Derrick Anthony Smith
Summary
Artistic Visual Merchandiser brings 5+ years of superior merchandising performance. Meticulous and creative with drive for increasing sales and brand awareness through skillful product promotion. Builds and maintains attractive displays and manages floor resets to enhance customer shopping experiences.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Temporary Operations & Stock Associate
Versace
Dallas, TX
07.2022 - 08.2022
- Carried out duties within a fast-paced retail environment, providing organized stocking methods and plans.
- Organized storage of articles in bins, shelves and assigned areas according to product categories.
- Followed instructions to properly merchandise items.
- Maintained current and accurate inventory with cycle counts and audits.
- Checked delivered merchandise and order information to verify shipment accuracy.
- Updated product labels to reflect accurate pricing.
Lead Guide-Supervisor
Bonobos
Dallas, TX
02.2017 - 07.2019
- Provided top tier service to clients by advising them on the perfect fit.
- Trained and supervised a small team of part time Guides.
- Increased sales by creating three piece looks and adding on items.
- Performed monthly "flips" by visually merchandising the Guideshop in accordance to corporate directives and selling trends.
- Communicated and followed up with clients regarding purchases and Guideshop experience.
- Hosted promotional events with other brands which led to an increase in sales and brand awareness.
- Planned and executed restructuring projects to bring the Guideshop up to date.
- Completed quarterly employee performance evaluations to identify deficiencies and recommend improvement strategies.
NMG One Coordinator
Neiman Marcus Group Ltd LLC
Dallas, TX
02.2016 - 02.2017
- Communicated with Gucci, Prada, Jimmy Choo and other vendors to obtain images and copy information.
- Responsible for coordinating with the web team to ensure products were uploaded accurately to the website in time for seasonal launches.
- Created depictions for items to be sold online.
- Worked successfully with a diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Optimum Support Team & Operations
Neiman Marcus Group Ltd LLC
St. Louis, MO
03.2013 - 02.2016
- Processed incoming merchandise by unloading, unpacking, sorting, steaming, and transporting it the sales floor and stock rooms.
- Created and executed several reorganizations plans throughout the store.
- Provided operational support for store events which included assembling large backdrops, placing chairs, pipe and draping, and setting up tables, fixtures, and bars.
- Received and processed incoming customer orders, transfers, trunk shows, customer returns.
- Provided direct internal customer service through various methods of support to all departments.
- Ensured that online orders were pulled, packaged, and shipped on time.
Education
Bachelors of Arts - Fashion Merchandising & Retail Management
Stevens-The Institute of Business & Arts
2015
Skills
- Merchandising Plan Development
- Interior Retail Displays
- Corporate Visual Objectives
- In-Store Event Display Management
- Display Model Assembly
- Theme and Color Selection
- Mannequin and Prop Maintenance
- Problem-Solving
Accomplishments
- Achieved Perfect Core for Neiman Sales Support in 2015
- Awarded Neiman Marcus Sales Support of the Year in 2014
- Nominated Neiman Marcus Best in 2014
- Awarded Neiman Marcus Service Star of the Month in July 2013
- Awarded Neiman Marcus Top Smile in 2013
- Maintained 3.5 GPA or higher throughout college career
- Awarded Dean’s List and President's List throughout college career
- Awarded Who’s Who Among Students In American Colleges and Universities
Timeline
Temporary Operations & Stock Associate
Versace
07.2022 - 08.2022
Lead Guide-Supervisor
Bonobos
02.2017 - 07.2019
NMG One Coordinator
Neiman Marcus Group Ltd LLC
02.2016 - 02.2017
Optimum Support Team & Operations
Neiman Marcus Group Ltd LLC
03.2013 - 02.2016
Bachelors of Arts - Fashion Merchandising & Retail Management
Stevens-The Institute of Business & Arts
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