Alisha Hope
About Alisha Hope
Alisha Hope is a Buyer for Housewares and Tech at Rue Gilt Groupe, where she develops growth plans and leads cross-functional teams to enhance sales performance. With a background in market analysis and supplier negotiations, she has held various roles in the retail sector since 2012.
Current Role at Rue Gilt Groupe
Alisha Hope currently serves as a Buyer for Housewares and Tech at Rue Gilt Groupe. In this role, she develops growth plans by vendor and category to enhance sales performance. She leads cross-functional teams to maximize member engagement and sales demand in these sectors. Alisha also maintains relationships with suppliers, resolves issues, and conducts final negotiations to ensure optimal outcomes for the company.
Previous Experience at Rue Gilt Groupe
Alisha Hope has held multiple positions at Rue Gilt Groupe. She began as an Assistant Buyer for European Luxury & Vintage from 2017 to 2018. Following this, she worked as an Associate Buyer for Housewares, Tech, & Fitness from 2019 to 2021. Additionally, she served as an Assistant Buyer for Jewelry & Watches for eight months in 2018-2019. Her experience at Rue Gilt Groupe spans various roles, contributing to her expertise in the retail sector.
Experience at The Park Showroom
Alisha Hope worked at The Park Showroom from 2012 to 2015, where she held two positions. She started as an Intern/Sales Assistant and later advanced to Jr Account Executive/Showroom Coordinator. During her time there, she gained valuable experience in account management and showroom operations, which contributed to her professional development in the industry.
Education and Expertise
Alisha Hope earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Marketing from Hampton University, where she studied from 2004 to 2008. Her educational background provides a foundation for her career in retail and buying, equipping her with essential skills in market analysis and competitive shopping, particularly in the housewares and tech sectors.
Market Analysis and Financial Management
In her current and previous roles, Alisha Hope performs market analysis and competitive shopping to analyze trends and performance in the housewares and tech sectors. She collaborates with planning partners to develop annual and seasonal financial plans and manages financials at a macro level, including overseeing open-to-buy (OTB), inventory turn rates, and margins across all categories.