Ana Bueno
Whittier,CA
Summary
Skilled professional with a proven track record in spearheading operational efficiencies and leading teams. Consistently elevated organizational performance at Target. Expertise in production planning and fostering teamwork, creating a collaborative environment that drives innovative solutions and optimizes workflow. Strategic approach to visual merchandising at Bath and Body Works resulted in impactful promotional campaigns, effectively combining hard skills with soft skills to achieve exceptional results.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Operations TL
Target
Fullerton, CA
10.2019 - Current
- Ensured smooth day-to-day operations by addressing any workflow disruptions promptly and effectively.
- Analyzes current systems and procedures, recommends strategic improvements, and implements solutions to optimize organizational performance
- Brainstorming creative ideas for store displays aligned with brand guidelines and current trends.
- Regularly review ongoing projects, identify potential bottlenecks, and assess current workload distribution among team members to identify areas for optimization.
Visual Supervisor
Bath and Body Works, Limited Brands
Los Angeles, CA
09.2017 - 09.2019
- Implemented successful promotional campaigns that showcased featured products, driving additional revenue for the store.
- Streamlined merchandise turnover process, reducing downtime between seasonal changes and ensuring timely product presentation to customers.
- Conducted regular walk-throughs of the sales floor to monitor consistency of visual standards and make necessary adjustments as needed.
Visual Merchandiser
Saks Fifth Avenue
Beverly Hills, CA
10.2014 - 08.2017
- Worked with store managers to implement new displays, promotions and store layout changes.
- Managed mannequin styling, ensuring alignment with current fashion trends and company branding guidelines.
- Revamped store layout to improve customer flow and overall shopping experience, resulting in better customer satisfaction ratings.
Lead Visual Merchandiser
Bloomingdale's
Santa Monica, CA
07.2010 - 10.2014
- Monitored and replenished display inventory and restructured according to available stock.
- Managed aesthetically pleasing displays to showcase company products and increase sales.
- Enhanced overall store appearance by applying careful consideration to product and display locations.
- Collaborated with store management to execute targeted marketing campaigns and promotional events.
- Coordinated with vendors for special event setups, enhancing the overall effectiveness of promotional activities within the store environment.
Education
Associate Of Arts - Visual Communication
Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising
Los Angeles, CASkills
- Operational efficiency
- Team leadership
- Production planning
- Teamwork and collaboration
Timeline
Operations TL
Target
10.2019 - Current
Visual Supervisor
Bath and Body Works, Limited Brands
09.2017 - 09.2019
Visual Merchandiser
Saks Fifth Avenue
10.2014 - 08.2017
Lead Visual Merchandiser
Bloomingdale's
07.2010 - 10.2014
Associate Of Arts - Visual Communication
Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising