Sam Kaplan
Divisional Merchandise Manager @ Foot Locker | Retail Buying, Vendor Relations
- Role
- Divisional Merchandise Manager at Foot Locker
- Location
- Philadelphia, PA, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Sam Kaplan
As a Divisional Merchandise Manager at Foot Locker, I oversee all product for all classes of the business, leading a merchandising team with all buying, planning, allocation, vendor relations, analytical reporting, and routing needs. I have more than three years of experience in this role, and I am passionate about delivering innovative and relevant product assortments that connect with the customers and drive sales and profitability. I have a strong background in product development and design concepts, as well as intuitive fashion trend forecasting. I partner with cross-functional teams to implement a domestic private label program that improves gross margin and engages with hyperlocal communities. I also establish enduring vendor/brand relations that result in collaborative and exclusive product offerings. Additionally, I attend domestic and international tradeshows and fashion weeks to acquire key market insights for future product assortments. I am always looking for new opportunities to learn, grow, and contribute to the success of Foot Locker and the streetwear and lifestyle industry.
Experience
Divisional Merchandise Manager
Mar 2020 — Present · Philadelphia, PA, US
Atmos division • Oversee total product for all classes of the business• Lead merchandising team with all buying, planning, allocation, vendor relations, analytical reporting, and routing needs• Partner with cross-functional teams to implement domestic private label program to improve GM% and connect with hyperlocal communities• Implemented weekly process to ensure product stories are aligned across creative and marketing teams• Establish enduring vendor/brand relations leading to collaborative/exclusive product• Attend domestic and international tradeshows and fashion weeks to acquire key market insights for future product assortments
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