Jennifer Oneill

Assistant Merchandiser – Mens Direct to Consumer at Catalyst Brands - Nautica (2023-11 – Present)

• Achieve/exceed financial plan by supporting Senior Merchandiser in all facets of managing a successful department
• Generate and distribute weekly, monthly, and seasonal reports
• Provide analysis and understanding of current business trends
• Provide applicable historical information and market research
• Manage daily merchandising responsibilities, including accurately building, editing and maintaining assortment sheets; reconciling and updating receipts; maintaining sample accuracy
• Prepare all necessary documents and resources for major Product Lifecycle meetings, including Hindsight, Investment Review, etc.
• Conduct research on competitive set, including pricing, style, and key messaging information
• Demonstrate awareness of retail landscape
• Support Lead Merchandiser in building assortment
• Build relationships with cross-functional partners and participate as a solution-oriented team member, contributing to a high performing team
• Partner with Planning to execute promotional strategies to effectively manage sales, gross margin and inventory
• Partner with Sourcing to secure timely flow of delivery
• Partner with Marketing to deliver accurate mailer/PR look-book information

Assistant Merchant - Assistant Buyer - Accessories at Cato Corporation (2020-12 – 2023-11)

• Supported purchasing for non-apparel division
• In charge of selecting products on a seasonal basis
• Maintain effective communication with cross-functional teams to develop new products
• Communicate with the allocation team to ensure stock is in correct location
• Prepare, process and monitor all purchase orders
• Prepare and maintain various sales reports, assortment plans and brand metrics

Sales/Production Assistant at NK Textile (2019-07 – 2020-10)

• Maintain records of impending lab dips, samples and approvals of fabric
• Develop and design color stories for new fabric
• Perform testing of new fabrics including weighing and stretching
• Coordinate shipping orders for major customers
• Organize and manage showroom
• Input sales orders as needed

Sales Associate at Vineyard Vines (2016 – 2018)

• Assisted the management team in driving seasonal sales
• Supported the brand promise and made exceptional customer service a top priority

Bachelor of Science in Fashion & Retail Studies – The Ohio State University (2013-08 – 2018-05)

– Darien High School (2009-08 – 2013-06)