Allison Knierim

Plan and purchase inventory assortment for all retail locations under the University of Missouri System. Optimize sales and gross margin dollars by analyzing, evaluating, and adjusting pricing and other promotional plans. Collaborate with Store Managers and licensing department to maintain brand integrity with product assortment.

Analyzed daily sales to forecast business trends and buyer behavior. Selected merchandise and ensured timely delivery through consistent communication and follow-up with vendors and applied successful negotiation techniques to achieve more lucrative business opportunities.

Developed business strategies and seasonal assortment plans to maximize the development of sales, profits, and the company’s brand. Identified seasonal trends and areas of opportunity while recommending new products to drive sales and represent the best the brand has to offer to customers.

Helped construct efficient layout for store to increase accessibility and effectively display merchandise. Increased customer traffic by running social media websites.

Contributed to positive experience of customers with communication skills according to supervisor. Learned the latest trends in bridal by working closely with the designers to help sell their dresses.

Increased email capture through networking with clientele. Chosen to photograph products for social marketing strategies. Trained new employees.

Calculated daily profits and developed strategies to increase daily sales. Managed sales team and delegated tasks. Designed and executed visual displays. Recruited customers to loyalty program.