Eric Hasper
New York,NY
Summary
Showroom Manager adept at creating presentations in multiple locations to showcase Soft-Tex International Memory Foam and Fiber Filled Basic Bedding Collections
Product Development Manager creating new and innovative products understanding industry trends and customer needs
Well-organized and proactive with excellent communication and planning abilities supplementing sales team in presenting to customers
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Showroom Manager, Product Development Manager
Soft-Tex International
New York, NY
08.2006 - Current
- Merchandise and present Soft-Tex products in New York, Las Vegas showrooms and remote locations for Buyer Markets and customer meetings.
- Develop Memory Foam and Fiber Filled products using state-of-the-art innovations, product designs and materials to showcase company capabilities.
- Collaborate with Graphic Design team to create award winning packaging designs, showroom display installations and e-commerce marketing materials
- Oversee photo and video shoots, choose talent, set designs and staging.
- Designed and oversaw complete renovation of 5000 square foot showroom in New York City, designed and opened 2000 square foot Las Vegas showroom. Plus pop-up spaces in Chicago Outdoor Market, Atlanta .... Market and at customer locations.
- Designed and developed complete product lines in new licenses for Beautyrest and Lazboy lines for Spring 2022 Textile Market.
- Manage showroom expenses appropriate and reasonable to drive operational efficiency.
Buyer
Filenes A Division Of May Department Stores
Boston, MA
05.1989 - 05.2006
- Merchandised and bought for Home Textile business for 100 store division of May Company, including designer bedding collections and basic bedding.
- Led company steering committee process in Down Comfort, Pillow, Quilt and Bed in a Bag categories , enabling May Company to combine regional nameplates gaining national buying strength. Negotiated corporate vendor agreements to maximize profitability in programs.
- Managed vendor purchase order dispatch, delivery and invoicing to maximize sales and distribution of merchandise.
- Generated reports detailing sales trends and store performances.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ05.1983
Skills
- Design and display presentations for maximum customer response while highlighting company expertise and strengths
- Intimately understand company sales team and customer needs to facilitate customer meeting results
- Work in tandem with factories to develop and create specialized products to meet trends and customer needs
- Understand industry trends and market voids to ensure company brings next direction products to customers
Timeline
Showroom Manager, Product Development Manager
Soft-Tex International
08.2006 - Current
Buyer
Filenes A Division Of May Department Stores
05.1989 - 05.2006
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Arizona State University