*Leader for various merchandise categories: swim, outerwear, apparel, shoes & accessories. Created long term strategic growth plans while reacting to sales trends and consumer demand.*Negotiated vendor contracts and terms to maximize profitability.*Identified white space opportunities and developed growth agenda.*Built strong relationships with internal cross-functional teams and vendors.*Delivered cohesive brand experience across channels, created clarity in store and expanded breadth of assortment online.

*Managed the financial planning process, sales and inventory forecasting, and open-to-buy to ensure profitability metrics were achieved.*Maintained weekly replenishment: forecasted sales, reviewed service levels by store grade, and provided vendors with rolling 6-month forecasts.