Lauren Ackert

About Lauren Ackert

Success today requires the agility and drive to constantly rethink, reinvigorate, react, and reinvent.” -Bill GatesAs a fashion industry professional with 15+ years of experience as a buyer, I rarely quote technology gurus, but the concept described by Bill Gates depicts the drivers to my success in this ever-changing industry. My agility and flexibility has led me to rethink strategies, reinvigorate product categories, react to the shifting fashion landscape, and reinvent myself as a leader.Throughout my career, I have excelled in progressively responsible roles, propelling various product categories to success in fast-paced and change-oriented organizations. My strategic planning abilities, technical acumen, and industry expertise set the foundation for me to succeed as a team leader who collaborates effectively with all stakeholders.A FEW SUCCESSES & KEY BACKGROUND NOTES DRIVING SALES AND REVENUE: I have developed strategies that generate $34M in annual revenue and have implemented plans that surged individual product categories’ financial performance by up to 77%. MANAGING CHANGE: From implementing advanced technologies, to conceptualizing new policies, to integrating staff following an acquisition, I lead change management initiatives that maximize productivity and support team cohesion. LEADING TEAMS: I develop, mentor, and coach a full-time staff as well as quarterly interns by outlining clear development goals and providing regular coaching to support their growth and retention. In addition, I spearhead department-wide training initiatives to support new technology implementation. I welcome connections with fashion, lifestyle, and retail professionals who share my appreciation for agility, innovation, and growth in this exciting industry. Feel free to contact me via LinkedIn or my personal email address, l•••••••@gmail.com.

Experience

1. Omni Senior Buyer, Accessories

   Tommy Hilfiger

   Aug 2019 — Present · New York, NY, US

Education

• Marist University

  Bachelor of Arts Degree, Fashion Merchandising

  1997 — 2001

Skills

• Buying
• Product Development
• Merchandising
• Visual Merchandising
• Trends
• Handbags
• Apparel
• Inventory Management
• Styling
• Trend Analysis
• Footwear
• Assortment
• Retail
• Accessories
• Real Estate
• Trend
• Sales
• Marketing
• Textiles
• Fashion
• Sourcing
• Trend Research