Taylor Shelton
Birmingham,AL
Summary
Tenacious and personable professional with extensive experience in inventory management and merchandising strategies. Skilled in analyzing sales trends and collaborating with teams to achieve project goals and enhance operational processes.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Assortment Planner
Hibbett
Birmingham, AL
11.2022 - Current
- Developed strategic inventory plans to optimize product availability and meet customer demand.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to enhance supply chain processes and reduce lead times.
- Analyzed sales trends and market data to inform merchandising strategies and promotional activities.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align goals and ensure project success.
- Successfully managed multiple high-priority projects simultaneously while maintaining strict deadlines.
Assistant Buyer/Allocation Analyst
Hibbett
Birmingham, AL
05.2021 - 11.2022
- Managed purchase orders, ensuring accuracy and timely processing within systems.
- Collaborated with marketing teams to develop targeted advertising campaigns, highlighting key product features and driving sales growth.
- Maintained accurate purchase order records, ensuring timely delivery of goods and smooth communication with vendors.
- Maintained complete documentation and records of all purchasing activities.
- Assisted in preparing purchase orders and monitoring order statuses to ensure on-time delivery.
- Facilitated communication between suppliers and logistics teams, ensuring timely delivery of products.
- Prepared and analyzed reports to track inventory and purchasing trends.
Selling Business Manager
Dillard's
Auburn, AL
10.2019 - 04.2021
- Streamlined inventory management processes to enhance stock accuracy and availability.
- Collaborated with marketing team to develop promotional strategies for seasonal sales events.
- Trained new staff on customer service protocols and operational procedures, improving team efficiency.
- Analyzed sales data to identify trends, informing product placement and merchandising decisions.
- Coordinated daily operations, ensuring compliance with company policies and enhancing customer satisfaction.
- Communicated with customers and vendors positively with particular attention to problem resolution.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Apparel Merchandising
Auburn University
Auburn, AL08-2019
Skills
- Collaborative
- Forecasting
- Strategic
- Analytical
- Tenacious
- Personable
Timeline
Assortment Planner
Hibbett
11.2022 - Current
Assistant Buyer/Allocation Analyst
Hibbett
05.2021 - 11.2022
Selling Business Manager
Dillard's
10.2019 - 04.2021
Bachelor of Science - Apparel Merchandising
Auburn University