Haelee Catchpole

Experience

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  Orbaker's Drive-in

  Jun 2009 - Jan 2012

  Waitress/ Shift Manager

  ▪ Trained New Employees ▪ provided customer service ▪ Operated cash register ▪ Managed co-workers ▪ Waited on customers ▪ Handled money

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  The Province

  Apr 2012 - Apr 2013

  Leasing and Marketing Consultant

  • Managed leasing contracts • Tracked and quantify results of potential clients• Supported marketing plan with networking events and promotions• Provided customer service to residents• Responsible for event planning of social mixers on site

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  White House Black Market

  Sept 2013 - May 2014

  Sales Associate and Personal Stylist

  • Provided expertise for styling clients, and quality customer service through personal interaction and advice • Utilized weekly meetings to insure corporate direction was exemplified and seen on the sales floor

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  VF Jeanswear

  Feb 2014 - May 2014

  Merchandising Intern- Wrangler Mass Male

  • Maintained production samples and materials for presentations and marketing efforts• Made sure brand standards were met and production samples were within tolerance of expectations from the factories

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  Randa Accessories

  Jun 2014 - Aug 2014

  Forecast Analyst Intern

  • Helped develop store volume analysis for national retailers to ensure that inventory levels are maintained • Gathered data and analyze selling reports in order to make recommendations to help increase sales margin and turn • Assisted in extending forecasts through the upcoming season to quantify an amount of stock that should be ordered based on previous sales • Presented new business opportunity project to senior level executives at the end of the internship program

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  VF Jeanswear

  Sept 2014 - Apr 2015

  Merchandising Intern-Riders by Lee

  • Maintained production samples and prototypes for presentations and marketing efforts• Analyzed brand standards and assisted merchandisers in gathering materials for research, development, and line reviews• Developed hip pocket designs in adobe illustrator based on competitive trends in the market

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  DICK'S Sporting Goods

  Jun 2015 - Feb 2018

  • Assisted in managing the private label brands under the Golf Apparel Division including Lady Hagen and Slazenger Brands.• Aided in process from conception to production by being the primary communicator between merchants, designers, and vendors.• Organized and Managed the product line sheets for each season including: developing style numbers and style descriptions, updating fabric information, determining retail tickets and which vendor to source from, updating FOB and ELC costs.• Completed style set ups in Product lifestyle management system (PLM) for each season, keep track of style production through Work in Process (WIP) report, make sure each style has updated tech pack information and is following production timeline.• Communicated with vendors regarding Proto,PP,TOP, and AD sample status to ensure samples will be delivered on time.• Worked to drive IMU % through cost negotiation with vendors and cost breakdown analysis. • Gathered data from microstrategy and internal selling reports to develop charts and pivot tables in excel to analyze and give recommendations to help increase sales, margin, and turn.• Tracked purchase order shipments and follow up with vendors to ensure purchase orders are scheduled to receipt on time.• Ensured quality goods are being shipped to the store and work with QA team if issues arise.• Drove market awareness by implementing and working to develop impactful in store and ecommerce messages. • Understood trends in the market place and competitively shop to give suggestions to stay on top of industry trend in areas of product design, in-store presentation, floor merchandising and floor fixtures, branding, and store marketing. • Brought new opportunities to the table by purposing new product ideas for my brand categories that currently we do not offer. Show less • Completed a yearlong merchandising training program consisting of seven different rotations including allocations, buying, planning, supply chain, e-commerce, product development and store rotation• Presented Projects to executives and gave recommendations based on findings and analysis in each business category • Participated in multiple training courses and shadowed training managers in each business category• Provided customer service during my store rotation, observed a day at the distribution center, met with vendors and observed the decisions involved when choosing the assortment, assisted in writing product orders, prepared and help set for product line reviews, assisted with allocating product to stores, made sure products maintained consistent in stock levels Show less

  • Assistant Buyer

    Jul 2017 - Feb 2018

  • Assistant Product Manager for Golf Apparel and Accessories

    May 2016 - Jul 2017

  • Merchandising Trainee Program

    Jun 2015 - May 2016
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  Ralph Lauren

  Mar 2018 - Jan 2019

  Account Specialist- Menswear

  •Responsible for managing and maintaining orders for the Macy’s account through operational skills and logistical coordination. •Worked directly with accounts buying teams and sales teams in regards to order management and fulfillment. •Maintained and updated orders based on account requests, production, and merchandising. •Communicated issues impacting delivery including late receipts, product shortages, quality issues, and transportation delays.

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  Kontoor Brands, Inc.

  Jan 2019 - Feb 2022

  •Assisted in constructing and expanding the Talent Development team at the newly spun off company. I executed tasks focusing on creating a High-Performance culture by developing learning resources for the organization. •Demonstrated leadership skills by Implementing Kontoor Brands’ first global mentorship program. Maintained the role of project lead at every step. Including ideation, vendor partnership, pilot program creation, executive approval, and global launch. •Collaborated and developed a strategy with global HR leaders to help execute, launch, and facilitate core curriculum courses at Kontoor Brands that provided all 15K global employees with tools and training that related to the company’s purpose, mission, and values. •Assisted in leading and launching the organization’s High-Performance Accountability Plan to the global employee population. This involved tasks such as instructional design, implementation, coordination of translations and creation using Workday.•Presented learning curriculum to the organization both in-person and virtually. •Provided assistance in managing the Learning Management System (Workday) to ensure proper uploading of training, availability to employees, translation for different employee regions, and accurate recording of employee completion. •Partnered with Talent Acquisition and Organizational Effectiveness teams to determine approach and execution of performance analytics tools to report the ROI of the Talent Development initiatives. •Conducted global needs assessments in partnership with global HR leaders to create objectives aligned with the business growth. •Developed communication and marketing methods to educate employees on development programs and resources. •Maintained vendor partnerships related to Talent Development. •Supported execution and completion of the employee new hire orientation and the summer internship program. Show less

  • Sr. Talent Development Coordinator: Learning & Development at Kontoor Brands, Inc.

    Sept 2021 - Feb 2022

  • Talent Development Coordinator: Learning & Development at Kontoor Brands, Inc.

    Jan 2020 - Oct 2021

  • Merchandising Specialist- Wrangler Men's Traditional Bottoms & Accessories at Kontoor Brands

    Jan 2019 - Jan 2020
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  Marie Oliver

  Jan 2022 - Sept 2022

  Merchandiser

  •Represented the brand by establishing wholesale account relationships and providing exceptional customer service. •Utilized problem analysis and communication skills effectively to ensure customer loyalty and brand equity. •Delivered sales and product knowledge support for top accounts including Neiman Marcus, Rent the Runway, and Zappos. •Developed new wholesale account relationships and grew the brand by generating sales at Trade Shows. •Used sales tool in JOOR to merchandise and translate season collections as a fashion story. •Analyzed sales data to understand top sellers, ROI for each style, and identify top accounts and markets. •Forecasted using historical records and data to help develop sales goals for each month, season, and year. Show less

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  Hanesbrands Inc.

  Oct 2022 - Oct 2023

  Assistant Product Manager

  •Responsible for supporting the planning and execution of Hanes Men’s underwear at Walmart. •Completed tasks through exceptional product management and detail-orientated skills. •Conducted ROI analysis in collaboration with cross-functional partners to meet sales and profit goals for the business. •Assisted in wholesale pricing strategy and cost analysis to meet gross margin targets. •Partnered with the creative service team to ensure completion of the product marketing package in collaboration with the brand. •Completed frequent competitor analysis, reviewed competitor offerings, and generated a summary of the competitive landscape. •Assisted in leading line development through adherence to the seasonal calendar to ensure key milestones were completed. Show less

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  Element Yoga Studio

  Oct 2023 - Oct 2024

  Retail Manager

  •Manage and oversee the daily operations of the retail store. These responsibilities include buying retail products, merchandising retail products, monitoring inventory, tracking sales of all merchandise, and training employees in regards to retail products and retail operations. •Drive innovative sales strategies and customer service initiatives that have resulted in a 25% sales increase.•Foster a culture of continuous improvement by identifying opportunities through comprehensive sales analysis, competitive analysis, and needs assessment. •Provide exceptional customer service that has resulted in loyal returning customers and an incredible experience. •Implement promotional strategies to drive sales and move through slower turning products. •Train and manage a team of 10 of employees to equip them with sales tools and an understanding of daily retail operations that need to be completed. •Maintain relationships with account sales reps and strategically buy products for the store. This includes both seasonal and replenish-able items for Lululemon, Free People, Spiritual Gangster, Capri Blue, Scout, Shankara, and Lotus Wei. Show less

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  Lululemon

  Nov 2024 - now

  Assistant Store Manager

  Manage a team of 26 employees to ensure seamless guest experience and store environment.