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South Shields, Tyne And Wear, Gb

South Shields, Tyne And Wear, Gb

South Shields, Tyne And Wear, Gb

South Shields, Tyne And Wear, Gb

-Completely own, manage and enhance the sales of multiple national and international accounts.-Account Base: Nordstrom, Holt Renfrew, 20 independent jewelers on the West Coast -Planned to achieve annual retail sales of $75+ million for 2013 across all accounts-Responsible for creating and executing seasonal financial plans -Build sales and receipt plans by category to meet financial objectives for sales, turn, and productivity-Analyze selling trends and product sell-thru reports to efficiently suggest re-orders geared to enhance weekly sales-Monitor account’s on-hand inventory and use it to write critical and strategic new orders.-Manage the market process- selling in product within each line to accounts -Order writing, review and submission -Work directly with Demand Planning and Production teams to ensure all orders are running according to schedule, allowing accounts to plan for and modify their OTB-Coordinate with Marketing and Advertising Teams to ensure all advertised product is ordered and delivered on time-Partner with Design and Creation teams to meet specific customer needs-Prepare, organize and plan assortments for Trunk Shows on a seasonal basis-Monitor and maintain Replenishment and Core assortments in all accounts-Suggest reorders, adjust Max/Mins according to sales trends-Directly manage 2 Jr. Account Coordinators-Partner with and develop strong relationships with account, buying and planning teams-Weekly sales and open order reviews-Execute comprehensive sales conferences to train sales associates on product knowledge and ensure they uphold a high level of brand standards

June 2009-Manage Ralph Lauren Childrenswear business at a retail door level.-Maximize sales productivity while developing strong business partnerships with store teams.-Analyze sales and stock and weekly business to identify issues and opportunities.-Merchandise product according to company standards and current business trends.-Collaborate with Visual Manager to rig bustforms, organize displays, shop fixtures and store front windows.-Review current selling and financial information and monitor stock levels.-Assist sales team on buying compelling assortments and building key classifications according to the demands of the consumer.-Manage product development, margin, and analysis of the merchandise.-Attend sales and buying meetings to provide input on line assortments and develop product strategy.

-Managed all aspects of Merchandising, Administrative, and Shipping departments.-Maintained accuracy of inventory.-Coordinated placement and presentation of merchandise according to company standards.-Monitored market trends and coordinated store assortment to match consumer demand.-Promoted team development, educated sales staff on new product.-Marketed and planned private selling events for top clients. -Reduced shortage, and reconciled missing assets.-Provided excellent customer service, and assisted customers on sales floor.-Support company initiatives and surpassed annual sales plan