With over 19 years of international expertise in Buying and merchandising, I am a seasoned professional who excels in driving high-performance teams and delivering robust results. My skill set encompasses strategic OTB Planning, meticulous Budgeting, innovative Assortment Planning, and efficient Project Management. My career has been distinguished by consistent recognition as a top performer, and I have been honored with awards for my significant contributions. My professional pursuits are deeply rooted in Buying and Merchandising, with a keen interest in Assortment Planning, Demand Planning, and Financial Planning. I am eager to leverage my skills and experience in a challenging new role within a dynamic business environment. I have a history of surpassing Sales and Profit Plans for seven consecutive years, achieving growth between 4% to 12%. My strategic approach has successfully reduced forward covers by 12 weeks and markdowns to 21%, enhancing inventory efficiency and profitability. I have implemented a comprehensive WSSI framework, which has strengthened control over sales, stock, and margins. My leadership has propelled Like-For-Like (LFL) Growth across various brands, with notable achievements at Pan Home, REDTAG, Williams Sonoma, and Pottery Barn & Kids, culminating in the "Best Profitable Brand" accolade in 2014. At Pan Home Brand, I increased profits by 42% by ensuring 95% stock availability of Never Out of Stock (NOOS) lines, demonstrating effective collaboration with Visual Merchandising and Supply Chain Teams. I have empowered teams to refine buying strategies for key categories and establish a Strategic Pricing Architecture, securing a sustained competitive edge. My proficiency extends to Demand Planning, Financial Planning, Assortment Planning, Project Management, and Team Leadership. Utilizing advanced data analytics tools and platforms, including Tableau, Excel, IBM Cubes, MFP, RMS, LN, BRIO, and JEE, I have consistently generated actionable insights that drive business success. My versatility is further evidenced by successful brand and store launches for an array of esteemed retail names. As a professional who is consistently rated as a top-tier performer, I am recognized by executives and peers for outstanding achievements and potential. I am now looking to bring this track record of success to a vibrant company where I can contribute to its growth and success.
Listed skills include Merchandising, Retail, Forecasting, Inventory Management, and 17 others.
