I am a dedicated leader with success in: Achieving company goals; Driving results through finding and implementing process improvements to ensure successful projects; Building cohesive teams by providing collaborative and positive leadership; Using cross-functional partnerships to work efficiently and effectively. I believe in customer service inside and outside the organization and meeting customer needs while delivering corporate core objectives and providing value. Key Competencies:-Leadership and Development -Strategic Planning and Implementation-Process Optimization-Financial Forecasting-Data Modeling and Analysis-Purchasing and Product Management-Building Relationships-Sales and Inventory Productivity-Strong Computer and Systems Proficiencies-Negotiation and Communication-Mentoring and Training Key Achievements:-Ascending through the ranks of retail buying and planning. Starting from Assistant Buyer and elevating to Director of Planning and Allocation with increasing levels of financial and team management responsibilities.-Successfully turning around a difficult business to achieve positive sales results (+5%) while reducing inventory (-12%) by analyzing store needs, right sizing inventory to reach increased turnover and profit.-Developing tools used corporately to improve process flow, increase efficiency, produce sales and ensure profitability.-Creating and maintaining corporate training programs in retail math and planning systems. Lead training classes to increase understanding and implementation throughout the organization. Areas of experience:-Merchandise Financial Planning-Analysis (Power Query, Power BI, Tableau)-Process Flow and SOP Implementation -Buying/Purchasing-Retail Store Management -Off-Price, Department and Specialty Stores-Omni Commerce-Private Label and National Brands