SHANNON SANFORD 1080 39

th St • Bettendorf, IA 52722

slsanford_02@yahoo.com

585.451.9011

EDUCATION Bachelor of Professional Studies in Management

Fashion Merchandising Specialization

Cazenovia College, Cazenovia, New York, May 2011

State University of New York at Oneonta, Oneonta, New York, 2007 - 2008

Fashion Merchandising Major

WORK EXPERIENCE Buyer of Traditional Shoes, Von Maur, April 2014-Current

Responsible for all aspects of buying, allocating, planning, and budgeting within the department

Analyze and react to business based on sales, vendor structure, and merchandise assortment for all store

locations (including a focus on E-commerce)

Negotiate cost, margin, and IMU to improve internal profit

Maintain stock levels within company guidelines both at a department and store level

Attend market and trade shows to select merchandise assortment as well as seek out new vendors

Department Manager, Von Maur, August 2013-April 2014

Managed merchandise flow and displays on the floor to increase sales

Assisted in new hire training as well as continued training for seasoned associates

Completed and executed associate reviews within each department

Exceeded personal and department sales goals in both Men’s Concepts and Boys/Infant departments

Training Manager, Plato’s Closet, New York, August 2011- June 2013

Trained keyholders, assistant managers, and certified buyers

Created training documents and forums for company use

Acted as Manager on site

Assisted in buying and selling procedures, merchandising, and loss prevention

Director, Lima Summer Recreation, Lima, New York, Summers 2002 - 2011

Promoted multiple times to positions with increased responsibilities

Interviewed/hired camp staff as well as trained staff on interpersonal skills using behavioral based situations

Tracked and utilized financial budget

Coordinated multiple field trips

FASHION EXPERIENCE

Boutique Intern, Isabella’s, Cazenovia, New York, Spring 2011

Performed daily operations in store

Contributed to visual changes and merchandising within the store

Attended trade shows and assisted in the buying process

Wainwright Family Tribute Internship, Spring 2010

Researched effective techniques for design

Created a fashionable and practical robe for cancer patients

Promotions Team, Cazenovia College Annual Fashion Show, Cazenovia, New York, Spring 2009

Responsible for advertising for fashion show including press releases, posters, mail invitations, programs and

tickets

Assisted with runway construction and decorated venue