Martine Cliche
Montreal,Québec
Summary
Seasoned Account Management Director with a proven track record at Aldo Group, Inc., enhancing product performance across international markets. Demonstrates exceptional leadership and analytical skills, driving revenue growth and fostering strong partner relationships. Expert in strategic planning and cross-functional project leadership, significantly contributing to business profitability and team development.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Account Management Director, International Markets
Aldo Group, Inc.
Montreal, Quebec
09.2019 - Current
- Responsible for achieving product performance for the Asia Pacific Territory (12 markets) in brick and mortar, digital and indirect wholesale channels
- Build Product, Pricing, Merchandising and Promotional strategies.
- Nurture strong relationships with franchise partners in order to optimize growth and profitability for the business
- Partner and communicate with all cross-divisional counterparts (Brand, Merchandising, Planning, …) to share and adopt best-practice processes
- Responsible for coaching, training and development of Buyers
- Lead and deliver on varied cross functional projects
Buying Director
Hatley
Montreal, Quebec
10.2017 - 09.2019
- Responsible for the delivery of Buying, Planning, Allocation and Go-to-Market strategies for Regular and Outlet stores.
- Manage and rally teams responsible for retail channel (buyers, planners, allocators, visual merchandising, operations and marketing) in order to create alignment and deliver the company’s goals.
- Create Assortment Plan and Buying Processes
Merchandise Manager - Ecommerce
Michael Kors
Montreal, Quebec
03.2017 - 09.2017
- Create Buying Plans for E Commerce channel (monobrand, all commodities)
Responsible for all online merchandising activities (sequencing, promotional activities, deliver markdown plans) - Participate in implementation of omnichannel best practices
Sr. International Buyer, LAM Markets
Aldo Group, Inc.
Montreal, Quebec
01.2013 - 03.2017
- Responsible for meeting seasonal buying budgets.
- Build and maintain long-lasting, strong relationships with franchise partners.
- Lead pre-season planning in collaboration with the Planning team.
- Lead in-season management activities.
- Thoroughly monitor competition.
Assistant Buyer
Reitman`s Canada Ltée
Montreal, Quebec
03.2010 - 12.2013
Inventory Planner
Reitman`s Canada Ltée
Montreal, Quebec
04.2007 - 02.2010
Education
Master of Science - International Business & Marketing
HEC Montreal
Montreal, QC01-2004
BBA - International Business
Bishop`s University
Lennoxville, QC04-1999
Skills
- Leadership skills
- Innovation management
- Revenue growth management
- Salesmanship
- Analytical skills
- Mentoring and training
Affiliations
- Marathon Runner - Run Club Leader
- Globe-Trotter
- Book lover
Timeline
Account Management Director, International Markets
Aldo Group, Inc.
09.2019 - Current
Buying Director
Hatley
10.2017 - 09.2019
Merchandise Manager - Ecommerce
Michael Kors
03.2017 - 09.2017
Sr. International Buyer, LAM Markets
Aldo Group, Inc.
01.2013 - 03.2017
Assistant Buyer
Reitman`s Canada Ltée
03.2010 - 12.2013
Inventory Planner
Reitman`s Canada Ltée
04.2007 - 02.2010
Master of Science - International Business & Marketing
HEC Montreal
BBA - International Business
Bishop`s University
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