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This includes updates to advertising, pricing, assortment needs and digital strategies.\n\nExecute Operational Needs of the Category\nDeliver accurate execution of the tasks associated with new line delivery (style setup/creation, PO writing, etc.)\n\nReview and analyze department reporting. Based on analysis, provide action plan to management for buy-in. Once approved, execute the plan accordingly\n\nOwn the execution of the advertising strategy from Promo Planning activities to ad proof accuracy\n\nDevelop Effective Partnerships\nBuild strategic relationships with vendors and cross functional partners and Directors to discuss the business overall, recent trends, etc. Leverage vendor relationships to gain knowledge and data as it pertains to product category.\n\nParticipate in market trips to stores to assess and monitor performance and customer satisfaction. Seek to gain insights from field leadership and employees.\n\nEnsure accurate and timely communication with the Visual team on upcoming Gameplans to gain alignment with category strategy. This includes offering product placement recommendations and communicating adjustments\n\nDevelop Self and Others\nTrain and mentor new hires by sharing experience, knowledge and best practices.\n\nEstablish best practices across the larger team to drive productivity and efficiencies. Participate in and act as a representative for the Buying office on cross-functional projects and focus groups as needed. Ensure the intricacies of product category are integrated in system, process and reporting enhancements\n\nAct as mentor or coach to Assistant Buyers or Merch Admins within team. 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