White House Black MarketAssociate Merchant - Outlets (Sportswear & Dresses)
Jul. 2013 - Nov. 2014Fort Myers, Florida Area* Manage 4 product categories, which generate 48% of total MFO sales fiscal 2013 YTD * Serve as “Merchant” of multiple departments by reporting directly to DMM, while establishing and implementing effective product/promotional strategies in order to achieve or exceed sales goals and profit margins.
* Identify emerging and declining trends for Outlet business through market analysis, competitive shopping, and historical sales to recognize strengths, weaknesses, and new opportunities.
* Demonstrate clear understanding of financial measurements and ability to develop business strategies to positively impact those metrics. * Present high-level hindsight's, future strategies, and seasonal assortments to Executive team, and brand president.
* Function in product development, design, and merchandising roles. Communicate directly to vendor and CFT the product/aesthetic direction by style.
* Update and maintain accuracy of line sheets, tech packs, print posting requests, and OTB sheets
.* Assist in the growth and development of an assistant merchant