Andrew James BeauChamp
Creative Retailer
The Product Developer
The Merchant
Creative Retailer
With over twenty-five years of experience in all aspects of Retail, I have a wealth of knowledge in both nonprofit and profit sectors. I have managed artists, docents, volunteers, managers, and other staff. I have led teams as small as six and as large as 200+. I have been responsible for a single store for the international operation of 50+ stores. I am one of the few retailers who have been a Director of Visitor Experience, Director of Retail, Director of Product Development: " bookkeeper, controller, buyer, retailer, merchandise and store planner, visual merchandiser, and many more.
I also have an extensive background in the visitor experience, revamping educational offerings, tours, events, and group programming, including call centers, digital offerings, and marketing programs.
I have developed hundreds of products in my career: Apparel, Home Decor, Jewelry, Sporting Goods, Stationery, Holiday and Educational Products, and specially handcrafted finds from around the world, many created by local artisans and sustainably sourced.
Mentored by some of the top business minds, I have been able to blend the creative with the analytical analysis of trends, inventory analysis, and the evolving needs of the businesses, focusing on customer needs and desires. I am an expert in blending current trends with the past to create a unique and unique shopping experience that aligns with the organization's mission.
The Merchant
Business Management
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During my retail career, I have managed all aspects of the business, P&L, bookkeeping, Inventory Management, Buying, Product Development, and Assortment Planning.
Visual Merchandising
& Store Planning
Having created a Visual Merchandising department and worked as a Store Planner, paired with my experience as a Product Developer and Buyer, I have a unique insight, not only creating unique and profitable assortment but planning how it will be merchandised and displayed. Click the image above to see some of my past stores.
Analytics
I have developed, written, and analyzed reports from GMROI, to OTBs, COGS, Turns, and so on. I believe any good Merchant regardless of their title or position should be able to create and read all sales reports. Without this skills, a manager is at the mercy of others to spot trends, …….