Tatiana Patrick
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Detail-oriented MA / Junior Assistant Buyer with hands-on experience supporting product development, assortment planning, and sales analysis for trend-driven fashion categories. Proven ability to collaborate cross-functionally, manage samples and purchase orders, and translate selling data into actionable insights. Passionate about contemporary fashion, brand storytelling, and driving profitable assortments.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Merchandising Assistant / Junior Assistant Buyer
Windsor
Santa Fe Springs, CA
08.2024 - Current
- Partner with DMMs, Buyers, and cross-functional teams to support product development and seasonal assortment planning across categories.
- Attend vendor appointments and review samples to identify trend-right opportunities aligned with brand direction.
- Analyze weekly selling reports, KPIs, and performance data to support buy decisions and in-season adjustments.
- Issue and manage purchase orders for key categories, ensuring accuracy and timely execution.
- Maintain organized sample tracking for line reviews, presentations, and internal meetings.
- Support quality control processes by coordinating with warehouse and production partners to resolve product issues.
- Participate in weekly business, allocation, and strategy meetings to align on best sellers, new deliveries, and investment styles.
Assistant Store Manager
Windsor
01.2023 - 08.2024
- Drove sales growth through floor leadership, merchandising execution, and elevated customer experience.
- Executed weekly visual directives, mannequin rotations, and floor set updates to highlight new trends and deliveries.
- Coached and developed associates through clear communication, feedback, and performance recognition.
- Maintained operational excellence through organization, planning, and ownership of daily store functions.
General Manager
Planet Fitness
Temple City, CA
08.2018 - 09.2022
- Led hiring, onboarding, scheduling, and training for staff while ensuring compliance with company policies.
- Managed customer service operations, billing inquiries, and member relations to drive retention and satisfaction.
- Partnered with vendors and internal teams to resolve operational issues efficiently.
- Oversaw daily operations, payroll accuracy, and performance reporting.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration - Management & Human Resources
California State Polytechnic University, Pomona
Associate of Business Administration -
Rio Hondo College
Skills
- Assistant Buying Support
- Assortment Planning
- Trend Analysis
- Sales & KPI Reporting
- Purchase Order Management
- Product presentation
- Brand awareness
- Sample & Line Review Management
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Vendor Relations
- Product Development Support
- Visual Merchandising
- Inventory Tracking
- Excel & BI Reporting Tools
Timeline
Merchandising Assistant / Junior Assistant Buyer
Windsor
08.2024 - Current
Assistant Store Manager
Windsor
01.2023 - 08.2024
General Manager
Planet Fitness
08.2018 - 09.2022
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration - Management & Human Resources
California State Polytechnic University, Pomona
Associate of Business Administration -
Rio Hondo College