ADAM PLUSKOWSKI
Sugar Grove,IL
Summary
A detail-oriented, results driven, and proactive professional with extensive experience in sales, merchandising, marketing, project management, training, staff leadership, administrative duties, as well as problem-solving and decision-making in a fast-paced environment. Utilizes strong interpersonal communication skills to effectively collaborate with co-workers, from store associates to corporate leaders. A highly organized and adaptable leader who leverages well-developed multitasking skills to oversee various projects, achieving deadlines within specified timeframe and contributing to company and team success.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Store Manager
Sierra Trading Post
Batavia, IL
08.2023 - Current
- Assisted in continuous development of effective store associates to achieve desired sales and results.
- Analyzed sales figures to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.
- Developed and executed engagement strategies to ensure timely completion of projects.
- Assisted in recruiting efforts by interviewing candidates for open positions in the store.
- Collaborated with senior management on long-term strategic planning initiatives.
ASSOCIATE MERCHANDISE LEADER
AMERICAN EAGLE
AURORA, IL
01.2018 - 08.2023
- Oversees all visual directives, scheduling and executing seamlessly within allotted timeframe for top volume-driving location with record-breaking annual sales
- Generates and analyzes merchandise reports and makes necessary brand-appropriate merchandising moves to maximize presentation and drive sales
- Trains, develops, and coaches team members, providing appropriate level of performance feedback to increase confidence and capability
- Develops succession plans to ensure career paths for all associates, encouraging them to pursue internal opportunities
- Supports district with ownership of merchandising team leader conference calls and onboarding of new leadership, maintaining strong relationships with corporate and business leaders
- Travels within market to train and develop other team leaders as well as support district team leader
STORE TEAM LEADER
AMERICAN EAGLE
LOMBARD, IL
01.2016 - 01.2018
- Motivated and inspired team by delivering compelling vision and purpose
- Built and supported effective relationships with associates, peers, and supervisor to effect positive change
- Established and communicated clear expectations and held store team accountable for achieving all brand, performance, and behavior standards
- Recruited, hired, developed, and retained high-performing management and associate team
Education
ASSOCIATE OF ARTS -
WAUBONSEE COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Skills
- Project Management
- Team Development
- Partnership Building
- Report Generation
- Culture development
- Outstanding communication skills
- Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint; Workforce Management; CRM POS software
Timeline
Assistant Store Manager
Sierra Trading Post
08.2023 - Current
ASSOCIATE MERCHANDISE LEADER
AMERICAN EAGLE
01.2018 - 08.2023
STORE TEAM LEADER
AMERICAN EAGLE
01.2016 - 01.2018
ASSOCIATE OF ARTS -
WAUBONSEE COMMUNITY COLLEGE