Amar Sesma

Background

About Amar Sesma

Strategic and data-driven Merchandising & Planning Executive with 11+ years of experience driving revenue growth, optimizing inventory strategies, and leading high-performing teams across global retail and eCommerce brands. Proven expertise in building and implementing best-in-class merchandising strategies across multiple geographies that improve margins, increase sell-through, and enhance customer experience across omnichannel platforms. Adept at leveraging data analytics, demand forecasting, and vendor negotiations to achieve business goals while managing Open-to-Buy (OTB) and P&L for multi-million-dollar portfolios. ‍‍Beyond the boardroom, I bring the same endurance, discipline, and strategic mindset to my personal pursuits—having completed three IRONMAN triathlons and multiple marathons. Whether optimizing inventory strategies or conquering the next endurance challenge, I thrive on pushing limits, embracing data-driven planning, and executing with precision Key Strengths: End-to-End Merchandising Strategy & Category Management Demand Forecasting, Inventory Planning & OTB Management Omnichannel Expansion & eCommerce Strategy Data-Driven Decision-Making & AI in Merchandising Financial Planning, P&L Ownership & Margin Optimization Vendor Negotiation, Sourcing & Supplier Partnerships Retail Process Improvement & Operational Efficiency Team Leadership, Mentorship & Cross-Functional Collaboration Passionate about transforming merchandising strategies through innovative retail solutions, automation, and customer insights. Open to discussing consulting, leadership, and growth opportunities in merchandising, inventory planning, and demand forecasting.