Retail professional with a consumer-centric mindset. Extensive experience spanning multiple product categories in mass, mid-tier, and luxury markets. Strong business acumen for increasing profits through strategic forecasting and analysis of business trends. Ability to create strategic partnership initiatives through product merchandising and marketing that generate increased revenue. Expert in identifying new consumer groups, predicting trends and market direction, and building profitable product assortments accordingly. Understands the importance of building mutually beneficial relationships at all levels.Accomplished Analytical and Creative Skills:• Buying• Management• Product Development• Negotiation• Visual Merchandising• Vendor Relations• Strategic Seasonal Planning, Promotional Planning, Marketing