Alexis Werner Email & Phone Number

United States

The Category Alignment Space Management Analyst is the liaison between merchant, cross-functional partners and field organization. Responsible for analyzing data to create planograms using our JDA/Blue Yonder software and BDM/Walgreens space management systems, while also possessing the ability to interpret and present the 'why' behind decisions. Responsible for capturing the vision and visual merchandising strategy of our merchant partners. Has the ability to translate that information into our most common planograms and a detailed playbook that is handed off to our planogram development partners enabling them to build out the lion’s share of the planograms that support the business. The visual appeal of the planogram enhances the in-store shopping experience and influences customer purchase behavior.

Performs general administrative tasks, to include, but not limited to: sorting and routing mail, printing and running reports, organizing supply drawers, organizing and creating systems for office files, document preparation (e.g. scanning, organizing, printing, copying), sending out items to be imaged, maintaining and answering questions regarding management schedules, and greeting visitors.Responds to questions from new and existing vendors, stores, customers, and other department personnel regarding error corrections, category items and inventory, meetings, ad requests, resets/revisions and other related questions.Provides department support on various projects and related tasks, to include, creating PowerPoint slides, formatting and creating Excel files, responding to legal contract review requests, tracking ad type/items over multiple ad dates, conducting comparison shops, tracking hot inventory, setting planograms, reviewing printed and set planograms for accuracy.Assumes responsibilities for other Merchandising Assistants within the department when unavailable.Creates, enters and updates purchasing related information (e.g. seals, call-ins, P.O.’s, DLs, ASTDs, re-class requests, etc.) using various systems (e.g. Decision Web, ADR7, Walnet, AIS On-line, etc.).Reviews and researches information contained in purchasing related reports (e.g. overlapping deals, scan verification, discontinued DC inventory, divisional ad bulletins, 1506 claims, cost changes, aged and unapproved deals, GP Summary, customer complaints, SDD item vendor conflict report, etc.) To verify information, find errors, and make recommendations on inventory and money disbursement.Maintains processes on items, deals, reset/revision, spreadsheets, vendor information, requests, filing, artwork, ad planning, and new items.Trains new Merchandising Assistants on job functions, as needed.

Chicago, Il

-Sold in-store and online items to customers while creatively selecting custom combinations of merchandise for the individuals.-Developed deep understanding for retail purchase process and how to effectively communicate with customers daily.-Learned the in-store, visual marketing techniques and utilized those during customer sales.

Deerfield, Il

-Working as an intern in the corporate advertising department gave me an opportunity to learn how this leading global drug store chain builds its brand, maintains its reputation while consistently building loyalty amongst the consumer market.

Lake Forest, Il

-Worked diligently to answer any customer questions and help them find the perfect gift.-Other responsibilities involved sales and stockroom maintenance.

Winnetka, Il

-As part of the Ciao Bella start-up, I influenced the overall store design and layout by analyzing how different merchandise and the organization of the space impacted overall foot traffic and sales.-Assisted with buying clothing, specialty items and managing the stock room while also supporting sales personnel.-These practical experiences allowed me to better understand the successful operation of specialized clothing store while sharpening decision making skills and demonstrating quality orientation.

Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.), Advertising

Activities and Societies: -Delta Gamma Fraternity (Sorority)

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