Responsible for Jared.com Fashion assortment to include six departments (diamond fashion, color, gold, personalized, mens, and solitaires).

Responsible for chain assortment to achieve sales, margin, and inventory turn goals through a focused assortment, while driving total company strategy. Developed strategic vision for category by integrating competitive analyses, market research, and fashion trends to maximize sales. Designed product tests to drive a fashion forward online presence within chain assortment. Presented key strategies, business reviews, test assortments, and comprehensive projects to leadership and cross functional teams. Developed strong relationships with vendors to negotiate purchasing agreements and provide collaborative direction to support product development. Partnered with planning team to co-manage open to buy through assortment management and negotiation of product cost savings to maximize sales, improve margin, and optimize inventory.

Sport Merchandising Intern for Victoria's SecretResponsibilities include:- Conducting store visits to gain customer insights- Researching white space opportunities- Supporting the team in preparation for key weekly business meetings- Supporting team in compiling qualitative feedback for specific projects- Supporting team in executing business and strategic planning- Conducting competitive analysis projects- Maintaining and updating key systems that allow collaboration with cross-functional partners

• Responsible for leading a team while planning and forecasting sales for the day/week• Visual merchandiser for the product and displays throughout the store• Responsible for driving sales by solidifying client relationships through follow up letters and personal messages• Managed and ensured associates consistently to demonstrate client service standards• Assisted in resolving customer service decisions in accordance to company policy• Partner with store management to execute action plans that ensure effective operational activities