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Rachel Marsh

Summary

Highly-motivated Associate Footwear Designer with 2 years industry experience in researching trends, communicating overseas, and detailing product from conception to completion. Passionate individual with an eagerness to further my knowledge and skills in the fashion industry.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Associate Footwear Designer

Caleres
01.2022 - Current
  • Assures style and trend research information is incorporated into product designs
  • Develop seasonal color palettes following trend/brand needs
  • Promotes innovation and creativity that balances evolution and fiscal responsibilities to the brand
  • Develop product assortments/collections while taking into account sales data, profit margins, and customer needs
  • Communicate overseas with pattern edits, material innovation/sourcing, and PLM spec/bom communication
  • Collaborate with Design to create and update trend stories for color, material, and silhouette
  • Work closely with Sales to understand market needs and business models
  • Create and maintain color Cads for all design flats

Product Coordinator Jan.2022-July 2022

  • Assures accurate and timely execution of sample ordering and management
  • Ensures the execution of brand and customer sample needs against seasonal selling calendar
  • Utilize a product line management (PLM) system to input product specifications, place sample orders, make adjustments on products
  • Participate in the ongoing product line development
  • Facilitate seasonal product material pre-buys with Developers and maintain line sheets

Service and Selling Manager

Anthropologie
10.2020 - 01.2022

• Empower the team to drive sales and metrics by utilizing key performance indicators (KPI)
• Oversee the training, development, and accountability of the customer experience management program
• Facilitate the sharing of product knowledge by organizing try-on sessions for the team in order to create a culture that prioritizes service and sales
• Utilize brand resources to promote employee development such as brand initiatives and employee recognition
• Assess KPIs to identify merchant opportunities with product placement, outfitting, and stock levels
• Manage the operations of the business

Education

Bachelor of Science - Fashion Merchandising and Product Development

Missouri State University
Springfield, MO
12.2019

Skills

  • Accessories and Footwear
  • Product Strategy
  • Adobe Applications
  • Tech Packs
  • Product Specifications
  • Product Lifecycle Management
  • Analytical Ability
  • Retail Management
  • Material Sourcing
  • Visual Merchandising
  • Trend Forecasting
  • Interpersonal Skills

Timeline

Associate Footwear Designer

Caleres
01.2022 - Current

Service and Selling Manager

Anthropologie
10.2020 - 01.2022

Bachelor of Science - Fashion Merchandising and Product Development

Missouri State University
Rachel Marsh