Goal-oriented and process-driven, Store & Sales Director with a proven track record of consistently achieving impressive sales outcomes. Possesses in-depth knowledge of products and expertise in event coordination to foster strong connections with clients and the community.
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Bridget McBride
Colorado Springs,CO
Summary
Overview
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Broadmoor Jewelry Company
General Manager
07.2023 - Current
Job overview
- Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
- Managed a diverse team of professionals, fostering a positive work environment and high employee satisfaction.
- Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales and profitability.
- Cultivated strong relationships with clients, vendors, and partners to ensure long-term success and loyalty.
- Drove year-over-year business growth while leading operations, strategic vision, and long-range planning.
- Directed comprehensive sales efforts to exceed revenue targets consistently while maintaining customer satisfaction levels.
- Championed continuous improvement initiatives that enhanced operational performance across all departments.
- Drove the successful execution of numerous large-scale events/promotions while closely managing costs/budgetary constraints associated with event planning/management activities.
Navy Gateway Inns & Suites
Front Desk Associate
12.2022 - Current
Job overview
- Company Overview: Department of Defense
- Guest relations included but not limited to check-ins, departures and reservations
- Department of Defense
Broken English
Store Director
04.2019 - 03.2020
Job overview
- Consistently exceed monthly sales goals; upgraded level of client experience
Renaissance Club Sport, Marriott
Floor Coverage Manager
03.2018 - 01.2019
Job overview
- Onboard and train front of house staff; Maintain member relations; Ensure stringent guest experience standards; Inspect equipment; Enforce sanitation standards; Update club events
Adam Neeley Fine Art Jewelry
Sales Specialist
02.2018 - 01.2019
Job overview
- Client outreach and client retention, including all web inquiries; Work on custom design concepts with clients; Event collaboration with gallery manager
DeBeers Diamond Jewellers, LVMH
Store Director
10.2008 - 03.2014
Job overview
- Opened and managed boutique including onboarding entire new staff; Highest volume in single unit sale in De Beers US history; 2nd highest volume in US Bridal Sales; Proactive in merchandise selection; Coordinated Beverly Hills Rodeo Drive Boutique closure and managed both LA and Las Vegas locations 2011-2012
Saks Fifth Avenue
Fine Jewelry Department Manager
01.1994 - 01.2008
Job overview
- Company Overview: Waterside Shops, Naples, FL
- Manager, Fine Jewelry & Watches '96-2008: Personally trained Sales Associates; Promoted marketing with Merchants, vendors, designers and distinguished clients to develop preferred and sophisticated clientele; Upgraded merchandise quality with very select high-end designers; one of a few chosen departments Nationwide to represent core luxury brands
- Service & Selling Trainer '95-96
- Merchandise Administrative Coordinator '94-95
- Waterside Shops, Naples, FL
Education
Saks Fifth AvenueNaples, FL
Management Training Program from Client Development, Client Retention, Merchant Stock Ledger, Merchandise Information Reporting
University Overview
The Broadway, Corporate OfficesLos Angeles, CA
Executive Training from Merchandising Management, Personnel Selection, Retail Mathematics
University Overview
Warren F. Kaynor Vocational Technical High SchoolConnecticut
Graduated
University Overview
Skills
- Sales Team Development
- Boutique Merchandising
- Promotional Campaigns
- Strategic Marketing
- SAP
- POS
- Fluency
- Collaborating with Local Magazines
- Client Retention
- Community Relations & Special Events
Leadershipandvolunteerexperience
Leadershipandvolunteerexperience
- Theater performance roles in musical, CHOC Follies, 2013-2019
- 1 month teaching English as a 2nd language, NGO Work in Sudan, 2007
- 3 months volunteering in orphanages and developing and building clean water initiatives, NGO Work in Haiti, 2003
Timeline
General Manager
Broadmoor Jewelry Company
07.2023 - Current
Front Desk Associate
Navy Gateway Inns & Suites
12.2022 - Current
Store Director
Broken English
04.2019 - 03.2020
Floor Coverage Manager
Renaissance Club Sport, Marriott
03.2018 - 01.2019
Sales Specialist
Adam Neeley Fine Art Jewelry
02.2018 - 01.2019
Store Director
DeBeers Diamond Jewellers, LVMH
10.2008 - 03.2014
Fine Jewelry Department Manager
Saks Fifth Avenue
01.1994 - 01.2008
Saks Fifth Avenue
Management Training Program from Client Development, Client Retention, Merchant Stock Ledger, Merchandise Information Reporting
The Broadway, Corporate Offices
Executive Training from Merchandising Management, Personnel Selection, Retail Mathematics
Warren F. Kaynor Vocational Technical High School
Graduated
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