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Rachel Terry

Master's graduate seeking an analyst/consultant/merchandiser role in Paris. Rigorous and observant self-starter.
About

Master's graduate with a degree in business management obtained in Paris, France. Undergraduate mathematics degree with highest honors and international experience with leading luxury companies. Rigorous and observant self-starter.

Previous Brands
A.P.C.
Balmain
CHANEL
Louis Vuitton
Work Experience
Temporary Merchandising Specialist - All Accessories
Nov ‘22 - Mar ‘23
CHANEL

• Analyzed sales results weekly for all accessories categories, conducted competitor price analysis, created market tool kits for U.S. boutiques, constructed 12 sell-through reports for upcoming seasons, and completed ad hoc requests.

Procurement Analyst – Women's & Men's RTW
Nov ‘21 - Jun ‘22
Balmain

• Independently managed the procurement budget and decreased expenditures by 25% . • Analyzed collection costs quarterly and reported results to the studio directors to support business development. • Automated a pricing document to deliver daily reports to the development and production managers. • Managed a portfolio of 50+ international vendors and effectively negotiated price and schedule contracts. • Selected as the team representative for interdepartmental meetings and ensured the correct flow of information.

Sales Merchandising Intern – Women's & Men's RTW
Jun ‘21 - Oct ‘21
A.P.C.

• Conducted weekly sales analyses of the European and U.S. retail networks. • Created reports defining the global retail assortment and the product launch cycles. • Prepared four 200+ page product training materials in French and English for the sales teams.

Procurement Intern - Men's RTW
Nov ‘20 - Apr ‘21
Balmain

Client Sales Advisor
May ‘19 - Aug ‘19
Louis Vuitton

• Exceeded sales targets and cross-selling goals at the Champs-Élysées flagship store.

Languages
English
French
Education & Training
Institut Français de la Mode
‘18 - ‘21
MSc International Fashion & Luxury Management with Distinction
International Fashion & Luxury Management with Distinction
Bryn Mawr College
‘14 - ‘18
Bachelor of Arts in Mathematics with Honors (Summa Cum Laude, top 10)
Mathematics, French minor
San Diego, CA, USA