goals and financial objectives. I was responsible for assortment definition and product selection across various banners, channels, countries, and departments, with a focus on driving success and performance. Additionally, I collaborated with the global sourcing organization to identify new suppliers, negotiate costs, and manage vendor relationships.
- My responsibilities extended to signing off on marketing materials, display guides, and planners, and I played a key role in product selection for promotional programs. Regularly conducting business reviews and contributing to monthly P&L performance evaluations, I was actively involved in leading, mentoring, and providing guidance to the team while contributing to the overall training and development of the merchandising organization.
JCPenneyPlano, Texas
Enterprise Senior Buyer
05.2015 - 03.2018
Job overview
- With a diverse background spanning utility bedding, cold weather, snack, beverage, confections, pet, impulse buys, and As Seen On TV home departments, I contributed to annual revenues exceeding $30M.
- Notably, I was handpicked for a pivotal company initiative to establish an impulse buy department in Spring 2016. This role involved overseeing impulse areas in men's, women's, kids, and home departments, where I meticulously handpicked new products, monitored sales, and collaborated with business analysts to maintain optimal stock levels.
- Additionally, I took charge of all ecommerce relations, assuming ownership of the ecommerce business and conducting weekly business analyses. Working closely with planning teams, I identified, executed, and communicated seasonal and long-term strategies aligned with financial targets.
- My responsibilities further included building and maintaining assortment plans, key item planner trackers, pricing merchandise strategically, and analyzing weekly selling patterns to optimize sales and gross profit. I successfully maintained productive relationships with vendors, ensuring well-balanced assortments that met profitable inventory levels, turn rates, and gross profit goals.
Education
Kent State University
Bachelor of the Arts, Fashion Merchandising with Marketing Minor
01.2012
Skills
- Lean Manufacturing
- Financial Analysis
- Sourcing
- Project Management
- International Logistics
- Six Sigma Yellow Belt
- Dependable and Responsible
- Time Management
- Excellent Communication
- Self-Directed
Certification
Six Sigma Yellow Belt - TTE