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Michael Ingram

Levittown,NY

Summary

Strategic merchandising professional with expertise in category management and go-to-market planning. Demonstrated success in driving performance insights and leading cross-functional teams to support executive decision-making. Strong work ethic and adaptability, with proven ability to master new skills independently.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Lead Category Manager

Bedgear
Farmingdale, NY
09.2023 - Current
  • Analyzed SKU performance across categories to identify growth opportunities.
  • Developed annual merchandising plans and go-to-market strategies for product launches.
  • Led strategy meetings and presentations with cross-functional teams to align objectives.
  • Provided creative and brand insights during design and product development phases.
  • Collaborated with Sales, Creative, Planning, and PD teams to enhance project outcomes.
  • Contributed to strategic planning initiatives for executive leadership review.

Merchandising Assistant

Bedgear
Farmingdale, NY
01.2023 - 09.2023
  • Maintained assortment grids and competitor product matrices to support strategic planning.
  • Coordinated sales samples while managing showroom inventory for optimal presentation.
  • Input creative briefs to assist in developing merchandising initiatives.

Product Development Assistant

Bedgear
Farmingdale, NY
04.2022 - 01.2023
  • Executed SKU creation and management to enhance product organization.
  • Tracked samples for Product Development Department to ensure quality standards.
  • Communicated with vendors regarding pricing negotiations for domestic and overseas sourcing.
  • Conducted miscellaneous sourcing and development activities to support project needs.

Bookkeeper

Stop and Shop
Levittown, NY
06.2013 - 06.2025
  • Directed Front End operations, improving workflow and team dynamics.
  • Maintained accuracy in daily financial transactions and record management.
  • Supervised financial record-keeping to uphold compliance and transparency.

Office Coordinator

Assouline Publishing
New York, NY
08.2020 - 01.2021
  • Supported Chief of Staff with daily operations and administrative tasks.
  • Facilitated Customer Service responses to incoming inquiries for timely resolutions.

Education

B.S. - Fashion Business Management

Fashion Institute of Technology
New York, NY
05.2021

A.A.S. - Fashion Business Management

Fashion Institute of Technology
New York, NY
05.2018

Skills

  • Team leadership
  • Time management
  • Attention to detail
  • Effective communication
  • Data entry
  • Adaptability and flexibility

Accomplishments

Bedgear Values Award 2024

Bedgear Superstar Award 2025 [Peer Nominated]

Timeline

Lead Category Manager

Bedgear
09.2023 - Current

Merchandising Assistant

Bedgear
01.2023 - 09.2023

Product Development Assistant

Bedgear
04.2022 - 01.2023

Office Coordinator

Assouline Publishing
08.2020 - 01.2021

Bookkeeper

Stop and Shop
06.2013 - 06.2025

B.S. - Fashion Business Management

Fashion Institute of Technology

A.A.S. - Fashion Business Management

Fashion Institute of Technology

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