* Responsible for creating and executing merchandise strategies which include assortment, brand, pricing and promotion. * Successful in building strong partnerships with Stores, Merchandising Planning, Product Development, Vendors, Pricing, and Merchandise Presentation.* Drove 30%+ comp YOY in established and mature categories through strategic initiatives of introducing national brands, expanding into additional categories driving 100%+ growth YOY and ensuring core business was trend right with frequent newness. ▪ Successfully trained 4 Buyers in Training who have since been placed in categories.

* Responsible for creating and executing merchandise strategies which include assortment, brand, pricing and promotion. * Developed and implemented category strategies to significantly increase assortment across all Home Decor categories centered around lighting, wall decor and accent furniture resulting in +40-60% growth in key underdeveloped categories.* Responsible for assortment planning, executing, and forecasting of Designer Partnerships (ex: Neiman Marcus for Target) that impacted Home.* Target.com Buyer representative on company wide Destination Decor steering committee. Provided thought leadership, eCommerce knowledge, and implemented first multi-channel Circular messaging in Decor categories.* Partnered with team of 3 business analysts and 2 Merchandise Specialist to implement new processes to streamline and reduce touch points which resulted in 20% reduction of key day-to-day tasks. * Successfully mentored and trained 2 Buyers in Training who went on to get placed in categories.

* Successfully managed a team of five business analysts and three analysts-in-training that were responsible for over $100M of inventory. Actively coached and developed the team resulting in the promotion of four direct reports. *Guided assortment, purchasing, and vendor relationships to meet sales goals and exceed profit goals.*Captained company initiatives to support holiday planning and replenishment technology enhancements.

* Worked closely with technology and software teams as a key business partner through the implementation of new replenishment software. Lead 13 pilot users as their businesses transitioned to the new software and they learned new replenishment theories.

* Accountable for inventory analysis, purchase orders and optimizing inventory levels for $50M in annual receipts. Created and executed inventory flow strategies to maximize sales and minimize markdowns. Partnered with key vendors on holiday sensitive allocations. Created processes to drive efficiency across the team and reduce workload.