Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Visual Specialist
Footlocker
03.2020 - 07.2024
Worked with store managers to implement new displays, promotions, and store layout changes
Partnered with store personnel during remodels or relocations to ensure seamless transition of visual merchandising elements into new spaces
Managed mannequin styling, ensuring alignment with current fashion trends and company branding guidelines
Monitored and replenished display inventory and restructured according to available stock
Developed innovative approaches to store layout to optimize customer flow and sales potential
Increased customer traffic through effective window displays that showcased new products and promotions
Supervised and trained team of merchandising associates, verifying accuracy and efficiency in work processes
Maintained customer satisfaction with forward-thinking strategies focused on addressing customer needs and resolving concerns
Clarified customer issues and determined the root cause of problems to resolve product or service complaints
Delivered exceptional customer service to every customer by leveraging extensive knowledge of products and services creating welcoming, positive, experiences
Answered customer telephone calls promptly to avoid on-hold wait times
Supervised guests at the front counter, answering questions regarding products
Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence
Assistant Manager/ Visual Merchandiser
Tilly's
10.2015 - 02.2020
Opened/ closed location and monitored shift changes to uphold successful operations strategies and maximize business success
Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations
Maintained a professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers
Maintained a clean, safe, and organized store environment to enhance the customer experience.
Helped with planning schedules and delegating assignments to meet coverage and service demands
Generated repeat business through exceptional customer service.
Assisted with hiring, training, and mentoring new staff members
Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies
Oversaw daily operations to maintain store cleanliness and organization.
Managed aesthetically pleasing displays to showcase company products and increase sales
Enhanced store appeal and boosted visitor engagement by implementing creative window displays
Crafted engaging product stories around displays, connecting with customers and enhancing their shopping experience
Trained new staff on visual merchandising standards and practices, ensuring brand consistency across all departments
Revamped store layout to improve customer flow and overall shopping experience, resulting in better customer satisfaction ratings
Updated signage regularly to reflect current promotions or markdowns, improving clarity for customers seeking sale items within the store
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
California State University East Bay
Hayward, CA
05.2023
Associates - Liberal Arts, Social and Behavioral Sciences
Chabot College
Hayward, CA
12.2020
Skills
Key Holder
Staff Education and Training
Reliability
Computer skills
Clear Communication
Creative Vision
Customer Service
Adaptability and flexibility
Positive attitude
Organizational skills
Languages
English
Timeline
Visual Specialist
Footlocker
03.2020 - 07.2024
Assistant Manager/ Visual Merchandiser
Tilly's
10.2015 - 02.2020
Associates - Liberal Arts, Social and Behavioral Sciences
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