Linden Foster

Linden Foster

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Encinitas | United States

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Gum Tree Studios

Startup Business Strategist | 10/2020 - 02/2021

• Detailed market research, differentiation strategy, and marketing plan. • Created a formal business plan for the company – mission/vision statements, product line goals/guidelines, pricing analysis, expansion opportunities, timeline, business licensing and online setup, sourcing, financial breakeven timeline.
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Billabong USA

Associate Buyer - Retail | 03/2017 - 01/2019

Developed and executed financial plans contributing to top line department goals. • Managed $6m business across women’s accessories, youth, hydration and sunscreen. • Produced 32% YOY growth in sunscreen business, 6% YOY growth in accessories business, and maintained flat comp for youth business on decreased door count. • Negotiated discount terms with external vendors, increasing GP. • Worked with planning, allocations, and operations teams to hit sales, turn, and inventory goals. Collaborated on product development and marketing in response to selling trends. • Reviewed monthly selling and brought feedback to design/sales team executives to contribute to line plan development. • Developed cobranded product with external vendors, including Hydro Flask and Sun Bum.
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Billabong USA

Assistant Buyer - Retail | 11/2015 - 03/2017

- Manage youth and sunscreen categories across twenty doors with seasonal and A/O buys, replenishment, promotion plans, transfer strategies, SMU product, and merchandising. - Support six buyers through daily order entry, maintenance, and other various needs. - Master the BOSaNOVA and Qlikview retail and reporting systems. - Regularly run and report sales analysis to Global GM, VP of Sales, Design Director, and others. - Maintain positive relationships with internal teams and external vendors.
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ZJ Boarding House

Assistant Manager, Merchandiser, Women's Buyer, Data Entry Specialist | 11/2013 - 11/2015

- Executed seasonal buys and launched social media marketing for the women’s department. - Responsible for administrative functions including PO entry and maintenance, vendor communications, and management of OTB. - Attended trade shows, scouted potential new brands, and forecasted industry trends. - Trained and managed a small team on POS systems and customer service skills.
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Anthropologie

Senior Customer Sales Associate | 10/2010 - 01/2014

- Assisted the construction and development of visual displays and product merchandising. - Co-managed the sale department and markdown process. - Provided personalized customer service and styling for shoppers.
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Living People for Good / EMBRACEit

Co-Creator / Creative Director | 08/2011 - 08/2012

- Developed product designs through sketches, Photoshop, and Illustrator. - Planed, organized, and directed look book photo shoots. - Provided extensive market research and implementation of marketing strategies.
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SDSU Student Film

Costume Designer | 03/2012 - 05/2012

- Collaborated with the director to develop the psychological background of each character. - Sourced fabrics, found items, and accessories for costumes.
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