Molly Preisel: Sunday Spotlight

We asked our former Publicity Chair, @mollypreisel about her experience in CRA, and how its helped her start her career, for today’s #SundaySpotlight! 

Q: Where will you be working and what is your position? 
A: I just finished my second week training as an Allocation Analyst for TJX. Analysts work closely with buyers to make sure we have a good variety of styles and brands on the floor. I will be analyzing sales data from past weeks and choosing which items we have in inventory. I’m also able to solve issues in the fulfillment centers to make sure the correct goods are moving along in order to get on the sales floor in a timely manner.

Q: How has CRA helped you to prepare for this role? 
A: CRA helped me prepare for this role by giving me exposure to many different retail companies and available positions throughout the industry. Through both general member meetings as well as the NRF Retail Show there were many opportunities to network with other people in the industry and learn about what career opportunities would be best suited for me.

Q: Do you have any advice to those who are looking for a job in retail?
A: I would say go to career fairs and networking events, anywhere you can get exposure to new opportunities or people in the industry. Do your research before you meet companies, there could be companies out there you have never heard of that are everything you are looking for in a job. Lastly, pursue something you are passionate about that you can be excited about going to work everyday!