Marcia Scott Email and Phone Number

Responsible for creating diferentiated seasonal assortments across multiple product categories with emphasis on specialty high end consumer.Developed strong partnerships with specialty vendors improving top line sales & profit margins.Launched in house product development product - initiated original concept, design approval and sales/margin targets.Created unique collections in collaboration with 3rd party licensors (Disney, Harajuku, and others) and key vendor partnersInstrumental in analyzing business strengths, developing strategic plans that deliver highest return, and putting into place best practices.Responsible for all product selection as well as vision for layout & pagination for 13 catalogs per yearDevelop & Support integrated catalog production calendar Collaborate and lead strategic change within organization. People development - from new hire to succession planning

- Amy Sachs eyewear (wholesale): Created line plan and analyzed sales for top luxury retail account.- Meesh & Mia: Designed, Launched and sold to market buyers wholesale women's collegiate apparel collection - 2 seasons.- Advised business owner with launching specialized lingerie product to market.- Member of production team of non-profit children's theater

Partner with Product development to create compelling seasonal product assortments based on analysis of sales and inventory results as well as store/customer feedback and fashion trends.Developed strong items resulting in additional sales volume and evergreen core products.Instrumental in improving collaboration between design, inventory and merchandisingImproved service in stores through coaching store teams on 5 point service standards and product knowledge Collaborate with on line merchant to create synergy within the buy. Responsible for financial performance of product - working closely with inventory team to deliver on strategic goals. Lead initiative to reviewing major product category for opportunities to improve quality and vendor relationships.

Infant & Kids apparel departmentsDrove vision for all merchandise categories for Nordstrom full line stores. 7 direct reports with extended team of 68 including buyers, store merchants & assistant buyers.Developed & Mentored careers Provided direction and strategic goals for proprietary brands. Oversee operational budget. Idea generation & execution of marketing campaigns: Catalog & in store point of saleCollaborated with store planning on updating department fixtures and product presentationAmbassador for division to Regional Store GM'sPart of executive leadership team

Accessories, Jewelry, Handbags, Lingerie, Cosmetics, Bath & Body, Home & Gifts & Kids apparel & toys.