ASHLEY MARTINEZ
Belleville,NJ
Summary
Methodical Visual Merchandiser offering six years of experience creating memorable and effective visual displays for both interior and exterior applications. Skilled in acquiring and applying product knowledge to drive sales and manage overstock. Aiming to fulfill role of increased responsibility to contribute immediate value for various company teams. Also Encouraging manager and analytical problem-solver with talents for team building, leading and motivating, as well as excellent customer relations aptitude and relationship-building skills. Proficient in using independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Dedicated to applying training, monitoring and morale-building abilities to enhance employee engagement and boost performance.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Visual Merchandiser
H&M Hennes & Mauritz
09.2022 - Current
- Implemented inventory control measures to reduce shrinkage rates while maintaining attractive product displays.
- Assisted with special event planning and execution, incorporating creative visual elements to enhance the overall atmosphere and support promotional objectives.
- Created window and in-store displays to promote new product launches
- Organized store layout, fixtures and visual merchandising standards
- Conducted research on trends in retail design, color schemes, lighting, display techniques
- Planned seasonal changes in store layouts, including decorations, props and other visuals
- Placed prices and descriptive signage to enhance displays and promote items
- Monitored and reordered inventory items to fulfill displays and executed design changes to align with available inventory
- Study current trends to elevate fashion looks to attract our target audience
- Always a productive team player
- As a visual it is very important to have an open and peaceful mindset not just for yourself but also your team.
Assistant Store Manager
Olsen Europe
10.2019 - 03.2021
- Assisted the Store Manager in analyzing sales data to identify trends and make informed decisions for improving overall store performance.
- Collaborated with store manager to develop marketing initiatives that drove traffic and increased brand awareness.
- Developing strategies for increasing sales by using visual merchandising techniques
- Delivered consistent sales growth by identifying opportunities for promotions and cross-selling products to customers.
- Assessed inventory levels and restocked items as needed to maintain attractive displays
- Created different color stories in each section of the department.
- Maintained accurate financial records for the store location by reconciling daily transactions accurately.
Sales Assistant
Eileen Fisher.
06.2019 - 09.2019
- Assisted in creating displays to promote products
- Organized stockroom shelves, racks and bins according to store layout and product categories
- Completed daily reports on sales performance metrics such as units sold per hour, day, week, month
- Used computer system to retrieve customer information, part number inventory and status of purchase orders
- Eileen Fisher was a quick summer job that taught sustainability and how to become eco friendly in Fashion.
Point of Sale Associate
Banana Republic
03.2018 - 06.2019
- Organized merchandise displays to attractively showcase products
- Assisted customers in selecting clothing items based on their individual needs and preferences
- Talked to customer about where they're going such as an event or vacation to select the right garments
- Greeted customers, provided excellent customer service, and answered questions
- Restocked shelves with new merchandise as needed
- Assisted in creating effective window displays that promoted store specials and seasonal collections
- Changed mannequins based on current trends.
Customer Service Representative
Marshalls & HomeGoods
09.2016 - 03.2018
- Followed up with customers about resolved issues to maintain high standards of customer service.
- Delivered exceptional customer service to every customer by leveraging extensive knowledge of products and services and creating welcoming, positive experiences.
- Resolved associate, tool and service delivery issues revealed by statistical reports.
- Created and maintained detailed database to develop promotional sales.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
Education
Associate of Arts in Fashion Design -
New York School of Design
New York, NY06.2020
High School Diploma -
North Brunswick Township High School
North Brunswick, NJ06.2017
Skills
- Bilingual
- Merchandising Plan Development
- Overstock Strategy
- Product Expertise
- Marketing Knowledge
- Communication skills
- Sewing
- Graphic design
- Figure drawing
- Excel, Adobe, Microsoft
- Interior and Exterior Displays
- Customer service
- E-commerce Integration
- Sales expertise
- Store Organization
- Strategic Planning
Websites
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Visual Merchandiser
H&M Hennes & Mauritz
09.2022 - Current
Assistant Store Manager
Olsen Europe
10.2019 - 03.2021
Sales Assistant
Eileen Fisher.
06.2019 - 09.2019
Point of Sale Associate
Banana Republic
03.2018 - 06.2019
Customer Service Representative
Marshalls & HomeGoods
09.2016 - 03.2018
Associate of Arts in Fashion Design -
New York School of Design
High School Diploma -
North Brunswick Township High School