Caitlin Sauer
Anchorage,AK
Summary
With over 10 years of experience in the fashion retail industry, I have developed core competencies in merchandising, customer service, employee management, and business analysis. My mission is to seek new opportunities to apply my skills and knowledge in a dynamic and innovative organization in the e-commerce world.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Stay at Home Parent
Self-employeed
04.2015 - Current
- Managed a household of four utilizing, financial planning, logistical coordination, event planning, and project management
- Coordinated upward of 15 appointments per month both in person and virtually with 98% accuracy
- Organized educational, medical, and extracurricular activities for two children simultaneously
- Decreased monthly household budget by 37% as well as eliminated $50k of debt through precise financial planning
- Created a variety of personalized, digitally designed products for friends and neighbors
- Co-lead a weekly small group for military spouses on Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson offering support to local moms
- Consistently dedicated time and resources to school functions through volunteering
- Networked with local military spouses through a variety of organizations and groups
Assistant Store Manager
Chico’s FAS
10.2012 - 01.2015
- Engaged in all store operations and employee management resulting in sales of over $2M
- Assisted the Store Manager in analyzing sales data to identify trends and make informed decisions for improving overall store performance
- Enhanced store appearance for increased sales by maintaining cleanliness and implementing strategic merchandise displays
- Mentored new employees on company policies, procedures, and best practices to ensure their success within the organization
- Developed and maintained customer relations by providing excellent customer service leading to year over year sales increase
Store Supervisor
Gear Up Sports
05.2009 - 05.2012
- Supervised daily operations by directing customer service, inventory and sales operations
- Improved store efficiency by implementing effective inventory management and product merchandising techniques
- Collaborated with upper management to develop strategic plans for store growth initiatives such as new product launches or expansion efforts
- Maintained vendor relationships with a variety of European and US companies
- Attended and networked at various retail expos including ISPO
- Managed and trained 8+ salesclerks
- Conducted timely performance evaluations to assess employee strengths, areas for improvement, and growth potential for career development opportunities
- Organized and presented three yearly fashion shows on Ramstein Air Force Base
- Created and maintained store monthly newsletter to increase community outreach and awareness
Sales Associate
AAFES
07.2008 - 05.2009
Human Resources Team Member
Target
05.2004 - 02.2008
Education
Bachelor’s Degree - Fashion Marketing and Management
The Art Institute of Pittsburgh, Online Division
Associate’s Degree - Fashion Merchandising
Lehigh Valley College
Skills
- Customer Relations
- Budgeting and Planning
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
- Organization and Time Management
- Conflict Resolution
- Supervision and Leadership
- Microsoft Word
- Remote Office Availability
Timeline
Stay at Home Parent
Self-employeed
04.2015 - Current
Assistant Store Manager
Chico’s FAS
10.2012 - 01.2015
Store Supervisor
Gear Up Sports
05.2009 - 05.2012
Sales Associate
AAFES
07.2008 - 05.2009
Human Resources Team Member
Target
05.2004 - 02.2008
Bachelor’s Degree - Fashion Marketing and Management
The Art Institute of Pittsburgh, Online Division
Associate’s Degree - Fashion Merchandising
Lehigh Valley College
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