Asa Harp
Bonita Springs,USA
Summary
Experienced merchandise manager with a proven track record of driving sales and optimizing product assortments. Skilled in strategic planning, inventory management, and supplier negotiation. Strong emphasis on team collaboration and achieving results in dynamic market conditions. Proficient in data analysis, visual merchandising, and customer relationship management. Seeking a challenging full-time role to utilize interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving abilities. Detail-oriented professional with exceptional communication and project management skills. Capable of handling multiple tasks efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for proactive issue identification and resolution. Focus on process optimization and supporting team objectives.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Merchandise Manager
The Quarry Golf Club
06.2023 - Current
- Oversee inventory management, and make necessary adjustments to ensuring accurate stock levels, and maximize sales.
- Analyze sales data to identify trends, gauge product performance, and inform future purchasing decisions.
- Research and evaluate potential suppliers to determine best fits for company needs.
- Coordinate seasonal merchandise planning, aligning product availability with peak demand periods.
- Facilitate resolution of vendor disputes and discrepancies.
- Review and approved purchase orders and invoices for accuracy and completeness.
- Facilitate cross-departmental collaboration to ensure events were supported with communication, marketing and staffing.
- Maintain Uniforms for multiple departments, creating a consistent brand club wide.
- Attend monthly committee meetings and produced minutes.
- Assist in budget development for the golf department.
- Motivate and mentor merchandise team to achieve high performance and job satisfaction.
Administrative Assistant Golf
Quail West Country Club
03.2023 - 05.2023
- Ensured accurate record-keeping with diligent data entry and database management for golf events and merchandise.
- Collaborated on special projects as assigned by leadership, contributing research findings or coordinating event logistics as needed for success.
- Enhanced communication within office, creating content for weekly newsletter summarizing key updates and member achievements.
- Created and maintained detailed administrative processes and procedures to streamline workflow.
Director of Merchandising
Estero Country Club
10.2018 - 03.2023
- Learns customer preferences and behaviors to enhance their buying experience and manage inventory levels.
- Reduced cost of goods from 95% to 88% pursuant to Mill River Budget.
- Stock 1,500 sq ft retail space with Hard Goods; Golf, Tennis, Fitness and Casual Apparel; Accessories and Gifts.
- Grew and Managed Special-Order Program of $100,000+ Annually.
- Over Four Seasons Raised Annual Sales from $192,400 to $405,000.
- Plan and Execute Vendor Trunk Shows.
- Created Fashion Show Luncheon Event: Showcasing Golf Shop Merchandise and Generating $7,000(single day) retail soft goods revenue annually.
- Draft budgets for Men's and Ladies Invitational Golf Events including Golf Gifts, Food and Beverage and Entertainment; Coordinate with all Department Heads and Member Committee to Execute these Signature Events.
- Delegate to Assistant Professional Staff: the Design and Execution of Shop Displays, Managing of 'Count and Fill' programs, Special Order follow up.
- Maintain Uniforms for all departments, creating a consistent brand club wide.
- Knowledge of all Shop Operations including Booking Tee Times, Assisting Members with GHIN, Managing Pace of Play
Golf Merchandiser
Foxfire Community Association
10.2015 - 10.2018
- Annual sales increased by 20% over three seasons.
- Committee liaison for Breast Cancer Charity event: Annual funds raised were $20,000.
- Website team: Content updates for Golf and Capital projects, Assist General Manager in developing weekly member communications.
- Develop and manage annual merchandise open to buy: Control inventory levels, Receiving through POS, Maintain Pro Shop displays.
- Create publication materials for Pro Shop communications including monthly newsletter article, sales and events.
Club Concierge
Fiddlesticks Country Club
05.2014 - 05.2015
- Maintained front desk's concierge book to provide visitors with access to relevant local information.
- Event and Dining Reservations, Meeting/Card Room Bookings.
- Assist in creation of internal media: Event Flyers, Menus, Floor Diagrams.
- Administrative Assistant for Bobby Nichols Charity Event.
- Club App and Website Management: Member access, Updating content, Daily App Postings, Push Notifications, Email blasts and Surveys.
- Trained new concierge staff on company policies and best practices, elevating overall team performance.
- Participated in regular team meetings, contributing ideas and suggestions to enhance overall guest experience.
- Delivered consistent five-star service by anticipating guests' needs and accommodating special requests.
Assistant Food and Beverage Manager
Fiddlesticks Country Club
12.2013 - 05.2014
- Reported to Clubhouse Manager
- Execution of Banquets, Event billing
- Supervision of Front of House staff
Administrative Assistant
Home Dynamics Corporation
06.2013 - 12.2013
Assistant Manager
Waterford Golf Club
07.2010 - 02.2013
- Administration: Accounts Payable, Member dues, Receiving, Payroll, Staffing
- Golf Merchandiser: assist in buying of all Soft Goods, maintain Pro Shop displays, Event & Member Special Orders, monthly Inventory
- Website Administer: Initial design & integration, Daily updates, Email blasts
- Food & Beverage: Purchasing, Menu maintenance, Food preparation
- Social Events & Tournaments: Booking, Client meetings, Execution, Billing
Food and Beverage
Reynolds Plantation
07.2007 - 06.2010
Education
Bachelors of Arts - History Major
Georgia College & State University
Milledgeville, GA01.2008
Skills
- Member support services
- Excellent communication
- Effective time management
- Workflow enhancement
- Skilled in MS Office Tools
- Tee Times: Fore Tees
- Order Entry: RepSpark, Golf Genius Golf Shop
- Point of Sales: JONAS, NorthStar
- Events/Reservations: EventPro360
- GHIN
Timeline
Merchandise Manager
The Quarry Golf Club
06.2023 - Current
Administrative Assistant Golf
Quail West Country Club
03.2023 - 05.2023
Director of Merchandising
Estero Country Club
10.2018 - 03.2023
Golf Merchandiser
Foxfire Community Association
10.2015 - 10.2018
Club Concierge
Fiddlesticks Country Club
05.2014 - 05.2015
Assistant Food and Beverage Manager
Fiddlesticks Country Club
12.2013 - 05.2014
Administrative Assistant
Home Dynamics Corporation
06.2013 - 12.2013
Assistant Manager
Waterford Golf Club
07.2010 - 02.2013
Food and Beverage
Reynolds Plantation
07.2007 - 06.2010
Bachelors of Arts - History Major
Georgia College & State University
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