Margaret (Maggie) Wix

Willing to Relocate at Own Expense Cell: 423-790-2474 Email: maggie-747@hotmail.com Objective: To obtain a position with a progressive company that utilizes my experience, education and expertise in the areas of buying, retail management, marketing and/or merchandising. Candidate Profile: I am a motivated, creative and passionate individual with 20 years of experience in both international and domestic buying, retail management, marketing and merchandising. My strengths include recognition and implementation of sound retail principles, assortment planning, marketing awareness and strategic planning that have resulted in improved profit margins, increased annual revenues, while maintaining industry standard annual turn ratios. My buying and management experience ranges from boutique and specialty to department store environments which allows me the skills to anticipate, plan for and establish future market trends. I enjoy taking ownership of my roles which allows me to work with passion to achieve the best results. I have demonstrated the ability and have the experience required to aggressively drive sales.
Experience: 2011-Present 2008-2010 Transition/Re-establishment in US NRMA INSURANCE * Office Manager * Customer Service and Sales Goulburn, New South Wales, Australia

Managed a team that exceeded the budget of 15% increase in sales Recognized as one of top 5 Best Performers in the Company Managed all aspects of the office including large amounts of cash Trained and developed associates to meet company standards Product development to meet client needs Addressing regional markets 2003-2008 Allens Department Stores a Division of Harris Scarfe Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Adelaide, South Australia* COMPANY VOLUME $50 M Buyer * Portfolio: Junior, contemporary sportswear, swimwear, active wear, formal wear, mature fashion, coats, & suiting * Intimate Apparel and Sleepwear, Hosiery. Top performer in apparel each year-10 % increase in sales year 1 and 6% consistently thereafter for ladies wear. Maintained a 48% GP. 20% increase in sales for Lingerie Department Achieved 5 stock turns/year Negotiated Discount on invoice, shipping, advertised stock discount, marketing contribution, markdown dollars, new store opening discount, Payment 60 days from invoice. Ship and postdate invoice.

Planned for and prepared 15 catalogs, T.V. and print advertising Presentation of new ranges and trends to stores each season Analysis of supplier performance*category*sku Budget planning, adhering to a merchandise plan achieving all KPIs Merchandising plans, promotion direction and clear communication to stores both written and verbal Product positioning, entry price points, good-better-best, opening season planning. 2003 Australian Way Pty Ltd * District Manager for Sydney Airport* Domestic and International Stores Sydney, Australia Portfolio: Apparel, Novelty/gift, Bags, Rugby World Cup* COMPANY VOLUME = $40 M All stores achieved budgets after 3 months in the position. Addressed shrinkage*merchandising*customer service*staffing *scheduling Applied fundamental retail principles and training to achieve budget in all stores Hired and trained store managers and sales associates and reviewed and counseled non performing staff Provided leadership, motivation and vision to staff to work as a team Managed all aspects of stock including ordering, stock room, sales and communication with head office Fulfilled role of human resources for all stores Interacted with Airport Management as a link for CEO Communicated with stores written and verbal Wombat Womens Fashion *Chain* Merchandise Planner/Allocator * COMPANY VOLUME $80 M Unit 8, VuKo Place, Warriewood, New South Wales, Australia Cleared 1million in aged stock maintaining a 49% GP Managed stock from order to sell through in stores Turned stock 5 times a year after balancing stock levels company wide as well as individual stores Opened 4 new stores with planogram*stock allocation*store setup Improved the profit margin and turn by consolidating stock in a timely manner and improving allocation Negotiated discounts up to 50% with import suppliers for all late or not meeting specs merchandise Maintained a balanced OTB and GP% Targets Ordered Basic Stock Lines for replenishment Managed warehouse allocations and stock on hand Handled all communication with stores regarding stock and delivery Bob Roger Clothing Company * Chain *Buyer*Fashion Director Portfolio: Contemporary dresses, sportswear, jeans, swimsuits, accessories *COMPANY VOLUME 15 M *137 Main St. Yass, New South Wales, Australia Increased sales by10% in my department and mentored other buyers Handled all PR and consulted on advertising Improved revenue with category reviews, market analysis, branding,, marketing We increased company sales by a total of 12% and maintained a 48% GP Planned and supervised OTB for all departments Negotiation with suppliers on behalf of the company Clear and concise communication with stores both written and verbal

1999-2003

1992-1999

1982-1992

IMAGO BOUTIQUE*Proprietor*Upmarket Womens & Mens Apparel & Accessories* COMPANY VOLUME $2.2 M *Portfolio: Casual sportswear for men and women, formal wear, suiting, accessories. Ward Centre and Kahala Mall, Honolulu, Hawaii I planned, designed, negotiated, purchased for and opened both stores. I built a successful, profitable, and well respected business. I performed all tasks at all levels of the business Payroll, budgets, bookkeeping, buying, planning, analysis, merchandising, meeting client needs, implementing above standard guidelines and practices for company.

EDUCATION: Graduate of Falls Fashion College

Summer study at Institute of Fashion Paris Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite of Products REFERENCES: Available upon request.