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WENDY FOUGHTY

Frisco,TX

Summary

Experienced Senior Buyer with over 22 years of demonstrated success in the Fashion Business. A results-driven leader known for exceptional negotiation skills, a keen understanding of market trends, and the ability to drive profitability to new heights. Strong track record in merchandise assortment strategies and vendor relationships. Adept at building and mentoring high-performing teams.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience

Work History

Stay at Home Mom

Self Employed
07.2014 - Current
  • Actively volunteered for the National Charity League
  • Held multiple positions with the Lewisville Independent School District
  • Served as Membership Chair and on the Board of Governors for Stonebriar Country Club.

Omni Channel Senior Buyer/Merchandise Director

J. C. Penney Company, Inc
01.2011 - 07.2014
  • Led a team of 15 associates, overseeing a $200 million annual Dress area consisting of four departments for 1100 stores and online
  • Achieved over a 10-year high in profit while managing P&L responsibilities
  • Collaborated with Marketing to optimize Dress exposure, resulting in increased sales by 12% over a two-year period.

Omni Channel Buyer/Merchandiser

J. C. Penney Company, Inc
01.2004 - 01.2011
  • Successfully served as Buyer for Ladies Dresses and Traditional sportswear, providing product assortment leadership and direction for a $100M volume business across Women's Apparel
  • Partnered with private brand and sourcing teams in both Dallas and NYC offices, including travel to Asia for product development and purchases on a speed calendar
  • With J.C
  • Penney Stores and Home Office

Multiple Store and Field Based Positions

JCPenney
05.1992 - 01.2004
  • Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
  • Trained new employees on proper protocols and customer service standards.
  • Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
  • Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Fashion Merchandising and Design

University of Rhode Island
Kingston, RI
1992

Skills

  • Strong decision maker and negotiator
  • Decisive leader and communicator
  • Strong market vision and understanding of customer needs
  • Expert in fashion trends and styling
  • Effective team builder and mentor
  • Developed and executed strategies for merchandise assortments and vendor relationships

Timeline

Stay at Home Mom

Self Employed
07.2014 - Current

Omni Channel Senior Buyer/Merchandise Director

J. C. Penney Company, Inc
01.2011 - 07.2014

Omni Channel Buyer/Merchandiser

J. C. Penney Company, Inc
01.2004 - 01.2011

Multiple Store and Field Based Positions

JCPenney
05.1992 - 01.2004

Bachelor of Science - Fashion Merchandising and Design

University of Rhode Island
WENDY FOUGHTY