Develop localization strategies that incorporate diversified assortments and drive sales:- Utilize a diminishing-returns model to appropriate allocate fixtures by business group- Diligently follow-up on initiatives and ensure that results are obtainedInfluence teams to adopt strategies that will impact their business:- Pilot new systems and applications and indicate which ones will create efficiencies for my teams- Collaborate with cross-functional partners to build long-range goalsPartner with management to gain insight into high-level strategies- Create new sizing guidelines for Womens Apparel pyramid that is projecting to drive incremental sales- Continually look for opportunities to right-size brand presence by region/store to optimize sales

Owned and drove strategies for Sonoma Bottoms and Dresses:- Developed denim speed initiative with cross-functional partners resulting in a reduced lead time and allowed us to react to business-critical needs- Collaborated with localization partners to build differentiated assortments by category while remaining balanced by tier, climate, and scope- Established an “opt-in” testing strategy for long-bottoms, based on a successful model in our Juniors business that provides improved store execution- Implemented a dress strategy based on test results that drove positive dress comps- Partnered with strategic pricing team to create a seasonal bottoms pricing strategy that saved margin dollars in Q1 which allowed me to re-invest in promotional dollars and ultimately drove positive comp sales in this categoryHelped re-launch a multi-million dollar mega brand, Sonoma Goods for Life: - Influenced decisions and collaborated cross-functionally to ensure a successful launch with new fixturing, an updated graphics package, impactful marketing and evolved product- Anticipated obstacles with our new fixture package and implemented creative solutions upfront to streamline future workflow Developed operational efficiencies:- Collaborated with PD partners to develop an order-placement model to manage speed initiative commits to over-seas vendor partners- Created a seasonal bottoms report to analyze business by tiers, climates, and scopes

Allocated merchandise: - Allocated merchandise to 1155 stores in various markets while managing appropriate inventory levels by category by storeAnalyzed data and summarized for team members to help drive business decisions:- Created reports in Microsoft Word and Excel to analyze results and drive sales- Forecasted business trends interpreting data to plan strategic actionsCommunicated effectively with team members, leadership, and cross-functional partners:- Facilitated recap meetings and lead discussion surrounding future business goals- Communicated directly with stakeholders; stores, vendors, R&D, product development, and upper management*Achieved the “Office of the Quarter” award in Q4 2012

This was my three month training period when I entered the company. During this time I developed my skills as an analyst while taking internal courses such as:Introduction to internal systemsLogistics ProcessesStore OverviewsAllocation systemsRetail MathOpen to Buy Overivews

I graduated from the University of Wisconsin Stout as a double major in Business Administration and Retail Merchandising and Management. In my Business major I concentrated in International Business. In my Retail major, I double concentrated in Buying and Product Management and Fashion Marketing. I was a member of several student organizations including: University Honors Program, Stout Retail Association, and Sigma Sigma Sigma National Sorority. I held several leadership positions in a number of these organizations. In addition to these organizations, I worked two on-campus jobs and maintained a GPA of 3.81.I studied abroad my 4th year at Arnhem Business School in the Netherlands. I took eight business classes including courses such as: European Integration, International Law, and Organizational Behaviour. This enriching experience provided exceptional opportunities and allowed me to learn on a global level.

Assess and respond to the needs of 60 co-ed residents Counsel peers on personal, academic, and career concernsCreate, plan, and implement educational, social, and recreational programs

Educate peers on how to develop their writing skills for successTutor undergraduate and graduate students in paper development and execution

Empower associates through coaching to encourage resultsAnalyze sales and customer service reports in order to recognize and act on opportunities in the storeUse SMART goals for an "Impact Analysis Project" to measure contact and survey numbers in order to drive sales and boost customer service in the store

Creatively constructed visual merchandising throughout the storeCommunicated store promotions and services Developed merchandise tracking for accessories departmentEffectively conducted face to face customer service