Kelsey Arnold Email & Phone Number

St. Louis, MO, US

Greater St. Louis Area

• Running weekly/monthly selling reports to recap and analyze business results, making recommendations for driving improved performance and identifying opportunities
• Analyzing historical sales combined with trending data to generate supply plans and forecast product flow
• Determining item pricing based on gross margin goals and planned sales
• Monitoring inventory levels to determine the timing of price changes, sales and final markdowns
• Reviewing and recapping competitor sites and product trends
• Partnering with planning and marketing to develop and execute seasonal plans, merchandising and promotional strategies

Fenton, Missouri

• Prepared and ran weekly/monthly sales performance reports for footwear and accessories for all channels to review
• Analyzed weekly reports with Buyer & Merchandiser to review risks and maximize opportunity
• Assisted the buyer in product selection and identification of trends
• Assisted in managing the by-store inventory and open to buy
• Managed and executed purchase orders including vendor set up, creation, revisions, and tracking
• Frequently communicated with stores to ensure RTV’s and transfers were done in a timely manner

St. Louis, MO

• Managed the full sales cycle by prospecting, nurturing leads and developing relationships within B2B channels
• Met with partners, expanded media reach, and built more effective marketing / gifting programs
• Tracked corporate orders and managed wholesale inventory
• Ensured that seasonal objectives were met and in line with the overall sales and desired profit margin
• Supported warehouse operations and acted as a liaison in the completion of corporate orders
• Collaborated with cross functional team members to develop and execute corporate sales initiatives

Chesterfield, MO

• Provided excellent direct and indirect customer service on the selling floor, fitting room, and cash point
• Assisted with morning audit including balancing register and preparing daily deposits
• Effectively worked with team members to ensure selling floor and stockroom were well maintained to company standards
• Assisted with merchandising of store based upon planogram
• Assisted with styling windows and displays to reflect fast changing trends to maximize sales
• Planned and implemented all store campaigns and activities together with the store team

St. Louis, MO

• Entered, managed, and organized new styles into JDA merchandising management system
• Created and updated line sheets including style numbers, pricing, and brand
• Input purchase orders for upcoming seasons
• Updated key dates for design and production calendar
• Tracked and maintained photo samples and SKUs
• Assisted in organizing and producing sales reports for the buying team