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Westchester, IL, US

Notre Dame, IN

Westchester, Illinois, United States

• Developed company’s initial NIL assortment across men’s, women’s, children’s and gifts categories
• Procured all necessary equipment to launch in-store jersey customization at 32 locations across the chain. Implemented processes and training to operate equipment
• Coordinated all hot market assortments across categories for all postseason championships schools participated in
• Managed monthly markdown process per company guidance

Westchester, IL

• Developed seasonal assortments by volume rank across basics, sideline brands and special collections vendors
• Performed in-depth analysis and management of company’s largest department each season, including direct contact and negotiation with vendors and follow-through on execution with planners
• Managed markdown process per company guidance
• Analyzed sales using reporting tools (JDA MMS, Retail Ideas & Silvon) as needed for season assortment reviews, vendor meetings… Show more
• Analyzed sales using reporting tools (JDA MMS, Retail Ideas & Silvon) as needed for season assortment reviews, vendor meetings, internal/external presentations, test programs, and additional reporting as necessary to.

Westchester, IL

• Financial Planning – Develop monthly sales plans by store, by department using corporate goals and strategies for the company’s flagship segment. Establish monthly markdown & receipt plans to support the sales plan..
• Assortment Planning – Preview the corporate-approved vendor, style and graphic options by Sourcing, and provide feedback for any additional needs. Complete the assortment plan… Show more
• Assortment Planning – Preview the corporate-approved vendor, style and graphic options by Sourcing, and provide feedback for any additional needs. Complete the assortment plan by store, identifying the appropriate.
• Financial/Assortment Analysis/Reporting - Manage inventory levels for company’s flagship segment using the OTB process. Forecast financial goals by store, by department. Execute purchase order.
• Print/Web Catalog Process – Review prior year print catalog sales to identify key items and category trends. Calculate the number of styles by category based on store’s financial plan & historical performance..
• Stadium/Concessions Process – Analyze prior year stadium/concessions sales by item & location type, and identify key items & categories. Calculate the number of styles by category based on the financial plan &.

South Bend, Indiana Area

• Lead and managed the opening of three stores in the South Bend/Mishawaka area, including but not limited to, overseeing store remodels, budgeting, purchasing product, hiring staff, and implementing policies and best.
• Integrated existing web site business with brick-and-mortar store business by sharing inventories thus leveraging a stronger buying position for the company with our vendors.
• Established & exceeded sales projections for first year. Revenues exceeded $200k… Show more
• Established & exceeded sales projections for first year. Revenues exceeded $200k and profit margin was near 60%. Show less

Miami/Fort Lauderdale Area

• Effectively lead & managed the store teams to achieve sales growth & profit growth in accordance with Nike brand at retail standards.
• Executed service strategies that reinforced a premium consumer experience and connected with the community through Nike-driven service/charitable events.
• Ensured revenue targets were met by monitoring store key performance incentive goals, managing budgeted metrics, monitoring space utilization, and maximizing productivity.
• Utilized operational… Show more
• Utilized operational and product reports to proactively develop and track business plans and to communicate key product needs. Show less

Gainesville, Florida Area

• Coordinated all aspects of a $750,000 e-commerce business. Duties included buying, budgeting, inventory allocation, catalog production and execution (both online and hard copy), order processing, and customer service.
• Managed the day-to-day operation of two stores. Duties included buying, budgeting, preparing the daily deposit, assisting customers, merchandising and supervising 8-10 employees.
• Coordinated the operation of souvenir stands throughout the football stadium and other… Show more
• Coordinated the operation of souvenir stands throughout the football stadium and other sporting venues. Duties included coordinating inventory, event setup, and inventory reconciliation. Show less

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