Marlen Grinwald Email & Phone Number

Toronto, Canada Area

- Lead the successful implementation of Merchandising Strategic Initiatives for assigned stores- Support projects from initiation to post execution with detailed planning, communication documentation and problem-solving proficiencies- Develop action plans and control project risks

Toront

- Conceive and implement new in-store concepts, guidelines and visual merchandising strategies - Developed and managed the successful rollout of FAO Schwarz, Holiday Gifting & L.L. Bean- Led and motivated store teams to prioritize key activities and game changing tactics

-Managed the merchandising strategy and execution of 13 new Hudson’s Bay Netherland stores from conception to execution- Created and managed the travel and visual POP schedule and budget- Acted as the liaison between the visual team in Europe and North America

Brampton, Ontario

Toronto, Canada Area

• Responsible for meeting planned sales, margin and inventory turnover goals for Kids Dress Wear, Sleep and Accessories Categories. Managed an annual sales budget of $22 million.
• Planned and executed the merchandising strategy including product selection and key item development for both private labels and national brand assortments
• Spearheaded two major brand launches for spring 2015 - a private brand sleep program ($4 million retail sales) and a private brand boys dress wear assortment ($7 million retail sales). Managed all aspects of the launch.
• Revamped the girls fashion license business that lead to 63% increase in sales in Girls size 2-6X
• Introduced robes and onesies as key items in 2014 under both private and national brands that accounted for increase in sleep sales by 32%
• Developed a tween accessory assortment that increased sales by 120%