Rachael Hobdy
Dallas,TX
Summary
Dynamic Regional Visual Merchandising Manager with a proven track record at Cantoni LLC, enhancing customer experience through innovative merchandise presentation and strategic store layout optimization. Skilled in vendor negotiation and relationship building, I successfully increased sales by implementing effective visual strategies, fostering teamwork, and driving employee engagement through targeted training initiatives.
Experienced with vendor negotiations, supplier relationships, and procurement strategies. Uses analytical skills to evaluate market trends and make informed purchasing decisions. Track record of maintaining inventory levels and ensuring timely delivery of materials.
Experienced procurement specialist skilled in vendor negotiations, inventory management, and cost analysis. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results, with flexible approach to changing needs. Known for strategic planning, market research, and ensuring timely delivery of quality products. Dependable and efficient in luxury home furnishings.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Regional Visual Merchandising Manager
Cantoni LLC
07.2022 - 05.2025
- Continuously monitored industry trends and innovations in visual merchandising, integrating new ideas into regional strategies to maintain a competitive edge.
- Boosted employee engagement by providing ongoing training opportunities related to visual merchandising best practices.
- Collaborated with store managers to optimize product presentation and inventory management, resulting in increased customer satisfaction.
- Mentored junior team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional growth within the organization.
- Leveraged customer insights to inform decision-making around product placement and promotion strategies, increasing overall appeal of retail spaces.
- Increased sales by developing and implementing effective visual merchandising strategies for regional stores.
Buyer/Visual Presentation Manager
Ashley HomeStores
02.2019 - 07.2022
- Built long-term supplier relationships with vendors to establish quality and competitive pricing.
- Collaborated with internal departments to better understand needs and determine purchasing requirements.
- Reduced procurement costs through strategic sourcing, competitive bidding, and effective negotiations.
- Developed strong relationships with suppliers to secure favorable pricing terms and conditions for the company''s benefit.
- Forecasted purchasing trends and improved merchandising strategies.
- Participated in trade shows and conferences to stay informed of the latest industry developments and maintain a strong professional network.
- Increased product margins by negotiating terms, discount structures and maintaining strong relationships with vendors.
- Analyzed current vendors and products to stay abreast of market trends and evaluate new suppliers.
Buyer/Visual Merchandiser
Freed's Homefurnishings
03.2016 - 02.2019
- Maintained key item stock levels and wrote or expedited purchase orders.
- Continuously monitored industry trends to identify new supply sources that could potentially improve overall procurement efficiency.
- Conducted thorough market research to identify emerging trends, influencing strategic direction of product sourcing.
- Supported new product launches by ensuring timely availability of required materials, aligning with project timelines.
- Improved inventory accuracy and control by implementing new barcoding system, reducing discrepancies and improving audit results.
- Ensured timely delivery of products by closely monitoring vendor performance and addressing any issues promptly.
- Coordinated with logistics teams to resolve any shipping delays or discrepancies while minimizing impact on operations.
- Worked with store managers to implement new displays, promotions and store layout changes.
- Revamped store layout to improve customer flow and overall shopping experience, resulting in better customer satisfaction ratings.
- Managed aesthetically pleasing displays to showcase company products and increase sales.
- Enhanced store sales by creating visually appealing and strategically placed product displays.
Education
Associate of Arts - Interior Design
AIU
Los Angeles, CA05.2001
Some College (No Degree) - Photography
Santa Monica College
Santa Monica, CASkills
- Customer experience
- Merchandise presentation
- Creative vision
- Visual design
- Store layout optimization
- Store layout design
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliability
- Organizational skills
- Flexibility
- Vendor relations
- Vendor negotiation
- Inventory monitoring
- Presentation
Timeline
Regional Visual Merchandising Manager
Cantoni LLC
07.2022 - 05.2025
Buyer/Visual Presentation Manager
Ashley HomeStores
02.2019 - 07.2022
Buyer/Visual Merchandiser
Freed's Homefurnishings
03.2016 - 02.2019
Associate of Arts - Interior Design
AIU
Some College (No Degree) - Photography
Santa Monica College
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