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Donna Pompilio

New Rochelle,NY

Summary

Personable and dynamic Luxury Retail Manager with more than 15 years of experience directing daily operations for high profile, luxury retail stores in competitive markets. Comprehensive understanding of sales strategy, merchandising, business development, and customer communications. Proven track record of exceeding organizational goals and integrating brand standards.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience

Work History

DESIGN CONSULTANT

Arhaus Furniture
05.2022 - Current


  • Reached $1mill in sales first 6 mos of store opening and President's Club.
  • Prepared strategies and proposed concepts for client approval.
  • Developed innovative design concepts to meet clients'' unique needs and preferences.
  • Enhanced client satisfaction by providing tailored design solutions for residential and commercial projects.
  • Managed multiple concurrent projects while meeting strict deadlines and maintaining attention to detail.
  • Prepared original and relevant options for clients suitable to individual requirements.
  • Presented comprehensive design proposals using 3D renderings, color boards, and material samples for client approval.
  • Established strong relationships with clients by maintaining open lines of communication throughout the entire design process.
  • Maintained consistent use of graphic imagery in materials and other marketing outreach.

SENIOR SALES PROFESSIONAL

RALPH LAUREN MENS PURPLE LABEL
03.2019 - 06.2021

• Engaging High End Clientele in Mens Purple Label Formal and Tailored clothing, Sportswear, Shoes and Accessories, Women’s and Home

  • Following up and communicating with clients on all transactions ie: alterations, pickups, sends, special orders
  • Clienteling and outreach- Rebuilt business post Covid lockdown with the addition of new virtual clients through the use of clienteling app, internet, major outreach by email, text, phone and company locator system.
  • Received acknowledgement for highest outreach on Avenue, most “Notify me” sales and for embracing a new virtual payment system for clients.
  • Developed a solid client book of business
  • Adapted selling techniques according to evolving market trends, maintaining a competitive edge over rival companies.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to coordinate product launches, driving successful outcomes and high-impact results.
  • Increased sales revenue by implementing strategic marketing plans and fostering key client relationships.
  • Developed strong customer rapport for improved satisfaction, resulting in increased repeat business.
  • Streamlined sales processes to enhance efficiency, leading to higher productivity and performance levels.
  • Optimized CRM usage for better tracking of leads, follow-ups, and closed deals – improving overall performance visibility.
  • Created compelling sales presentations tailored to individual client needs, resulting in increased conversion rates.
  • Used POS system to process sales, returns, online orders, and gift card activations.
  • Increased sales and customer satisfaction through personalized servicing.
  • Offered each customer top-notch, personal service to boost sales and customer satisfaction.
  • Built strong client relationships and provided high value-adding services, resulting in increased company market share.
  • Reached out to prospective leads through cold calling, applying variety of established selling methods.
  • Serviced accounts on regular basis to propose new products or services and maximize revenue.
  • Up-sold and cross-sold products effectively, driving sales and increasing revenue.
  • Performed effectively in self-directed work environment, managing day-to-day operations and decisions.
  • Served customers with knowledgeable, friendly support at every stage of shopping and purchasing.
  • Informed customers of promotions to increase sales productivity and volume.
  • Met with customers to discuss and ascertain needs, tailor solutions and close deals.
  • Gained customer trust and confidence by demonstrating compelling, persuasive and composed professional demeanor.
  • Fostered lasting relationships with customers through effective communication and quick response, resulting in long-term loyalty and expanded client base.
  • Achieved or exceeded company-defined sales quotas.
  • Fielded customer complaints and facilitated negotiations, resolving issues and reaching mutual conclusions.
  • Increased sales with execution of full sales cycle processing from initial lead processing through conversion and closing.
  • Drove store revenue by offering customers accessories and related purchases to complete selections.

Beauty Business Manager

CHANEL
01.2017 - 01.2018
  • Led a team of 14 regular Beauty Analystes and stock support plus additional Freelance support as needed
  • Drove sales through team by luxury services, engaging clients through teach and learns
  • Maintained department standards and communicated stock needs consistently
  • Followed and implemented Brand launch guidelines
  • Achieved or exceeded Store Promotion event goals, Presell and Total
  • Decreased previous deficit at end Spring season by 3% pts
  • In 2 months
  • Received numerous customer 'WOW' letters for our team's client experience
  • Increased Clienteling metrics TY/LY.

Area Sales Manager

LORD & TAYLOR (Hudson Bay)
01.2016 - 01.2017
  • Responsibilities included Evening and Day Dresses, Outerwear and Swim, Women's Accessories, Home and Gourmet, Trim
  • Led sales team through time of store renovation
  • Drove sales through Client interaction and service
  • Coaching and training
  • Merchandising
  • Sale promotions and marketing setup
  • Customer service and Floor supervision
  • Eventing.

Sales Manager

SAKS FIFTH AVENUE (Hudson Bay)
01.2015 - 01.2016
  • Led sales and merchandising strategy across multiple departments, including Modern Sportswear, Evening Collections, Intimate Apparel, Outerwear, and Children's
  • Analyzed CRM performance metrics, utilizing data to identify and implement process improvements related to financial targets
  • Identified client needs and preferences based on analysis and feedback, ensuring vendors popular through e-Commerce platform were represented in store
  • Utilized innovative approaches to client outreach to ensure event participation and customer engagement in promotions that drove ongoing retention
  • Directed Evening Dress department to ranking as #1 in volume for region during Spring 2015, as well as #2 overall in performance for year
  • Finished 2015 with growth of more than 12%
  • Increased Outwear sales by nearly 95%, monitoring stock levels and expanding floor space to maximize growth during height of season
  • Spearheaded significant increase in CRM metrics, contributing to overall store revenue growth
  • Earned Seasonal Bonus on people sales, cultivating sustainable relationships and driving repeat business
  • Returned to company after previous tenure in Director position, leading new retail site.

Store Manager

SPRUCE HOME & GARDEN
01.2014 - 08.2014
  • Cultivated relationships with local community organizations, including Chambers of Commerce, to increase market penetration and identify innovative partnerships
  • Recruited and hired Interior Designer to improve Home Décor sales for store, introducing role to operations and creating new channel opportunities
  • Established and developed client base, integrating client retention strategies and implementing loyalty programs to drive growth, which resulted in reduction of 40% of deficit for location
  • Increased trunk shows volume and promotions efforts through partnerships with vendors
  • Special order furniture and home decor sales utilizing floor planning technology.

General Store Manager

ETHAN ALLEN INTERIORS
01.2011 - 01.2013
  • Directed daily retail operations for 30K square foot luxury design center with annual sales volume of $6 million, including supervision of team of ten Interior Designers, a Design Project Manager, Soft Goods Specialist, and eight Support Associates
  • Communicated with external vendors, hosting and facilitating product and service training seminars
  • Collaborated with corporate office and executive team on promotions and brand positioning efforts
  • Drove recruitment strategies and talent acquisition for design team, securing more than $800K in sales revenue within first year with one candidate
  • Ended FY2013 with strongest performance for store, meeting district budget and CRM benchmarks.

Sales Director - Luxury Intimate Apparel

SAKS FIFTH AVENUE
01.2011 - 01.2011
  • Oversaw retail operations and sales strategy for department within flagship store, earning more than $14 million in annual sales volume
  • Supervised more than 20 direct reports and floor staff of up to 60 Associates
  • Implemented company initiatives and programs within departments and coached staff on brand standards and policies
  • Directed cross-selling and merchandising strategies between Cosmetics and all Depts
  • Planned and coordinated vendor trainings and events
  • Recruited, hired, and trained staff, as well as directed onboarding efforts
  • Identified individual performance goals and strengths, cultivating staff to ensure achievement of sales targets
  • Collaborated with vendor representatives, Brand/Business Managers, and store executive leaders
  • Sustained 100% attendance from store personnel for vendor events, ensuring engagement and collaboration across organizational levels
  • Drove successful startup and launches of new and exclusive vendor shops
  • Exceeded registration goals of 80% by sustaining more than 85%, as well as increased email capture rates by more than 125%
  • Increased appointment selling by more than 160%
  • Achieved 164% of sales plan for first season opening, as well as 120% of people sales plan, earning significant bonuses for each season during tenure.

Sales Director - Cosmetics and cosmeceuticals

SAKS FIFTH AVENUE
01.2006 - 01.2008
  • Drove sales strategy and revenue growth for $10 million division of flagship store
  • Collaborated with vendors, external partners, and Business Managers on creating and executing customer events to engage clients and increase competitive positioning
  • Coached and managed team of 40 direct reports, including Sales Associates and Makeup Artists, as well as supervised floor staff of more than 350 personnel
  • Trained team on integration of technology
  • Added million dollar books through successful mentoring of associates, identifying strengths and individual goals based on leadership potential
  • Introduced and implemented Clienteling CRM and email capture systems to improve communications
  • Promoted several times within company, including serving as Merchandising and Business Manager, as well as Department Manager for Luxury and Designer Sportswear.

SELLING DIRECTOR

Saks Fifth Avenue
09.1994 - 03.2003
  • Cultivated a positive work environment that fostered employee engagement, increased retention rates, and boosted overall team morale.
  • Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
  • Proactively identified potential risks and implemented mitigation strategies to minimize negative impacts on projects or business operations.
  • Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
  • Worked closely with organizational leadership and board of directors to guide operational strategy.
  • Established a culture of continuous improvement by fostering open communication channels and empowering employees to voice their ideas.
  • Evaluated employee performance objectively using established metrics, leading to fair compensation adjustments based on meritocracy principles.
  • Oversaw operations and provided corrective feedback to achieve daily and long-term goals.
  • Improved project efficiency with strategic planning, resource allocation, and time management practices.
  • Spearheaded successful product launches that resulted in increased brand visibility and customer acquisition.
  • Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
  • Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
  • Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
  • Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.

Education

Associate of Arts - Fashion Buying and Merchandising

Fashion Institute of Technology
New York, NY

Undergraduate Coursework - Communications Technology

New York University
New York, NY

Skills

  • Luxury Retail Operations
  • Cross-Department Sales Strategy
  • Merchandising
  • Vision and Strategic Planning
  • Recruitment and Staffing
  • Employee/Vendor Relations
  • Customer Service
  • Market Analysis
  • Brand Standards
  • Quality Assurance
  • Revenue Growth
  • Competitive Positioning
  • Product Sourcing
  • Buying
  • Process Improvements
  • Technology Integration
  • Event Planning
  • Promotions
  • Communications
  • Training and Coaching
  • Loyalty Programs
  • Customer Response
  • Training and mentoring
  • Inventory Control
  • Store Merchandising
  • Customer Relations
  • Team leadership and coaching
  • Team Building and Leadership
  • Team motivation
  • Sales professional
  • Problem-Solving
  • Work Planning and Prioritization
  • Operations
  • Staff Supervision
  • Team Leadership
  • Opening and closing procedures
  • Relationship building and management
  • Employee Training
  • Sales Analysis
  • Retail Inventory Management
  • Store operations
  • Talent Recruitment
  • Goals and performance
  • Documentation And Reporting
  • Product Merchandising
  • Database Management
  • Multitasking and Organization
  • Cash Management
  • Sales expertise
  • Marketing and Promotions
  • Recruiting and Hiring
  • Order Management
  • Risk Management
  • Bank and Safe Deposits
  • Shift Scheduling
  • Customer Service Management
  • Leading Staff Meetings
  • Performance Reviews
  • Bank deposit procedures
  • Team Development
  • Loss Prevention
  • Budget Administration
  • Store Opening and Closing
  • Inventory Oversight
  • Operations Oversight
  • Policies and Procedures
  • Outstanding communication skills
  • Operational Efficiency
  • Store displays
  • Sales Strategies
  • Supply Ordering
  • Strategic thinker
  • Leadership Development
  • Delegating Work
  • Mathematical Aptitude
  • Culture development
  • Operations Management
  • Accurate Cash Handling
  • Root Cause Analysis
  • Staff Management
  • Accurate money handling
  • Promotional planning
  • Recruitment and hiring
  • Retail Merchandise Quality Standards
  • Personnel development
  • Budget Development
  • Report Generation
  • Payroll Management
  • Sales Coaching
  • Financial operations management
  • Flexible Schedule
  • Retail Sales Techniques
  • Employee Scheduling
  • Sales Promotions
  • Friendly and Positive
  • Vendor Management
  • POS Systems
  • Systems and software expertise
  • Competitor Monitoring
  • Maximizing profitability
  • Security System Monitoring
  • Employee Terminations
  • Program Administration
  • Program implementation
  • Project Management
  • Pricing Strategies
  • Merchandise planning
  • Decision-Making
  • Self Motivation
  • Effective Communication
  • Inventory Tracking and Management
  • Revenue Generation
  • Loss Prevention Procedures
  • Special Events
  • Hourly shift management
  • Inventory Management
  • Partnership Building

Personal Information

Title: Luxury Retail Manager

Work Preference

Work Type

Full TimePart TimeContract Work

Important To Me

Company CultureWork-life balancePaid sick leavePaid time offCareer advancementPersonal development programsWork from home option4-day work week

Timeline

DESIGN CONSULTANT

Arhaus Furniture
05.2022 - Current

SENIOR SALES PROFESSIONAL

RALPH LAUREN MENS PURPLE LABEL
03.2019 - 06.2021

Beauty Business Manager

CHANEL
01.2017 - 01.2018

Area Sales Manager

LORD & TAYLOR (Hudson Bay)
01.2016 - 01.2017

Sales Manager

SAKS FIFTH AVENUE (Hudson Bay)
01.2015 - 01.2016

Store Manager

SPRUCE HOME & GARDEN
01.2014 - 08.2014

General Store Manager

ETHAN ALLEN INTERIORS
01.2011 - 01.2013

Sales Director - Luxury Intimate Apparel

SAKS FIFTH AVENUE
01.2011 - 01.2011

Sales Director - Cosmetics and cosmeceuticals

SAKS FIFTH AVENUE
01.2006 - 01.2008

SELLING DIRECTOR

Saks Fifth Avenue
09.1994 - 03.2003

Associate of Arts - Fashion Buying and Merchandising

Fashion Institute of Technology

Undergraduate Coursework - Communications Technology

New York University
Donna Pompilio