Adrian Curiel
Corona del Mar,CA
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Seasonal Temp
Christian Dior
Costa Mesa, CA
07.2024 - Current
- Contributed positively to workplace morale by maintaining a professional and positive attitude in all temporary assignments.
- Served as a reliable team player who consistently met or exceeded expectations in all tasks assigned throughout numerous temp jobs.
- Learned semi-skilled and advanced work by shadowing experienced workers.
- Cultivated positive relationships with coworkers, fostering collaboration and teamwork in diverse work environments.
PERSONAL STYLIST
Style AF
Corona del Mar
04.2020 - Current
- Advised clients on how particular styles may suit their body shape or lifestyle needs prior to purchase decisions being made
- Utilized knowledge of current trends and fashion history when creating custom looks for clients
- Assisted in selecting wardrobe items from a variety of designers for photoshoots, runway shows, celebrity appearances, red carpet events
- Scheduled appointments for clients and handled calendaring tasks
- Checked Inventory stock to determine types or conditions of available apparel
- Learned client preferences and dislikes to provide individualized service and increase satisfaction
- Connected and engaged with clients to understand needs
- Generated leads and followed up on customer inquiries
- Listened to and resolved customer complaints regarding services, products, and personnel
- Built multiple customer relationships and cultivated long-term partnerships
- Maintained strong relationships with key customers and stakeholders
- Planned and prepared work schedules, and assigned employees to specific duties
- Provided staff with assistance in performing difficult and complicated duties
- Developed and implemented successful strategies for customer acquisition and retention.
SENIOR SALES SUPERVISOR
Alice + Olivia
Newport Beach
03.2023 - 10.2023
- Managed and coordinated multiple projects while ensuring timely completion
- Trained new employees in product knowledge, customer service protocols, cash handling procedures, and safety regulations
- Resolved customer complaints quickly and effectively while maintaining a high level of professionalism
- Helped oversee the daily operations of the store, managing staff and inventory
- Resolved customer complaints and handled refunds and returns to promote satisfaction.
GENERAL MANAGER
Piajeh
Newport Coast
08.2016 - 04.2020
- Prepared staff work schedules and assigned specific duties
- Built and maintained relationships with vendors and suppliers
- Recruited team members to maintain adequate staffing levels
- Provided coaching and mentoring support for employees at all levels of the organization
- Used customer feedback for improving operations and building brand loyalty
- Monitored store performance and identified opportunities for improvement
- Coordinated staff training sessions to ensure compliance with company policies and procedures
- Managed profit goals against budget and prior year, keeping controllable costs within budget
- Developed strategies to improve operational efficiency, reduce costs and maximize profitability
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks while remaining adaptable and flexible
- Responded quickly to meet customer needs and resolve problems
- Committed to delivering excellent customer service while working in a fast-paced environment
- Focused on learning new skills and staying updated with industry changes.
WHOLESALES DIRECTOR
Onquestyle
Corona del Mar
01.2015 - 04.2016
- Managed daily operations of the store, including scheduling staff, assigning tasks, and overseeing inventory control processes
- Coached and mentored new employees on company policies and procedures
- Assisted with new employee training and conducted performance reviews to track overall progress
- Created and maintained compelling merchandise presentations to engage customers and help stimulate sales activity
- Executed merchandising and floor moves based on seasonal changes, business needs, and trends
- Maximized sales and visual impact through optimal arrangement of tables, fixtures and mannequins
- Updated mannequins and fixtures to keep visuals fresh and current.
ASSISTANT MANAGER
Kitson
Newport Beach
08.2014 - 01.2015
- Managed daily operations of the store, including scheduling staff, assigning tasks, and overseeing inventory control processes
- Coached and mentored new employees on company policies and procedures
- Assisted with new employee training and conducted performance reviews to track overall progress
- Created and maintained compelling merchandise presentations to engage customers and help stimulate sales activity
- Executed merchandising and floor moves based on seasonal changes, business needs, and trends
- Maximized sales and visual impact through optimal arrangement of tables, fixtures and mannequins
- Updated mannequins and fixtures to keep visuals fresh and current.
Sales Associate
ESCADA
Costa Mesa
02.2013 - 06.2014
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
- Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
Education
ASSOCIATE IN ARTS (A.A.) IN BUSINESS -
Orange Coast College
CASkills
- Visual Merchandising
- Showroom Displays
- Personal Shopping
- Consumer Trends
- Client Consultations
- Luxury Apparel
Timeline
Seasonal Temp
Christian Dior
07.2024 - Current
SENIOR SALES SUPERVISOR
Alice + Olivia
03.2023 - 10.2023
PERSONAL STYLIST
Style AF
04.2020 - Current
GENERAL MANAGER
Piajeh
08.2016 - 04.2020
WHOLESALES DIRECTOR
Onquestyle
01.2015 - 04.2016
ASSISTANT MANAGER
Kitson
08.2014 - 01.2015
Sales Associate
ESCADA
02.2013 - 06.2014
ASSOCIATE IN ARTS (A.A.) IN BUSINESS -
Orange Coast College