Bernice Darbouze
Executive Administrative Manager in support of C-Suite Leaders
- Role
- Administrative Manager at Caleres, Inc.
- Location
- New York, NY, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Bernice Darbouze
I\'ve had the honor and privilege to have worked with some of the most inspirational people and brands as well as the opportunity to expand my skill set across various roles in the fashion industry. Although I have held several roles, I believe strongly in service. I believe my experience supports an executive\'s needs well across a wide spectrum due to my passion for people and excellence.
Experience
Administrative Manager
Jul 2018 — Present · New York, NY, US
As an accomplished Executive Manager in the footwear industry, I provide strategic and operational support to C-suite leaders, ensuring seamless execution of business initiatives. With a deep understanding of the shoe market, supply chain logistics, and brand positioning, I drive efficiency, innovation, and collaboration across departments.Key strengths include- Executive Support & Strategy – Partnering with C-suite executives to streamline decision-making, enhance productivity, and execute high-level business strategies- Operations & Process Optimization – Improving workflows, optimizing inventory management, and ensuring smooth cross-functional communication to enhance profitability- Market & Trend Analysis – Staying ahead of consumer trends, competitor insights, and industry shifts to drive innovation in product development and marketing- Team Leadership & Development – Building and managing high-performing teams, fostering a culture of excellence, and ensuring alignment with corporate objectives- Stakeholder & Vendor Relations – Establishing and maintaining strong relationships with key partners, suppliers, and internal stakeholders to drive business growth.With a passion for footwear and a results-driven approach, I empower executive leadership with the insights, structure, and operational excellence needed to navigate today’s dynamic retail landscape.
Education
Baylor University
Associate of Arts and Sciences (A.A.S.)
1996 — 1998
Art Institute of Fort Lauderdale
Bachelor of Arts (BA)
2001 — 2003
Skills
- Visual Merchandising
- Trend Analysis
- Mac
- Illustrator
- Fashion Design
- Powerpoint
- Apparel
- Tech Packs
- Excel
- Word
- Trend
- Fashion Illustration
- Microsoft Office
- Sketching
- Indesign
- Draping
- Sewing
- Textiles
- Fashion
- Photoshop
- Styling
- Customer Service
- Garment Construction
- Illustration
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