Karynsa Teel

• Manage OTB while assorting and maintaining quarterly buys for a $65M annual, omni channel specific shoe business • Collaborate with, and influence, a 10+ person Cross Functional Team (CFT) to achieve style directives at costs that exceed financial targets per SKU • Partner closely with Inventory Mgmt. team for any product shifts needed in season • Prepare and analyze weekly sales reports; propose and implement strategies to ensure plan is achieved • Execute weekly pricing updates for all channels, updates to digital marketing, inventory shifts, etc. • Consistent market research to understand the competitive landscape and identify trends

• Conduct research on trends, price points and promotions to craft competitive analysis • Oversee purchase orders; Order writing, changing orders, and cancellations • Track incoming shipments for delivery updates and identify any problems or late styles • Communicate all updates and changes to all cross-functional partners • Assist in sample approval process, organization, and management

• Completed daily site audit to verify soft accessories merchandise is accurately sequenced and displayed onsite to maximize and meet demand • Reported Top 10 KPIs to management weekly, for the soft accessories team

• Used visual merchandising knowledge to showcase current trends and create optimal floor layouts • Followed current planograms to reset floor pads as they become available • Prioritized customer needs to create brand loyalty and grow sales

• Promoted to Assistant Manager of Women’s contemporary fashion boutique within three months of employment • Opened and closed the store; counted registers and took deposits to the bank • Assisted with checking in incoming inventory, ensuring accuracy of PO’s