Patrick Mays
Merchandising Strategy | Business & Vendor Development | Retail Operations | Brand Management | Data Analysis & Insights | Product Development | Strategic Planning | Leadership
- Role
- Director - Global Softlines Licensing & Collaborations at The Walt Disney Company
- Location
- Los Angeles, CA, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Patrick Mays
I am a retail and consumer products executive with a proven track record in merchandising and buying roles within major global brands. My career has spanned diverse sectors of the industry, including brick-and-mortar, e-commerce, and wholesale channels of distribution.My strong foundation in merchandising strategy, product development, and strategic planning have allowed me to develop and execute innovative strategies that drive sales growth and enhance customer experiences. Using data analytics and insights and leading cross-functional teams have been integral in my career growth, enabling consistency in driving results. Highlights & Achievements- Product Assortment Optimization: Successfully repositioned product assortments, launched industry-leading new items, and led investment strategies resulting in sales and profitability growth- Brand Management: Managed and enhanced the image of global brands by executing cohesive product stories, licensing partnerships, marketing, e-commerce and visual presentation strategies- Team Development: Mentored and developed high-performing merchandising teams, fostering a culture of continuous learning and career growth.
Experience
Director - Global Softlines Licensing & Collaborations
Oct 2024 — Present · Glendale, CA, US
Lead global licensing and collaborations for apparel and accessories.
Education
University of Michigan - Stephen M. Ross School of Business
Executive MBA
LIM College
Bachelor of Business Administration - BBA, Fashion Management
Skills
- Team Leadership
- Management
- Microsoft Excel
- Fashion
- Merchandising
- Fashion Retail
- Time Management
- Visual Merchandising
- Photoshop
- E-Commerce
- Market Trends, Consumer Trends, Product Launches, Merchandising, Retail Management, Team Leadership, Training, Leadership, Collections, Fashion, Fashion Management, Inventory Management, Growth Initiatives, Marketing, Global Studies, Global Workplaces, Mi
- Microsoft Office
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