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Samantha DiSalvo

Mississauga,ON

Summary

Experienced working in the fashion retail industry with specialty in styling and merchandising. In depth knowledge of inventory management and analytics, retail operations, digital marketing, trend-forecasting, and concepts including buying, planning, and allocation.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

E-Commerce Wardrobe Stylist

Thiftys Family Of Brands
07.2023 - Current
  • Curated outfits that aligns with the Bluenotes/Aeropostale brand image for e-commerce, social, and campaign photography.
  • Collaborated with photographers and directors by scheduling photoshoots, steaming and prepping outfits, and assisting with the overall quality of the images on set.
  • Partnered with modeling agencies and makeup artists for bookings and talent scouting.
  • Worked closely with Buyers to source samples, prepare trend and competitor analysis reports, and discuss up-coming trends to align on styling of product.
  • Analyzed open-order reports to track inventory flow, ensuring product is shot by the time it arrives to the warehouse.
  • Placed warehouse orders for any outstanding samples, ensuring to transfer all samples back once photoshoots are completed.
  • Managed the brand's Pinterest account by regularly creating boards and uploading content.

Merchandise Coordinator

TJX Canada
10.2022 - 06.2023
  • Executed the movement of merchandise from the backroom to the sales floor, coordinating merchandise presentation plans and promotional materials.
  • Collaborated with store managers to analyze sales, identify key priorities, and overall assist with the operations of the store.
  • Trained and provided regular direction to associates pertaining to merchandising standards.

Sales Associate

TJX Canada
06.2021 - 10.2022
  • Enhanced the customer shopping experience through exceptional service, addressing concerns promptly, and providing a clean store environment.
  • Processed daily shipments, ensuring all merchandise in received and ready for the sales floor.
  • Re-stocked inventory on sales floor while adhering to merchandise presentation standards.



Inventory Management & Analytics Co-Op

The Boutique At Seneca College
09.2020 - 12.2020
  • Analyzed inventory movement by implementing effective tracking systems and regularly recording data into various reports.
  • Streamlined order fulfillment, ensuring timely delivery of products to customers through close collaboration with sales teams and transportation partners such as UPS.
  • Improved team collaboration through regular progress meetings and transparent sharing of information.

Education

Advanced Diploma - Fashion Business Management

Seneca College of Applied Arts Technology
Toronto, ON
04.2022

Skills

  • Attention to detail
  • Decision-making
  • Shipping and receiving
  • Customer service
  • Styling and merchandising
  • Analytical and strategic thinking
  • Time-efficient
  • Problem-solving
  • Oral and written communication
  • Vendor relations
  • Fashion design
  • Team collaboration

Software

Microsoft Office

Adobe Creative Suite

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

E-Commerce Wardrobe Stylist

Thiftys Family Of Brands
07.2023 - Current

Merchandise Coordinator

TJX Canada
10.2022 - 06.2023

Sales Associate

TJX Canada
06.2021 - 10.2022

Inventory Management & Analytics Co-Op

The Boutique At Seneca College
09.2020 - 12.2020

Advanced Diploma - Fashion Business Management

Seneca College of Applied Arts Technology
Samantha DiSalvo