Megan Oyama: Associate merchandiser in Bremerton, WA

Oversee visual standards for all departments at Tacoma Macy's. I create and execute all visual displays in addition to the company directives, boosting sales within those departments. Styling and updating all mannequins in fashion trends of the season. Also aiding in floor moves, mer- chandising, and fixture placements. Manage and inventory all visual collateral. Using creative problem solving while installing new fixtures and displays that come in the Top 100 Doors pack- ages.

Managed and purchased all gold wire used for the Hawaiian Heirloom products; partnering with multiple vendors and Na Hoku's production team to ensure materials were received, maintaining stock to maximize daily order efficiency. Created and tracked all purchase orders for gold findings and chains. Established good relations with vendors to increase productivity and efficiency. Over- saw inventory and replenishment of gold findings and chains throughout all stores and for in store jewelers. Managed communications with all store managers on any changes in pricing and return- to-vendors. Aided in any new store openings on island.

Trained and organized store merchandising team on company standards for new store opening. Lead merchandiser for Men's Department. I placed all new men’s merchandise and accessories onto the floor, merchandising as I went. Signed men’s department during sales, completed all markdowns, and processed return to vendor shipments. Reduced the amount of “missing” shipments and products within the store by working with AP on filing reports, tracked and accounted for all product within the store. Aided the visual merchandising team on window displays and event set ups.