NANCY FORTUNE
Atlanta,GA
Summary
I will soon be graduating in May 2024 from Auburn University as an apparel merchandising major with a business minor. I have a strong foundation in fashion trends and business principles, ready to contribute fresh insights and strategic thinking to the industry.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Merchandising, Buying, and Product Development Intern
Mansur Gavriel
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Utilized excel to establish inventory tracking system for sample closet.
- Collected data through regular market sweeps for merchandising team to assess competitor positioning.
- Developed categorization system for product development team for easy access and organization of over 200 leather samples.
- Actively participated in bag and shoe demo meetings, as well as lead wear testing initiatives.
Wholesale Intern
TLA Showroom By Lisa Adams
03.2023 - 03.2023
- Merchandised floor for line within TLA showroom and organized per distribution/cancellation date.
- Submitted and organized purchase orders for buyers.
- Forecasted with buyers which lines and/or items they should purchase based on their customer demographic.
- Worked with buying team to select pieces that fit client base and are up to date with current trends.
- Worked with over 50 buyers per day.
Personal Stylist
Fab'rik
04.2019 - 12.2019
- Consulted with clients by appointment to determine style preferences and provide appropriate recommendations for new image.
- Merchandised store inventory in seasonal and brand displays.
- Worked with buying team to select pieces that fit client base and are up to date with current trends.
- Managed over 30 customer calls per day.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Apparel Merchandising,Design,Production Management
Auburn University
Auburn05.2024
Skills
- Proficient in
- Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
- Data Analysis
- Budgeting
- Standards of accounting
- Business Management
- Effective Communication
- Point of Sale Systems (POS)
- Retail Buying
- Wholesale Purchasing & Selling
- Merchandise Presentation
- Product Development
Additional Information
- Apparel Merchandising and Design Association
- Women in Business
- Pi Beta Phi Sisterhood and Philanthropy Committee
- Children's Miracle Network
Timeline
Merchandising, Buying, and Product Development Intern
Mansur Gavriel
06.2023 - 08.2023
Wholesale Intern
TLA Showroom By Lisa Adams
03.2023 - 03.2023
Personal Stylist
Fab'rik
04.2019 - 12.2019
Bachelor of Science - Apparel Merchandising,Design,Production Management
Auburn University
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