Sr Assistant Buyer 2010 to 2012: Infant/Toddler Boy Apparel and Newborn/Infant/Toddler Swim and OuterwearAssistant Buyer 2008 to 2009: Infant and Toddler Boy ApparelCollaborated and worked closely with multiple levels within the organization to build a $135M toddler business. Developed and executed strategies that supported company initiatives through the development of assortment plans, inventory optimization and marketing messages. Reviewed weekly results and met with the team to identify opportunities, potential liabilities and developed action plans to continue to drive sales and mitigate markdowns. Performed post-seasonal analysis to lay the groundwork for a well thought out assortment for the next season. Worked with Design, Sourcing and national brand suppliers, to build a competitive, brand right assortment, using the sharpest cost, highest quality materials and value driven products. Continued strong partnerships with Planning, Allocation and Marketing teams, and developed new key relationships with Logistics, Sourcing and Design as well as the Store Execution team.* built a significant licensed t-shirt business with multiple vendors; developed the business from a $4.2M program to $7.9M * improved the company's national brand relevance by re-introducing brands such as Carters, Osh Kosh, Nike and Levi and launching new apparel brands for kids such as Southpole and Skechers * partnered with Planning to allow for climatic floor sets and later in season flows, which allowed inventory to be allocated much closer to need by climate/store; increased sales to $12.9M in outerwear and $4.6M in swim* worked with counterparts in the school age area to align floor set dates, promotional cadences and clearance dates for seasonal categories * prepared monthly Set Sell guides, fixture planograms and worked with Store Execution to ensure the vision of the toddler floor was communicated to the stores* provided additional coaching to Trainees/Allocators

Sr Allocator 2002-2007: Playwear, Dresswear, Swimwear and OuterwearAllocator 1995-2001: Girls and Boys ShoesAllocated merchandise assortment based upon the Buyer's intent and financial objectives. Developed product knowledge of all programs through weekly analysis and was the store level expert regarding product needs and opportunities. Monitored key programs, hot spots and advertised items to ensure store presentation standards were met. Performed post seasonal store analysis to capture store level opportunities. Trained newly hired Allocation associates and worked with recent college graduates in the company training program. Built strong relationships with Buyers, Planners, Allocation Managers and Marketing Managers.* developed MAPQ and transitional plans for key programs which allowed for better inventory productivity* established higher standards, set advertising minimums by stores grade and reviewed flow plans to ensure sufficient coverage for each marketing exposure; improved the team's rate to 99.2% vs a goal of 98%* provided a smooth transition for multiple Buying teams by developing, coaching and mentoring "new to position" Allocators* managed Assistant Buyer responsibilities while the team was short-handed

Held responsibility for weekly analysis of store level sales and merchandise distribution based upon results of that analysis. Handled incoming customer service calls and special store requests. Responsible for inventory control within the distribution center. Worked in the warehouse as needed during peak shipping times in order to help ensure that store orders were pulled, packaged and shipped in a timely manner.

Responsible for all aspects of customer service as a part time Sales Associate. After being promoted to a Lead Sales Associate, responsibilities also included training new associates as well as some opening/closing managerial duties. Promoted to Assistant Store Mgr which included the following additional job responsibilities: all store opening/closing duties, scheduling, inventory control as well as floor presentation.