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Rachel Strouse
Brand & Operations Strategist @Freelancer/Contract
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I'm a versatile Brand & Operations Strategist with over 10 years of experience spanning retail, HR systems, marketing, and data analysis. My career path has taken me from leading merchandising and allocation teams at Lids to supporting payroll and HRIS migrations for startups and enterprise clients. Most recently, I've worked as a freelance strategist and HR specialist, where I led projects in social media management, SEO, data migrations, and HRIS support—including payroll analysis, garnishments, and system transitions. Prior to that, I spent over six years at Lids, where I progressed into senior leadership, optimizing inventory strategies, driving cross-functional projects, and training teams on new tools and processes. I bring strong analytical skills (Excel, BI, demand planning), creative marketing experience (social media, branding, Canva), and operational expertise in systems like Microsoft Dynamics 365, JDA, and various HRIS platforms. Whether you're looking for a strategic thinker, a process optimizer, or a reliable remote team member who thrives in both creative and data-driven spaces, I'm here to help your team thrive.More...