New York, New York, United States
-Omni-channel retail leader with proven success in merchandising, planning, vendor relations and talent development. -Consistently deliver digital and brick and mortar results through strong financial acumen, agility and entrepreneurial mindset. -A nimble and strategic leader, I operate best in fast paced environments, collaborating cross-functionally to solve complex issues spanning customers, strategy, and operations. -Recognized for success in fostering collaborative and transparent team culture. -Expertise across multiple categories including apparel, shoes, handbags, cosmetics, outerwear and seasonal accessories.
• Create and execute e-commerce and brick & mortar merchandise strategy for men’s apparel, footwear and accessories with a focus on contemporary and designer categories. • Proven ability to deliver retail sales and profit growth through strong financial acumen and entrepreneurial mindset. Ownership of P&L, leading monthly and seasonal forecast process to exploit emerging trends and mitigate risk. • Lead team of buyers and junior merchants, coaching members to achieve financial results. Recognized for success in team building and fostering collaborative and transparent culture. • Drive cross-functional collaboration with customer-centric mindset. Partner with operations, digital, marketing and store teams to ensure optimal experience across all customer touchpoints. • Foster strong vendor relationships with across fashion industry focused on long-term mutually beneficial strategies and solutions.
• Led omni-channel merchandise and financial strategy for men’s and children's divisions. Category ownership included men's private label apparel, branded outerwear and children's apparel and shoes.
• Led omni-channel merchandise and financial strategy for intimate apparel and children's divisions.