Shanique Williams
Fort Mill,SC
Summary
Versatile and results-driven professional with experience in project management for nonprofits, wholesale buying, and merchandising. Skilled in streamlining operations, managing cross-functional teams, and leveraging tools like Monday.com to enhance efficiency in mission-driven organizations. Adept at trend forecasting, vendor negotiations, and inventory management, ensuring strategic product selection that drives revenue growth. Passionate about optimizing processes, analyzing market trends, and contributing to both nonprofit initiatives and the retail/wholesale industry. Seeking to apply my diverse expertise in a role that blends operational efficiency with strategic buying and management.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Project Manager
Eskolta School for Research & Design
New York, NY
08.2024 - 03.2025
- Partner with the CEO to design and execute a strategic plan
- Collaborate on creating a memo that summarizes insights from research and partner calls
- Support the CEO in organizing contact lists and consolidating notes from calls with strategic partners and potential affiliates
- Research and expand the list of potential donors
- Reach out to potential prospects, building relationships and starting meaningful conversations to explore collaboration or partnership opportunities
- Create new processes and procedures for the Fund Development team
- Monitor the progress of the project, adjusting timelines or resources as needed, and ensuring milestones are met
- Coordinate with the Fund Development Manager to create invitations, distribute them to invitees, track RSVPs, and coordinate logistics with the operations team
E-commerce Specialist/Sales Support
G-III Apparel Group LTD.
New York, NY
08.2022 - 07.2024
- Provided sales support with tools for market appointments, including photo decks, showroom setups, and customer demographic reports
- Created and updated NU Order line sheets and product information in PLM for each customer
- Reviewed customer purchase orders for accuracy and requested photo samples from factories for U.S
- And overseas eCommerce customers
- Assisted the photo studio in coordinating cross-functional cooperation, including model assignments and styling for individual shoots
- Conducted weekly reviews of eCommerce product information and images to ensure accuracy, and analyzed weekly sales reports to guide sales and design teams
- Prepared monthly shipping reports to inform leadership and customers about potential delays or cancellations
- Optimized product pages for search engine visibility by ensuring high-quality content was both engaging and relevant
Sales Executive
American Attitudes-Say What?
New York, NY
09.2015 - 04.2020
- Identified and targeted potential retail partners, department stores, and boutiques to expand wholesale distribution
- Built strong relationships with buyers, ensuring consistent orders and brand loyalty
- Negotiated pricing, payment terms, and contracts to maximize revenue while meeting client needs
- Represented the company at trade shows, fashion events, and industry conferences
- Analyzed wholesale sales data to identify best-selling items and adjust strategies accordingly
- Organized and presented seasonal product showings to retail buyers
Assistant Buyer
YM LLC USA-Mandee Division
New York, NY
01.2014 - 09.2015
- Created and entered purchase orders, developing a best/worst-seller spreadsheet based on weekly velocity reports
- Negotiated pricing, discount terms, and transportation with vendors across the U.S
- And Canada
- Monitored sales records and trends to forecast consumer buying patterns and manage inventory
- Attended trade shows, fashion shows, and market weeks to identify emerging trends
- Collaborated with designers and other members of the creative team to curate seasonal collections
Education
High School Diploma -
Community School for Social Justice
New York, NY06.2012
Skills
- Project Management
- Team Leadership
- Wholesale Buying
- Merchandising
- Vendor Negotiations
- Contract Management
- Trend Forecasting
- Market Analysis
- Sales Strategy
- CRM Management
- Fundraising
- Donor Acquisition
- Process Optimization
- Workflow Automation
- E-commerce
- Digital Marketing
- Communication
- Collaboration
- Conflict Resolution
- Microsoft Office
- Google Suite
Projects
- Developed a Fundraising Matrix to align a nonprofit's fund development team, increasing efficiency by 30%.
- Built out Monday.com workflows to optimize project tracking and donor management.
Timeline
Special Project Manager
Eskolta School for Research & Design
08.2024 - 03.2025
E-commerce Specialist/Sales Support
G-III Apparel Group LTD.
08.2022 - 07.2024
Sales Executive
American Attitudes-Say What?
09.2015 - 04.2020
Assistant Buyer
YM LLC USA-Mandee Division
01.2014 - 09.2015
High School Diploma -
Community School for Social Justice
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