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Deborah Crisp

Hillsborough,CA

Summary

Dynamic professional with a proven track record in retail, excelling in merchandise management and team motivation. Adept at negotiation and relationship building, I consistently enhance product presentation and drive sales. My strong organizational skills and adaptability foster positive environments, ensuring high performance and customer satisfaction.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience

Work History

Substitute Teacher

Hillsborough City School District
08.2018 - Current
  • Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
  • Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
  • Developed strong rapport with students through consistent encouragement and support, fostering a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic growth.
  • Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.

Merchandise Manager

Gap Outlet
09.2005 - 07.2006
  • Boosted sales performance by effectively managing merchandise assortments and inventory levels.
  • Motivated and mentored merchandise team to achieve high performance and job satisfaction.
  • Enhanced visual presentation of products, driving customer engagement and boosting sales conversion rates.
  • Monitored inventory levels and made necessary adjustments to maximize sales and profits.

Retail Buyer

Macys Department Store
09.1996 - 09.2005
  • Traveled to store locations to review product mix, obtain feedback and share information.
  • Streamlined the purchasing process, reducing lead times for high-demand products.
  • Developed a comprehensive assortment strategy to maximize product variety and customer satisfaction.
  • Handled complex vendor negotiations successfully, resulting in favorable payment terms and delivery schedules without compromising quality or service levels.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Sociology

Ithaca College
Ithaca, NY
05-1994

Skills

  • Adaptable
  • Relationship building and management
  • Student engagement
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Excellent teamwork
  • Highly professional
  • Negotiation
  • Works well independently

Timeline

Substitute Teacher

Hillsborough City School District
08.2018 - Current

Merchandise Manager

Gap Outlet
09.2005 - 07.2006

Retail Buyer

Macys Department Store
09.1996 - 09.2005

Bachelor of Arts - Sociology

Ithaca College

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