Melissa Torres Email & Phone Number

Oklahoma City, OK, US

Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, United States

• Buy and replenish product for the martial arts brands of Gameness and Punok, overseeing both U.S. and our international office inventory.
• Orchestrate inventory replenishment logistics for the Europe warehouse, ensuring efficient operations.
• Coordinate logistics and manage international customs documentation for shipping containers, facilitating smooth shipping processes.
• Establishing and nurturing direct relationships with factory vendors, handling the end-to-end process, including submitting purchase orders, coordinating new product details, tracking shipping containers, and.
• Collaborate with Product Managers to identify gaps in brand assortments, actively participating in discussions with key stakeholders and Brand Presidents to develop and introduce new products, enhancing the overall.

Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, United States

• Led the MAIA division, specializing in empowering martial arts school owners to expand their businesses through comprehensive services such as group and personalized coaching, digital assets, video training courses.
• Directed the annual Las Vegas Martial Arts SuperShow in partnership with Century Martial Arts and Black Belt Magazine. Coordinated logistics with hotels, catering, 80+ booth vendors, 40+ speakers, and entertainment..
• Supervised the Sales Representative and Elite Coordinator roles, collaborating with external industry-expert coaches, marketing and creative teams, as well as content teams (including videography and photography) to.
• Presented annual budget proposals for the division to the company leadership team, addressing both MAIA and the Martial Arts SuperShow.
• Supervised the in-house production of the monthly MASuccess magazine, actively contributing by assisting the editor with feature story leads, collaborating with graphic designers on advertising, and writing a regular.

Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, United States

• Led the strategic management of new product launch plans, ensuring seamless communication across internal departments for cohesive execution.
• Coordinated the intricate details and logistics of various product events and tradeshows to enhance brand visibility and engagement for positive attendee experiences.
• Directed the production and distribution of comprehensive print-related marketing collateral for both retail and wholesale customers, encompassing print ads, flyer drops, catalogs, product spotlights, and magazines.
• Supervised the design of website pages dedicated to showcasing product innovations and customer resources.
• Facilitated and strengthened the relationship between Century and key sponsorships, ensuring successful collaboration, contract renewals, and mutual benefits.

Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, United States

• Spearheaded the coordination and flawless execution of events and tradeshows, encompassing budget planning, logistics management, marketing signage, promotions, new product launches, and educational materials.
• Designed and created engaging product presentations and in-store planograms to enhance sales team effectiveness at sporting goods buyer meetings.
• Oversaw all aspects of print-related marketing initiatives, ensuring brand consistency and impactful communication.

Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, United States

• Orchestrated the coordination and scheduling of print ads for statewide publication in newspapers.
• Facilitated print advertising orders for clients by managing invoicing processes and confirming order details.
• Regularly reported on the achievement of monthly sales goals within the statewide advertising program.

Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, United States

• Achieved a 90% occupancy rate for Assisted Living and Memory Care residencies within nine months.
• Managed resident inquiries and facilitated the seamless admission process and contract execution for new residents.
• Developed marketing and promotional materials targeted at referral sources, contributing to increased visibility and positive engagement.