Anahita aslani
Austin,TX
Summary
Experienced retail professional with over 4 years of expertise in store management, fashion buying, and district management. Proven track record in driving sales growth, optimizing operations, and enhancing customer satisfaction. Skilled in trend analysis, inventory management, team leadership, and fostering a positive customer experience. Adept at utilizing data-driven insights and implementing innovative solutions to achieve business objectives and exceed targets.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Retail Store Manager
sasha new York-lakeline mall
2023.08 - Current
- Coaching and continually monitoring the execution of the selling procedure to achieve the best quantitative and qualitative business results
- Increased sales by 28% through strategic assortment planning, promotional execution, and effective inventory management
- Improved profitability by 33% through optimal pricing strategies, reducing markdowns, and controlling expenses
- Coached and mentored team members, fostering a culture of high performance and exceeding sales goals
- Analyzed sales data and performance metrics to optimize inventory levels and minimize overstock situations
- Monitored inventory levels to restock customer favorites and trending items, increasing sales revenue by 37%
- Implemented effective sales strategies and coaching programs to enhance customer service, cross-selling, and upselling techniques.
Fashion buyer
cosmos trading inc -waikiki
2021.09 - Current
- Conduct market research and trend analysis to identify emerging fashion trends and consumer preferences
- Managed a budget of $400k for seasonal buying and merchandise planning for the WAIKIKI store outlet
- Selected merchandise and managed orders in the women's clothing department, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies
- Monitored industry trends and competitor activities to stay ahead of the market in our location
- Negotiated with vendors to secure the best pricing, delivery schedules, and quality deliveries
- Cut costs in the women's clothing department by finding lower-cost, equal-quality wholesale, achieving an average 14% discount on clothing.
District manager
cosmos trading inc - outlet round Rock
2021.09 - 2023.08
- Oversee operations of 3 outlet stores across the region, achieving consistent sales growth, profitability, and operational efficiency
- Implemented strategic plans to enhance sales performance, resulting in a 24% increase in annual revenue
- Led and mentored store managers, improving overall team productivity
- Conducted regular store visits to ensure adherence to company policies, visual merchandising standards, and operational procedures
- Developed daily, weekly, and monthly goals for each location, driving average sales from $15 per person to $35 per person
- Monitored inventory levels and implemented effective merchandising strategies to optimize product assortment and turnover
- Coached and continually monitored the execution of the selling procedure to achieve the best quantitative and qualitative business results
- Ensured proper inventory management, sufficient stock to meet customer demand, and reduced overstock by 29%
- Constantly monitored staff behavior and KPI achievement through monthly "one-to-one" meetings.
Store manager
Waikiki-outlet round Rock
2020.08 - 2021.09
- Lead and motivate a team of sales associates to achieve store goals, Scheduled, trained, and coached employees to maximize performance in customer service, revenue generation, and daily tasks such as stocking, receipts tracking, and opening/closing procedures
- Reduced employee turnover by 15% through improved training and scheduling
- Reduced shrinkage by 25% by conducting weekly and monthly counts on selected store inventory
- Increased cross-sales by 25% through sales training and sales contests
- Oversaw merchandising activities, planned and implemented all seasonal floor sets to ensure they met company standards and deadlines.
Education
Strategic Management -
Azad University
05.2014
Master of Business Administration (MBA) -
Udemy Certification
Skills
- Running a successful retail store
- Detail-oriented and goal setting
- Sales and marketing strategy
- Sales and profitability analysis
- Inventory management
- Team leadership and operational improvement
- Visual merchandising
- Knowledge of fashion trends and data analysis
- Merchandising for apparel and boosting sales
Timeline
Retail Store Manager
sasha new York-lakeline mall
2023.08 - Current
Fashion buyer
cosmos trading inc -waikiki
2021.09 - Current
District manager
cosmos trading inc - outlet round Rock
2021.09 - 2023.08
Store manager
Waikiki-outlet round Rock
2020.08 - 2021.09
Strategic Management -
Azad University
Master of Business Administration (MBA) -
Udemy Certification
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