Project Manager Management

Leslie Slipakoff

Strategic Project Leader Cross-Functional Execution Digital Transformation

Driving High-Impact Projects with Structure, Agility, and Purpose Flower Mound, TX 214-***-**** ******.*********@*****.*** https://www.linkedin.com/in/leslie-slipakoff-8677a4a3/ Executive Summary

Strategic and results-driven Project Manager with 18+ years of experience leading digital transformation and omnichannel merchandising initiatives in fast-paced retail and eCommerce environments. Expert at delivering end-to-end programs from intake to execution using Agile, Scrum, and Waterfall methodologies enhancing operational performance, customer engagement, and stakeholder alignment. Proven success implementing scalable processes, fostering collaboration, and driving high-impact digital initiatives that exceed KPIs and business goals. Seeking a Project Management role within a growth-focused organization where innovation and execution converge.

Core Competencies

Full Project Lifecycle, Agile / Scrum / Waterfall Methodologies, Stakeholder Communication & Alignment, Digital Transformation & eCommerce Optimization, Cross-Functional Team Leadership Change & Risk Management, Roadmap Development & Prioritization, Budget Oversight & Timeline Management, User Experience (UX) & Digital Merchandising, Sprint Planning / UAT / Retrospectives KPI & Performance Dashboard Reporting, Vendor & External Partner Coordination Professional Experience

Bergdorf Goodman – New York, NY / Dallas, TX

Senior Manager, Digital Project Management (eCommerce PM Digital Program Manager) Dec 2021 – May 2025

● Led cross-functional teams across UX, product, engineering, and merchandising to deliver high-visibility digital projects that exceeded revenue projections by 20%.

● Drove project execution for website enhancements, omnichannel integrations, and digital merchandising strategies, delivering consistently within scope, budget, and time.

● Introduced governance practices and real-time dashboards that improved transparency and strategic alignment at the executive level.

● Revamped visual merchandising and site taxonomy, improving product discoverability and driving a 15% increase in digital engagement.

● Streamlined sprint processes and milestone tracking to accelerate speed-to-market by 12%.

● Fostered a culture of continuous improvement through agile retrospectives, risk mitigation, and proactive communication.

Bergdorf Goodman – New York, NY / Dallas, TX

Manager, Digital Program Execution

Nov 2012 – Dec 2021

● Directed the redesign of product landing pages, resulting in a 5% boost in conversion rates and a significant reduction in site bounce rates.

● Project-managed a major designer collaboration campaign that increased digital brand impressions and social engagement by 12%.

● Established best practices for content deployment, accelerating throughput and aligning creative and technical timelines.

● Acted as the main liaison for digital marketing, creative, and product teams to execute campaign rollouts with brand precision and timeliness.

Neiman Marcus – Dallas, TX

Project Coordinator, Business Operations & Vendor Relations Sep 2009 – Nov 2012

● Directed the redesign of product landing pages, resulting in a 5% boost in conversion rates and a significant reduction in site bounce rates.

● Project-managed a major designer collaboration campaign that increased digital brand impressions and social engagement by 12%.

● Established best practices for content deployment, accelerating throughput and aligning creative and technical timelines.

● Acted as the main liaison for digital marketing, creative, and product teams to execute campaign rollouts with brand precision and timeliness.

Key Achievements

● Launched 25+ digital merchandising projects contributing to over $547M in sales.

● Increased team delivery efficiency by 15% through implementation of scalable project frameworks.

● Reduced delivery risks and improved stakeholder alignment via agile retrospectives and issue tracking.

● Championed customer-first UX enhancements that increased conversion rates and satisfaction metrics. Education

Missouri State University – B.S., Fashion Merchandising & Management 2002 – 2004 Missouri Western State University – General Studies 2000 – 2002

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