Michelle Roman
Boynton Beach,FL
Summary
Luxury retail merchandising leader with extensive experience directing regional merchandising strategy, visual execution, and operational excellence across wholesale and retail luxury environments. Proven success partnering with buyers, store leadership, and corporate teams to execute seasonal merchandising initiatives, elevate brand presentation, develop high-performing teams, and enhance the luxury client experience. Recognized for combining strategic merchandising expertise with disciplined execution to drive sales performance while maintaining exceptional brand standards.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Merchandising & Sales
E-Commerce & Online Marketplace Entrepreneur
05.2024 - Current
- Own and operate an independent retail business focused on product presentation, inventory planning, pricing strategy, and customer experience. Analyze customer purchasing trends to optimize merchandise assortment and maximize profitability. Maintain a 100% positive customer satisfaction rating through exceptional service and attention to detail.
- Family Caregiver (Concurrent Role) May 2024 – January 2026 Managed full-time caregiving responsibilities while continuing business operations, demonstrating exceptional organization, adaptability, and time management.
Regional Merchandise Manager | Southeast
MCM Worldwide
01.2016 - 11.2023
- Directed merchandising execution and operational excellence across 28 wholesale luxury accounts and four branded boutiques throughout the Southeast region. Partnered with buyers, store leadership, and corporate partners to execute seasonal merchandising strategies, product launches, and visual initiatives. Led merchandising training and coached store teams on luxury brand standards, product presentation, merchandising techniques, and client experience. Conducted regular market visits to evaluate merchandising execution, identify opportunities, and ensure brand consistency throughout the region. Collaborated with retail leadership to execute floor sets, product placement, and seasonal transitions. Leveraged sales trends, KPI reporting, and market analysis to optimize merchandising strategies and improve business performance. Managed a high-performing luxury business while consistently maintaining exceptional brand standards and year-over-year growth.
Group Manager
Neiman Marcus | Boca Raton, FL
10.2007 - 10.2015
- Managed merchandising execution across Designer Apparel, Contemporary, and Fashion Accessories divisions. Oversaw seasonal floor presentations, visual merchandising initiatives, luxury vendor launches, and merchandise placement. Developed department managers through coaching focused on merchandising standards, leadership, and luxury client experience. Executed luxury vendor events, client activations, and brand partnerships that increased customer engagement and sales. Analyzed KPIs, competitive trends, and regional performance to identify growth opportunities and refine business strategies.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Management Studies, Focus in Clothing & Textiles
Arizona State University
Skills
- Regional Merchandising Strategy
- Visual Merchandising
- Seasonal Floor Sets
- Brand Standards
- Luxury Client Experience
- Multi-Unit Leadership
- Team Development
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Product Presentation
- KPI & Sales Analysis
- Trend Analysis
- SAP
- JOOR
- Microsoft Office
ADDITIONAL LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE
- Saks Fifth Avenue — Floor Manager
- GAP (NYC Flagship Stores) — District Manager
- NBC Retail Operations (Rockefeller Plaza) — Director of Merchandising
Timeline
Merchandising & Sales
E-Commerce & Online Marketplace Entrepreneur
05.2024 - Current
Regional Merchandise Manager | Southeast
MCM Worldwide
01.2016 - 11.2023
Group Manager
Neiman Marcus | Boca Raton, FL
10.2007 - 10.2015
Bachelor of Science - Business Management Studies, Focus in Clothing & Textiles
Arizona State University