Carissa Shanley
Syracuse
Summary
Fashion merchandising expert with extensive experience in product development, inventory management, and customer engagement.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Floor & Merchandising Assistant
Chuck Hafner's Farmers Market & Garden Center
Syracuse
03.2025 - Current
- Supported product intake by inspecting and logging inventory upon arrival, ensuring accuracy, and readiness for floor placement.
- Merchandised retail floor and displays to reflect seasonal trends, and create visually cohesive, brand-aligned shopping experiences.
- Collaborated with the team to maintain product flow and replenishment based on sales performance and in-store analytics.
- Strategically organized floor layouts and high-traffic zones optimize customer engagement and encourage product discovery.
- Applied an eye for aesthetics and spatial design to maintain store presentation that supported Chuck Hafner’s visual identity.
MERCHANDISER/PRODUCTION ASSISTANT
VERSA GROUP
New York
01.2024 - 01.2025
- Managed inventory for 1M+ product by using Excel to create condensed and organized summaries, ensuring buyers received accurate, actionable stock data.
- Coordinated with buyers to send shipping samples for their review.
- Coordinate product samples and maintain an organized sample inventory.
- Developed visually appealing swatch cards using showroom samples, enhancing product presentations for buyers and increasing order placement likelihood.
- Collaborated with major retail partners, including Ross, T.J.Maxx, Burlington, Walmart, and Amazon, to meet delivery timelines and align with purchase order requirements.
KEYHOLDER- LUXURY JEWELRY
DOVIANA
New York
10.2023 - 12.2023
- Engaged with customers to understand their needs, provide product information, and offer personalized recommendations.
- Conducted sales transactions using the POS system, handling cash, credit card payments, and ensuring accuracy in all transactions.
- Managed customer inquiries, concerns, and returns in a professional and courteous manner, striving for customer satisfaction.
SALES ASSOCIATE
LUCKY BRAND
Syracuse
08.2023 - 10.2023
- Greet and assist customers with enthusiasm, providing product information, styling advice, and excellent service to meet their needs and enhance their shopping experience.
- Develop a thorough understanding of Lucky Brand's product offerings, including clothing, accessories, and promotions. Stay updated on fashion trends and product features.
TEACHING ASSISTANT: FASHION DESIGN WITH ADOBE ILLUSTRATOR
SUNY Oneonta
Oneonta
01.2023 - 05.2023
- Demonstrating how to use Adobe Illustrator to students and providing one-on-one support as needed.
- Assisting students in completing class assignments and projects using Adobe Illustrator.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Fashion Design
SUNY College at Oneonta
Oneonta, NY05.2023
Associate of Applied Science - Fashion Business Management
The Fashion Institute of Technology
NYC05.2023
Skills
- Computer: PC and MAC operating systems, POS systems Microsoft office (Excel, PowerPoint), Adobe Creative suite (Photoshop, Illustrator)
- Skills: visual merchandising, product development, product positioning, fashion design, hand and machine sewing, tech design, inventory management systems
Timeline
Floor & Merchandising Assistant
Chuck Hafner's Farmers Market & Garden Center
03.2025 - Current
MERCHANDISER/PRODUCTION ASSISTANT
VERSA GROUP
01.2024 - 01.2025
KEYHOLDER- LUXURY JEWELRY
DOVIANA
10.2023 - 12.2023
SALES ASSOCIATE
LUCKY BRAND
08.2023 - 10.2023
TEACHING ASSISTANT: FASHION DESIGN WITH ADOBE ILLUSTRATOR
SUNY Oneonta
01.2023 - 05.2023
Bachelor of Science - Fashion Design
SUNY College at Oneonta
Associate of Applied Science - Fashion Business Management
The Fashion Institute of Technology
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