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Dennis Lind

Dennis Lind

South Amboy,NJ

Summary

I am a Specialist focused on maximizing my years of experience through effective use of my many skills and abilities. Top -notch communicator with excellent time management, administrative and customer service skills.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience

Work History

Bespoke Specialist

Alan David Custom Clothing
01.2019 - Current

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  • Maintain all fabric books on a weekly basis.
  • Follow up with previous clients develop new relationships.
  • Work along with sales managers in merchandising the showroom.
  • Meet and surpass annual goals set by the department.
  • Followed all company policies and procedures to deliver quality work.
  • Improved customer satisfaction rates through proactive problem-solving and efficient complaint resolution.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to achieve project goals on time and within budget.
  • Conducted thorough research to identify trends and inform decision-making for business growth initiatives.
  • Implemented new training programs for staff, leading to higher employee retention rates and better overall performance.
  • Championed the adoption of new software tools that streamlined workflows across multiple departments.
  • Monitored industry trends to adapt strategies accordingly.
  • Optimized supply chain management, resulting in reduced delivery times and increased inventory accuracy.
  • Led successful sales presentations to prospective clients, resulting in increased partnerships and collaboration opportunities.
  • Managed budgets effectively, consistently staying within financial constraints while maximizing resource allocation for optimal results.
  • Organized large-scale events, ensuring seamless execution of logistics, registration, catering, and venue management.
  • Increased sales revenue with targeted marketing campaigns and strategic product positioning.
  • Transformed underperforming departments with strategic planning efforts focused on process improvement.
  • Optimized customer experience by delivering superior services and effectively troubleshooting issues.
  • Evaluated customer needs and feedback to drive product and service improvements.
  • Helped meet changing demands by recommending improvements to business systems or procedures.

Charvet Department Manager

BERGDORF GOODMAN
09.2017 - 08.2019
  • Oversaw inventory management processes, maintaining optimal stock levels while minimizing waste and losses due to shrinkage or obsolescence.
  • Collaborated with other departments to ensure seamless coordination in achieving company-wide objectives.
  • Collaborated with other departments to ensure seamless coordination in achieving company-wide objectives.
  • Maintained a professional work environment by addressing conflicts proactively and fostering open communication among staff members.
  • Established employee performance fairly and accurately rewarding hard work while addressing areas needing improvement .
  • Implement cross-training initiatives for employees, increasing overall departmental knowledge and versatility.
  • Provided ongoing staff development opportunities through training programs, workshops, and regular feedback sessions.
  • Advised upper management on key decisions based on through analysis of sales trends, market conditions and competitor activities.

Sales Professional

RALPH LAUREN
04.2007 - 08.2016
  • Built strong relationships with customers through personalized service, enhancing client loyalty and repeat business.
  • Developed strategic sales plans for driving growth in key market segments, resulting in significant business expansion.
  • Reached performance objectives and generated over 90k in sales.
  • Utilized CRM software tools effectively for tracking client interactions, follow-ups, deals progressions.
  • Applied prospecting expertise to generate and pursue leads, setting up appointments and site visits to maintain budding relations.

Consultant

RALPH LAUREN
01.2014 - 01.2014
  • Assisted a work force of 25 in the opening of the Lee Gardens store in Hong Kong
  • Facilitated workshops and training sessions for client staff, enhancing their skills and knowledge in key areas.
  • Streamlined communication processes for clients, enabling more effective and decision-making.
  • Conducted risk assessments for business processes, recommending measures to mitigate potential impacts.
  • Maintained database systems to track and analyze operational data.
  • Evaluated customer needs and feedback to drive product and service improvements.

Custom Specialist

Loro Piana
01.2014 - 01.2014
  • LORO PIANA - New York, NY 2005 to 2007
  • Personal sales exceed $1 million
  • Implemented new training programs for staff, leading to higher employee retention rates and better overall performance.
  • Developed training materials to enhance staff proficiency and productivity.
  • Assisted the sales associates with fabric selections for their clients, also assists with fittings and alterations
  • Selling Men's and Women's luxury apparel while discovering their future needs
  • Exceeded sales goal of $750k in men's custom clothing.

Men's Clothing Specialist

BURBERRY, L. L. C
01.2004 - 01.2005
  • Hired exclusively to increase Men's Ready to wear business
  • 27% increase in first season of men's sales
  • Developed effective improvement plans in alignment with goals and specifications.

Men's Made to Measure Specialist

GIANNI VERSACE
01.2002 - 01.2004
  • Participated in the development of Versace's Made to Measure program and its operation
  • Contacted vendors on a daily basis and confirmed deliveries
  • Improved customer satisfaction rates through proactive problem-solving and efficient complaint resolution.
  • Evaluated customer needs and feedback to drive product and service improvements.
  • Cultivated positive relationships with vendors to deliver timely and cost-effective supply of services and materials.

Ermengildo Zegna Department Selling Specialist

BERGDORF GOODMAN
01.1998 - 01.2002
  • Collaborated with co-workers to discuss product sales to maintain inventory of desired items.
  • Merchandised selling area to achieve the highest level of profitability
  • Coordinated semi-annual information seminars for Made to Measure trunk shows
  • Assisted buyers and vendors in the selection of seasonal merchandise.

Department Manager

Bloomingdale's
01.1995 - 01.1998
  • Recruited and trained staff of policies and procedures
  • Responsible for loss preventions policies
  • Floor change every two weeks
  • Liaison for Athletic Style and Bloomingdale
  • Responsible for 40% increase in footwear buy.

Assistant Store Manager

BROOKSTONE
01.1994 - 01.1995
  • Implemented staff training on sales, loss prevention, stock, operations, and merchandising
  • Managed cash registers efficiently, ensuring accurate transactions, balancing drawers daily, and minimizing discrepancies.
  • Assisted the Store Manager in analyzing sales data to identify trends and make informed decisions for improving overall store performance.

Education

BBA - Food Service Management

Pratt Institute Brooklyn
Brooklyn, NY
06.1984

Skills

  • Microsoft Office Word & Exce
  • Merchandising
  • Retail Management
  • Sales Management
  • Effective Communication
  • Adaptability and Flexibility
  • Interpersonal Skills

Timeline

Bespoke Specialist

Alan David Custom Clothing
01.2019 - Current

Charvet Department Manager

BERGDORF GOODMAN
09.2017 - 08.2019

Consultant

RALPH LAUREN
01.2014 - 01.2014

Custom Specialist

Loro Piana
01.2014 - 01.2014

Sales Professional

RALPH LAUREN
04.2007 - 08.2016

Men's Clothing Specialist

BURBERRY, L. L. C
01.2004 - 01.2005

Men's Made to Measure Specialist

GIANNI VERSACE
01.2002 - 01.2004

Ermengildo Zegna Department Selling Specialist

BERGDORF GOODMAN
01.1998 - 01.2002

Department Manager

Bloomingdale's
01.1995 - 01.1998

Assistant Store Manager

BROOKSTONE
01.1994 - 01.1995

BBA - Food Service Management

Pratt Institute Brooklyn
Dennis Lind