Demonstrate consistent expertise in category development by creating and executing action plans and strategies. Manage and provides direction on merchandise order quantities for special events, such as new club orders, catalog, or special features.Classifies inventory and supply chain performance difficulties and provides expedient solutions by finding root causes, compiling reports and holding suppliers accountable.GRS implementation, managing set up procedures including new supplier set up and individual item set up as well as working exceptions. Cross Functional leadership with planning and merchandising, including weekly FAM meetings and strategizing.Complies with company policies and procedures and supports company mission, values, and standards of ethics and integrity.Deliver superior customer service to internal and external customers

Maintaining and driving sales in various areas, including Accessories, Junior's Apparel, Seasonal, Women's Apparel and Cosmetics.Setting and achieving goals for the department.Outsourcing and providing excellent customer service to maintain and grow customer base. Maintaining existing customers through servicing their needs. Increasing sales opportunities through merchandising events, cold calling customers,in store advertising and out of store advertising. Setting sales goals for my team and brand representatives.Maintaining, recruiting and retaining 25-30 associates. Training and developing associates on sales techniques, brands and products.Monitoring and compiling sales figures to develop department and associate goals.Assisting in customer needs and complaints.Reporting to upper management, including but not limited to regional and divisional managers.Managed and assisted in visual merchandising.