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Seattle, Washington, United States

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Redmond, Washington, United States

Spearheaded global, cross-category consumer launch process for cutting-edge, confidential Windows products designed to drive record growth targets within an ambitious timeline across internal and external stakeholders.Pioneered and executed the inaugural affiliate network strategy for OEM direct e-commerce partners on Microsoft.com, propelling revenue generation and fortifying strategic alliances.Championed diversity and inclusion initiatives as leader of the Devices & Creativity Diversity and Inclusion Steering Committee, orchestrating monthly employee forums focused on actionable allyship and personal narratives.

Redmond, Washington, United States

Coached and managed a team of 3 full-time employees and 2 contingent staff, overseeing 3rd party assortments and partner relationships on behalf of Microsoft Stores during several major reorganizations and extreme pandemic sales cycles.Coordinated reporting and analytics for the entire Microsoft Stores business on behalf of leadership for key rhythm of business moments serving c-suite leadership to drive business decisions at a global scale.Drove growth in virtual reality, Windows OEM PCs, and gaming devices over a 2-year period, leveraging strategic partnerships and innovative marketing strategies.Closed business ahead of schedule and budget after a strategic shift from company leadership, demonstrating adaptability and strategic decision-making.Actively drove allyship through the Diversity and Inclusion Steering Committee across Gaming and Devices, fostering an inclusive workplace culture.

Redmond, Washington

Engineered a threefold increase in the Surface Hardware business, surging from $250M to over $750M in revenue through a visionary first-party retail assortment and promotional strategy.Spearheaded the creation of a seamless, multi-channel Surface experience across brick-and-mortar and ecommerce platforms, revolutionizing customer engagement during critical sales moments and product launches.Established a culture of transparency in internal and external business relationships, introducing innovative practices such as vendor report cards and strategic co-marketing investments.Orchestrated meticulous internal business reporting mechanisms for pivotal leadership meetings and weekly business goals, underpinned by a robust contingency planning process and adept stakeholder management.Strategically balanced competing business priorities across consumer and small and medium business partner deals, including high-stakes government and education contracts, ensuring strategic alignment and maximal impact.Nurtured the growth and development of three early-in-career employees, providing mentorship and guidance to cultivate their professional trajectories.

Redmond, Washington

Directed a team of 2 contingent staff to optimize the site experience and drive reporting and analytics for the Surface business on Microsoftstores.com.Achieved outstanding results in the US Surface online store, elevating customer experience and boosting conversion rates through strategic web platform enhancements, notably refining device configurator engines and assortment selectors.Spearheaded innovative business development initiatives, including the creation of private ecommerce stores for partners, fostering cross-functional collaboration through the introduction of retail beats and offers.Pioneered a systematic approach to mitigate promotion abuse and successfully launched the first dedicated Refurbished Surface Store and Dell Accelerate Your Business program.Produced actionable training and resources to streamline team operations and enhance overall efficiency and effectiveness.

Greater Seattle Area

Directed a team of four full-time assistant buyers to pioneer new business categories within the Hardlines division, driving significant expansion and growth.Delivered exceptional results with over 200% sales growth and the addition of 60+ new brands to the zulily portfolio, including major partners such as Wilton Brands, Hasbro, and Crayola.Recognized as Buyer of the Quarter for exceptional performance, leading divisional sales for two consecutive quarters.Developed and curated the site experience strategy for vendor partners, optimizing homepage placement, imagery, and assortment selection to maximize customer engagement and drive sales.

Greater Seattle Area

Managed a $125M business with a diverse supplier base, developing strategic product lines to enhance customer experience and drive additional sales and profit.Acquired new vendor relationships and led the coordination of new device launches across international and domestic markets, ensuring successful product introductions and market penetration.Authored a white paper and spearheaded the launch of the Kindle FreeTime device, now known as Kindle for Kids, resulting in increased sales projections by $9M and profit projections by $4M.Enhanced promotional effectiveness by $2M over six months through strategic planning and execution.

Bentonville, Arkansas, United States

Transformed Youth Electronic Access from a $1M to a $75M business in just one year, demonstrating exceptional strategic vision and execution.Led a cross-functional team responsible for Board Games, App Toys, Youth Electronic Accessories, and Puzzle businesses, driving collaborative efforts to achieve business objectives.Developed long-term growth strategies with a focus on market share expansion and delivering exceptional customer value, resulting in sustained business growth and profitability.Designed and implemented a new promotional process that increased sell-through by 15% for the entire Toy Department, optimizing promotional effectiveness and driving incremental sales.Coordinated marketing, replenishment, and pricing strategies for designated categories, ensuring alignment with overall business goals and objectives.Recognized and awarded for outstanding performance, reflecting dedication and contributions to driving business success.

Bentonville, Arkansas, United States

Achieved exceptional PnL success by coordinating merchandise commitments, line reviews, and replenishment guidance for key holidays in the Seasonal General Merchandise department, demonstrating strong financial acumen and strategic planning skills.Drove successful sell-through on over 21 holiday beats across regions in the US and Canada, showcasing effective planning and execution abilities.Improved sell-through and profitability through close collaboration with buyers, replenishment managers, supply chain, and suppliers, highlighting strong cross-functional teamwork and communication skills.Recognized as the Planning Subject Matter Expert for new Merchandise Planners, providing comprehensive training and guidance to incoming Merchandise Planning Analysts, demonstrating expertise and leadership in the planning function.

Entry-level training program orienting new associates in merchandising. After November, I will be a Planning Analyst in Outdoor Living.

Brand re-evaluation and positioning with a focus on print advertising within the industry. Printed ads beginning in June, 2008.