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Katie Kessler

Glenview

Summary

Dynamic professional with a proven track record at Lord & Taylor, excelling in data analysis and inventory management. Adept at enhancing merchandise assortments and fostering vendor relationships, I effectively communicate insights and strategies. My strong time management skills ensure timely execution of projects, driving significant improvements in sales performance and operational efficiency.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Editing Assistant

Gary Rockis
Glenview
08.2023 - Current
  • Conducted thorough reviews of documents for grammar, punctuation, and formatting errors.
  • Communicated feedback effectively to team members to improve overall quality.
  • Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while meeting tight deadlines.

Assistant Buyer

Lord & Taylor, Flagship
New York
08.2002 - 09.2005
  • Analyzed sales trends to guide merchandise selection for seasonal promotions and events.
  • Collaborated with vendors to negotiate competitive pricing and favorable delivery terms.
  • Maintained accurate inventory records and monitored replenishment needs regularly.
  • Communicated purchasing strategies with store management to meet customer demands effectively.
  • Processed purchase orders with precision, ensuring accuracy prior to approval submission.
  • Developed strong vendor relationships, enhancing service quality and product availability.
  • Assisted in the procurement of merchandise, aligning selections with promotional calendars.

Merchandise Planning Analyst

Lord & Taylor, Flagship
New York
07.2001 - 08.2002
  • Analyzed sales trends to guide inventory planning and decision-making.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to enhance merchandise assortments.
  • Managed purchase orders while tracking inventory levels for efficient replenishment.
  • Coordinated vendor communications to ensure prompt delivery of merchandise shipments.
  • Supported seasonal planning initiatives through detailed data analysis and presentations.
  • Prepared monthly performance reports highlighting sell-through rate, inventory turns, and markdown rate.

Research Analyst

NPD Group
Chicago
06.2000 - 07.2001
  • Analyzed market trends through comprehensive review of industry reports.
  • Developed presentations to effectively communicate research findings.
  • Utilized Excel spreadsheets and databases for data manipulation and analysis.
  • Presented findings to management, addressing questions to clarify insights.
  • Prepared detailed reports summarizing key findings for clients.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Marketing

University of Illinois At Urbana-Champaign
Champaign, IL
05-2000

Skills

  • Document editing
  • Time management
  • Data analysis
  • Presentation development
  • Research analysis
  • Inventory management

Timeline

Editing Assistant

Gary Rockis
08.2023 - Current

Assistant Buyer

Lord & Taylor, Flagship
08.2002 - 09.2005

Merchandise Planning Analyst

Lord & Taylor, Flagship
07.2001 - 08.2002

Research Analyst

NPD Group
06.2000 - 07.2001

Bachelor of Science - Marketing

University of Illinois At Urbana-Champaign

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