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Merchandise Manager
Swap.com
Bolingbrook, IL
Sep 2016 - Jul 2017 (10 months)
-Composed specification packets and mood boards for visual training and creative concepts to ensure consistent brand image
-Collaborated with the Director of Merchandising, marketing and graphic design team on effective campaigns and promotional development to continue to drive online traffic
-Styled and constructed table layouts and visual images for upcoming PR opportunities, social media, and weekly blog posts
-Conducted market trend and competitor analysis to develop content for weekly blogs and email campaigns
-Developed close partnerships with consignors to ensure customer satisfaction in every aspect of the selling process
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Visual Manager
Forever 21
Milwaukee, WI
Nov 2012 - Aug 2016 (3 years 9 months)
-Oversee daily merchandising, visual updates, window installations, processes of shipment handling, replenishment systems, and weekly reporting which contributed to an increase of target sales by +112% since 2013
-Generated detailed action plan for executing quarterly floorsets including floor mapping, fixture planning and overall store presentation resulting in brand awareness and overall higher performance of sales
-Provided training in visual standards by creative leadership district wide while maintaining an open and positive work environment
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Merchandiser
MODify Boutique
Milwaukee, WI
Jul 2011 - Aug 2012 (1 year 1 month)
-Responsible for maintaining overall store appeal and appearance
-Established positive relationships with returning customers
-Executed daily visual merchandising presentations
-Created eye-catching weekly window mannequin displays
-Increased store traffic through visual merchandising efforts
-Actively researched market trends and assisted with handling of inventory planning and purchasing