Emilie Derischebourg
Little Elm,TX
Summary
Dynamic retail manager with a proven track record of enhancing operational efficiency and driving sales growth. Skilled in employee training and customer engagement, recognized for achieving top national sales rankings and implementing successful projects, including a significant store remodel.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Shopkeeper
IKEA
Frisco, Texas
12.2024 - Current
- Assisted customers with product selection by providing knowledgeable recommendations.
- Advised customers on product features, benefits, warranties, and return policies.
- Tracked sales data to identify customer preference trends, informing inventory management decisions.
- Analyzed sales data to identify trends and adjust strategies accordingly.
- Developed store tactics and strategies to align operational performance with sales goals.
- Organized staff schedules based on business demands, enhancing operational efficiency.
- Trained and mentored associates to teach daily tasks and procedures.
- Created effective business plans to focus strategic decisions on long-term objectives.
Selling Manager
IKEA West LLC.
Frisco, TX
01.2020 - Current
- Achieved a sales ranking of #8 nationwide for the year 2021-2022.
- Ranked #12 in total sales in the US for 2022-2023.
- Ranked #12 in total sales in the US for 2020-2021.
- Collaborated with cross-functional managers to improve customer service and increase sales.
- Coached managers to ensure shops remained well-stocked and optimized door-to-floor routines in response to changing circumstances.
- Oversaw 6 department managers and 25 coworkers to maintain store cleanliness, stock levels, and pricing accuracy.
- Project Manager for Home Org Remodel which resulted in a 123% index YTD.
Merchandise Basics Leader
IKEA West LLC.
Frisco, TX
01.2017 - 01.2020
- Oversaw 6 to 12 coworkers to achieve daily goals with 5 direct reports.
- Led Sales Plan and guided coworkers in maintaining and enhancing commercial ability in area of responsibility.
- Maintain IFS Swede Shop while maintaining FIFO Daily.
- Project Leader for 2018 Lighting remodel.
- Facilitated prenote activities with cross-functional teams to ensure timely processing. with Replenishment.
- Maintain a four week out schedule that conforms to sales planning and budget.
- Collaborated with SPS and inventory specialists to improve communication and workflow efficiency.
Shop Keeper Home Organization/Cooking & Eating/Home Deco
IKEA West LLC.
Frisco, TX
01.2012 - 01.2017
- Assisted in planning for 2017 Burbank opening event.
- Coordinated with Activities to ensure availability of Add-Ons in showroom and Self-Serve, driving sales for Home Org, Cooking & Eating, and Home Deco.
- Reduced Home Decoration Department's outgoing articles from 130 to 20 in six months, increasing Sales Index from 93% to 100% of prior year.
- Collaborated with commercial partners to develop and implement projects that increased sales.
- Planned Home Org for Miami build-up in 2013 and ran Build Team.
- Planned Cookshop Remodel for 2016 and ran Build Team.
- Ran Build Team for 2012 Market Hall remodel.
Sales Associate /Kitchen Planner/Activities
IKEA West LLC.
Frisco, TX
01.2007 - 01.2012
- Guided customers in planning and designing kitchens to meet their needs.
- Enhanced shop-ability in Cross-over section by managing visual displays effectively.
- Experience Merchandising in Home Organization and Lighting.
- Coordinated execution of all store add-ons with Logistics for streamlined inventory management.
Sales Lead
Ann Taylor Factory
Grapevine, TX
01.2008 - 01.2009
- Coached coworkers on customer selling techniques to enhance sales effectiveness.
- Oversaw store opening and closing procedures to ensure operational efficiency.
- Stocked merchandise in designated areas to maintain organized inventory.
Education
B.B.A. - Management
Sam Houston State University
Huntsville, TX01-2007
Associate of Science -
Blinn College
Bryan, TX01-2007
Skills
- IKEA Home Planner training
- Sales analysis
- Employee training
- Recruiting and hiring
- IKEA Way II training
- Office Suite proficiency
- Effective communication
- Performance reviews
Affiliations
- Toastmasters International
- Area Director for Area #21
- VP of Membership Toastmasters International District 25, Club #01009806 Current
- Secretary of Toastmasters International District 25, Club #01009806, from October 2018 to 2020.
- 3rd place for 2020 International Speech Contest, District 25.
Other
SLM Trainer
Timeline
Shopkeeper
IKEA
12.2024 - Current
Selling Manager
IKEA West LLC.
01.2020 - Current
Merchandise Basics Leader
IKEA West LLC.
01.2017 - 01.2020
Shop Keeper Home Organization/Cooking & Eating/Home Deco
IKEA West LLC.
01.2012 - 01.2017
Sales Lead
Ann Taylor Factory
01.2008 - 01.2009
Sales Associate /Kitchen Planner/Activities
IKEA West LLC.
01.2007 - 01.2012
B.B.A. - Management
Sam Houston State University
Associate of Science -
Blinn College