Amanda Eldora
Ventura,CA
Summary
10 + years of retail leadership experience, skilled in customer service, people management and recruiting, retail merchandising and operations. I have developing my skills in the field with Urban Outfitters, growing from a part time sales associate to a Store Brand Leader. I have worked at 8 different locations and built and developed strong teams each time
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Store Brand Leader
Urban Outfitters
Santa Barbara, CA
08.2019 - Current
- Lead and drive sales while creating an engaging and inspiring atmosphere for customers and employees
- Manage store operations and store budgets, payroll and supply inventory while maximizing profitability and setting/ meeting sales targets
- Oversee quarterly visual floor sets in conjunction with Visual Manager to ensure proper execution and completion.
- Recruit , hire and promote talent to build a strong internal bench for the district
- Develop personal training paths for each team member to develop skill and best use expertise
- Execute coaching and counseling conversations to mediate difficult workplace situations
- Effectively delegate and inspire independent thought, action and brand ownership to drive sales
- Elevate the aspect of the brick and mortar experience as brand and Omni channels capabilities expand
Visual Merchandising Manager
Urban Outfitters
Burbank, CA
06.2017 - 08.2019
- Supports operations of the store while maintain and creating an inspiring and unique visual experience for customers
- Maximize sales through the creation and execution of an efficient shipment processing system, thorough and proactive business analysis, and strategic product placement
- Manage/develop direct store display artist, department managers, team leads and store associates; in the timely execution of projects, provision of a complete/outstanding customer experience, and full compliance with store operational practices
- Assume full responsibility for seasonal floor-set including interpretation, planning and execution
- Partner with Store Manager on all recruiting, hiring, and training needs of the store– preparing each individual for success and promotion.
Stand in Store Brand Leader
Urban Outfitters
Glendale, CA
02.2017 - 06.2017
- Manage team and drive sales
- Operational duties such as opening and closing the store, daily and monthly payroll analysis
- Supervised and managed 40+ associates with responsibility for scheduling and training
- Assisted Merchandiser in floor-set executions, weekly floor moves to push new product, set up and execution of weekly promos and sales
- Responsible for Loss Prevention training and practices in a Target Shrink Store
Store Merchandising Manager
Urban Outfitters Huntington
12.2015 - 02.2017
Women’s Department Manager
Urban Outfitters
Huntington, NY
12.2014 - 01.2015
Women’s Accessory Manager
Urban Outfitters
Garden City, NY
01.2014 - 04.2014
s Team Lead
Women, Urban Outfitters
Huntington, NY
11.2013 - 04.2014
Education
Bachelor of Fashion Merchandising and - Marketing
Berkeley College
2015
Bachelors of Architecture - undefined
Pratt Institute of the Art
2011
Regents Diploma - undefined
East Islip High School
2008
Skills
- Computer Proficiency and Microsoft Office
- Exceeding Customer Expectations
- Customer Service
- Excellent Written and Verbal Communication
- Building Customer Relationships and Loyalty
- Adaptable and Flexible
- Attention to Detail
- Time Management
- Relationship Building
- Recruiting and Interviewing
- Problem Solving
Timeline
Store Brand Leader
Urban Outfitters
08.2019 - Current
Visual Merchandising Manager
Urban Outfitters
06.2017 - 08.2019
Stand in Store Brand Leader
Urban Outfitters
02.2017 - 06.2017
Store Merchandising Manager
Urban Outfitters Huntington
12.2015 - 02.2017
Women’s Department Manager
Urban Outfitters
12.2014 - 01.2015
Women’s Accessory Manager
Urban Outfitters
01.2014 - 04.2014
s Team Lead
Women, Urban Outfitters
11.2013 - 04.2014
Bachelor of Fashion Merchandising and - Marketing
Berkeley College
Bachelors of Architecture - undefined
Pratt Institute of the Art
Regents Diploma - undefined
East Islip High School
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