I am a detail focused Merchandise Planner driving sales with product placement and optimizing customer value. I look to lead by example leveraging my personal expertise, knowledge, and problem-solving skills. Passion for my products has led to expanded assortments delivering increases in year over year sales. I ensure company profit by focusing on research and identification of risk and opportunities. Experience on corporate , store and vendor side of retail brings well rounded view of omni channel retailing. I drive business solutions by interacting with team members as equals whose consensus thinking provides greater results. My past experiences as a mentor has resulted in team member promotions and marked success. Core competencies include:► Sales Indicators | Metrics Driven ► Planning | Forecasting ► Inventory Management ► Merchandising Assortment Strategies ► Brand Development ► Product Life Cycle ► Presentation Skills | Public Speaking | Communication► Motivation and Staff Development Willingness to travel to exceed service expectations for today's business environment. (75%)