Arthur Mitchell
Newark,NJ
Summary
Dynamic and results-oriented retail professional with over 6 years of progressive leadership experience in sales, team coordination, and store operations. Proven track record of driving revenue growth, optimizing inventory management, and fostering high-performance teams through effective coaching and mentorship. Eager to leverage expertise in a management role to enhance operational efficiency and cultivate a motivated workforce within a vibrant retail environment. Committed to delivering exceptional customer experiences while achieving organizational goals.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Shoe Stylist
STEVE MADDEN
Roosevelt Field Mall
06.2024 - Current
- 4th top selling shoe stylist for STEVE MADDEN throughout the country for the 2nd quarter of 2025 at $117,947
- Deliver high-touch customer service and assist with style selections to exceed sales targets.
- Collaborate with the team to maintain store appearance and restock displays based on trending items.
- Support onboarding and training of new associates on brand and sales protocols.
Lacoste Leading Vendor
Macy's
Roosevelt Field Mall
01.2024 - 04.2025
- Managed Lacoste brand presentation and operations within Macy's, leading a 5-person vendor team.
- Boosted weekly sales through product knowledge, customer engagement, and tailored merchandising.
- Acted as point of contact between Lacoste and Macy's floor management; ensured compliance with brand standards, and sales target.
Manager
House Of Couture Hair
Woodmere, NY
09.2022 - 02.2024
Stylist → Stock Manager
Banana Republic
Elizabeth, NJ, USA
06.2020 - 11.2023
- Promoted from sales to stock manager based on leadership and performance.
- Oversaw back-of-house operations, managed stock levels, and streamlined inventory processes.
- Coordinated sales floor coverage and mentored associates, resulting in improved customer satisfaction scores.
- Supported clients in selecting attire for work, travel, and daily activities.
Sales Associate
Adidas Outlet
Elizabeth, NJ, USA
05.2018 - 02.2020
- Assisted customers with product selection, meeting individual and team sales goals.
- Maintained store cleanliness, managed cash register, and contributed to product replenishment and loss prevention.
- Recognized for consistently exceeding daily sales targets.
Education
Georgian Court University
Lakewood, NJ01.2020
High School Diploma -
East Orange Campus High School
01.2016
Skills
- Visual Merchandising
- Inventory Management
- Conflict Resolution
- Training & Development
- Customer service/experience
- Product knowledge
- Multitasking and organization
- Attention to detail
- Creative thinking
- Store opening and closing
- Relationship building
- Brand promotion
- Product merchandising
- Flexible schedule
- Personal shopping
- Upselling and cross selling
- Time management
- Goal setting
Certification
- CPR Certified
- Retail Management Workshop, Macy's / Lacoste, 2024
- Conflict Resolution & Customer Service, In-Store Training, 2023
Accomplishments & Extra Curriculars
• National High School Honors Society
• EOF Academic Honors Award Recipient
• Volunteer: Unified Sports Program for Disabled Children
• Guard for Georgian Court Men Basketball team, 2016 to 2020
• CACC Men Track & Field Champion 2019
• Jumper/Sprinter for Georgian Court Mens Track team, 2017 to 2020
• Treasurer of Black Student Union 2018 to 2020
• Secretary of SAAC (Student Athletic Advisory Committee) 2018 to 2020
Timeline
Shoe Stylist
STEVE MADDEN
06.2024 - Current
Lacoste Leading Vendor
Macy's
01.2024 - 04.2025
Manager
House Of Couture Hair
09.2022 - 02.2024
Stylist → Stock Manager
Banana Republic
06.2020 - 11.2023
Sales Associate
Adidas Outlet
05.2018 - 02.2020
Georgian Court University
High School Diploma -
East Orange Campus High School