Sarah Macgowan Email & Phone Number

New York, Ny, Us

Men’s Accessories (Belts, Wallets/SLGs, Bags, Gifting, Jewelry, Cold Weather, Private Brand)• Develop SKU plans by vendor, channel, and location to implement specific assortment strategies for future seasons• Strengthen productivity of core styles by reviewing replenishment performance and executing style adds or edits• Allocate orders to react to current sales trends and guarantee assortment aligns with proper store matrices• Monitor breadth and depth by door group to maximize sales opportunities and maintain strong productivity rates• Establish the proper department sales plans by location within Anaplan using seasonal financial targets

Pittsburgh, Pa, Us

Offline by Aerie - Sports Bras• Forecasted demand plans based on recent sales trend to ensure appropriate allocations were sent to stores• Recapped department weekly to share inventory highlights and areas of concern with cross functional teammates• Analyzed size selling to determine proper buy quantities for future orders• Monitored inventory on a size level to guarantee full assortment was available to support APS goals

New York, Us

Fine Jewelry and Watches

New York, Us

Fine Jewelry and Watches• Managed relationships with over 60 fine jewelry and watch vendors throughout North America, Europe, and Asia • Participated in open-to-buy meetings to discuss future purchases and areas of opportunity • Allocated purchase orders based on vendors’ sales performance, current trends, and specific consumer base • Assisted Marketing and Editorial teams with organizing seasonal catalogs and social media content• Ran weekly selling reports using MicroStrategy to present sales to buyers and vendors • Organized end-of-season RTVs between stores, vendors, and distribution center • Partnered with stores and vendors to fulfill clients’ consignment and special-order requests • Coordinated orders and transfers to ensure assortment is prepared for VIP clients and upcoming events • Updated and distributed trunk show calendar to inform stores of sales goals and opportunity to clientele • Assembled monthly newsletter to educate stores on latest trends and new vendors

New York, Us

Fine Jewelry and Watches; Women's Shoes• Created purchase orders and style numbers with the use of the MI9 Merchandising system• Allocated purchase orders to ensure proper sizing selection for vendors is provided• Provided UPC/GTIN codes for each style with the use of MI9 and ecCatalogue for EDI vendors• Completed merchandise recalls and transfers to provide proper product selection for best sellers on Barneys website• Ran reports using MicroStrategy to present sales to buyers and vendors• Communicated with stores and vendors to complete clients’ consignment and special order requests

New York, Ny, Us

• Assisted team in preparing collection for Fall 2017 market, including organizing samples, line sheets, and embroidery information• Compiled current store sales by collection and classification to help merchandising team determine best sellers• Renamed and organized garments using the GCS system to ensure proper information is submitted for production

Reggio Emilia, Re, It

• Worked with buyers and merchandisers to assist in all aspects of the buying process for US and Canadian Concessions • Recommended merchandise transfers for Bloomingdale's and Holt locations to ensure proper product selection• Organized reorders with the use of the B2B and Order Entry system to satisfy consumer needs• Analyzed data of merchandise sales and trend reports with the use of Excel and the Web Retail system for future buys• Created buy books for Spring/Summer 2017 order to present new collection to stores and customers• Worked with Visual Merchandising team to showcase new products at Bloomingdale’s

Columbus, Oh, Us

• Provided outstanding customer service to increase sales, customer loyalty, and assist customers with merchandise• Operated cash wrap and iPad sales system to provide positive shopping experience• Applied loss prevention skills to decrease shrink and reach daily sales goals• Maintained awareness of store promotions, sales, and new product knowledge to keep customers informed

Nyc, Ny, Us

• Aided consultants with bridal appointments and helped with decision making process• Presented excellent customer service during appointments to provide an exceptional customer experience• Managed client contracts to ensure gown order accuracy• Serviced returning brides with purchasing dresses and accessories to meet daily sales goals• Shared knowledge of inventory selection for styling

Master Of Professional Studies, Fashion Marketing

Bachelor Of Business Administration - Bba, Fashion Merchandising

Business Administration And Management, General