I am a seasoned and innovative supply chain management professional with extensive sourcing, procurement, and replenishment experience in the retail fashion sector. Recognized for building effective merchandising strategies and strong merchant/vendor relationships, I have a verifiable history of contributing directly to company growth and expansion throughout my career. Professional focal points include product sourcing strategy, inventory planning and analysis, supply chain and distribution, purchasing management, product line management, replenishment management, open-to-buy management, and cost control/reduction. Delivering superior administration on the latter areas of expertise requires utilization of effective communication and negotiation skills, as well as business acumen, resource management, and relationship management to support efficiency and maximum returns.In my current role as a divisional planning manager with Tilly’s, I oversee the planning and financial aspects of a $475M Men’s and a $25M Boys’ business. I also create customized merchandising plans that align with market trends, seasonal trends, and company financial goals. In addition, I liaise with senior leadership, stakeholders, and cross-functional teams to ensure the company’s supply chain support structure is driving business forward with minimal expenditures.Colleagues describe me as a progressive, driven, down-to-earth, merchandising andsupply chain management expert who can be relied on to offer superior solutions that deliver profitable results on time and under budget.