Shawnte Clay

About Shawnte Clay

Supply chain–focused operations leader with 3+ years of hands-on experience in inventory management, demand forecasting, and process optimization across high-volume retail environments. I\'ve led teams and initiatives at Apple, Bath & Body Works, and Altar’d State—streamlining back-of-house operations, improving stock accuracy, and aligning supply chain flow-through with merchandising and customer needs.Skilled in tools like SAP, Tableau, and Excel, I use data to drive informed decisions that reduce shrink, optimize replenishment, and enhance product availability. I’m passionate about creating efficient systems that connect supply chain strategy with front-line execution, always with a focus on improving performance and customer satisfaction. Backed by a strong creative foundation in design, I bring a unique, detail-oriented perspective to solving complex supply chain challenges.

Experience

1. Assistant Store Manager

   Bath & Body Works

   May 2025 — Present · Raleigh, NC, US

   Drive Operational Efficiency: Oversee daily store operations, including inventory management, cash handling, and bank deposits to ensure accurate, timely flow of goods and financial accountability.Execute Merchandising Strategies: Implement visual floor sets and product placement directives to align with brand standards and support supply chain flow-through to the sales floor.Enhance Stock Management: Partner with store and district leadership to monitor stock levels, coordinate replenishment, and optimize backroom organization for efficient product accessibility.Support Demand Planning & Sales Goals: Collaborate on sales forecasting and staffing plans to ensure adequate product availability and labor allocation aligned with business needs.Lead Team Execution: Train and coach associates on shipment processing, inventory accuracy, and visual standards to maintain seamless in-store execution and customer satisfaction.

Education

• University of the Arts

  BFA, Graphic Design

  2003 — 2007

• Full Sail University

  MFA in Media Design, Communication and Media Studies

  2011 — 2013

• Arizona State University

  Master's degree, Logistics, Materials, and Supply Chain Management

Skills

• Graphic Design
• Web Design
• Creative Direction
• Typography
• Branding
• Illustrator
• Indesign
• Mac
• Logo Design
• Photoshop
• Dreamweaver
• Advertising
• After Effects
• Css
• Cms
• Web Development
• Adobe Creative Suite
• Os X
• Illustration
• Book Design
• Iwork
• Art
• Ilife
• Corporate Identity
• Visual Communication
• Graphics
• Photography
• Branding & Identity
• Flash
• Branding
• Social Media
• Customer Service
• Social Media Marketing
• Marketing
• Leadership
• Brochures
• Concept Development
• Html
• Retail
• Poster Design