Sarah J.

Owned enterprise-level strategic partnerships, driving multi-season revenue growth through joint business planning, forecasting, and scalable go-to-market strategies. Led P&L-impacting decisions across assortment strategy, pricing, inventory health, and in-season optimization to maximize sell-through and profitability. Spearheaded co-branded, SMU, and exclusive product initiatives that unlocked incremental revenue, strengthened partner differentiation, and expanded long-term account value. Served as senior cross-functional lead for key partnerships, aligning product development, design, marketing, and sales operations to deliver on executive-level commitments. Influenced C-suite and senior stakeholders through executive presentations, strategic reviews, and national industry events, accelerating partnership expansion and brand presence.

• Achieved a 222% YOY sales increase in the first year of managing the account through targeted strategies and optimized product positioning. • Expanded monthly broadcast airings by 50%, securing consistent exposure for Arlo products and driving brand visibility. • Increased Arlo's YOY market share by 15% in one month by orchestrating a high-impact broadcast event, selling 23,000 cameras in a single day.

• Managed omni-channel revenue files for cannabinoid beauty brands Lord Jones and Happy Dance, aligning gross shipment plans with retailer goals to drive profitability across Sephora, ULTA, and other key accounts. • Developed actionable sales reports to analyze store sell-through performance and identify promotional opportunities, achieving an 86% sales increase in 2021—surpassing category trends by 50+ points. • Forecasted new product inventory and partnered cross-functionally with marketing, field, and ecommerce teams to optimize SKU-level replenishment and meet sales goals.

Promoted through roles of increasing scope and accountability, advancing from Retail Buyer and Analyst to Strategic Regional Account Planner. • Partnered with retail accounts to develop seasonal assortments and manage $150M in budgets, sustaining 10% sales growth over two years through effective inventory analysis. • Drove product launches across 25 new retail stores by managing inventory orders and coordinating with cross-functional teams. • Delivered data-backed sales strategies to improve account rankings and maximize customer satisfaction.

• Strengthened sales across 23 stores and e-commerce by improving turnover (+1.0) and gross margin (+3%) through targeted product allocation and vendor negotiations. • Collaborated with vendors to execute profitable markdown strategies, increasing aged inventory sales by 2% YOY while improving inventory cash flow.

Promoted through roles of increasing scope and accountability, advancing from Retail Buyer and Analyst to Strategic Regional Account Planner. • Partnered with retail accounts to develop seasonal assortments and manage $150M in budgets, sustaining 10% sales growth over two years through effective inventory analysis. • Drove product launches across 25 new retail stores by managing inventory orders and coordinating with cross-functional teams. • Delivered data-backed sales strategies to improve account rankings and maximize customer satisfaction.

Independent Sales Consultant for Wedding Photography and Videography Top 10% in company for sales close rate 60% average close rate career to date ( 10% above company average)

• Help maximize the profit potential for 2,500 store retail chain by analyzing inventory risks and opportunities, as well as implementing inventory allocation strategies for Marshall’s Footwear, Handbags, and Accessories. • Manage OTS of over 20 Million dollars each week. • Analyzed sales trends and inventory needs across 2.5K stores, identifying opportunities to boost profitability through optimized allocation strategies. • Reduced operational inefficiencies and resolved pricing and quality discrepancies by collaborating with distribution centers nationwide.

Managed all aspects of store operations, executing effective communication and talent management. Recruited, trained, and mentored team of 15+ associates and sales managers.

* Detroit District #1 sales lead in segment accountability for 2009 3rd quarter * Lead sales floor coverage and maintain a selling focus * Influence team selling behaviors to drive store sales results * Coach and motivate associates to provide exceptional customer experience * Interpret merchandise layout to meet Individual store needs

* Manage stockroom and back stock inventory * Provide exceptional customer service for new and current customers