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Holly Graga

Toms River,NJ

Summary

Organized and motivated employee eager to apply time management and organizational skills in various environments. Seeking entry-level opportunities to expand skills while facilitating company growth.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Retail Buyer

Nekton
Indian Rocks Beach, FL
12.2022 - 05.2023
  • Researched and analyzed market trends to identify potential buying opportunities for the organization.
  • Stayed abreast of market trends and anticipated consumer needs and purchasing habits.
  • Attended trade shows and conferences to stay abreast of industry trends and best practices.
  • Negotiated product prices, discounts and shipping incentives with vendors.
  • Traveled to various locations to procure materials and products from vendors.
  • Monitored inventory levels of merchandise in retail stores to determine re-order needs.
  • Planned store layouts and displays to maximize sales potential of products.
  • Kept records of vendor and supplier expenditures and organized financial documents into company databases.
  • Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.

Assistant Store Manager

Coach
Shrewsbury, NJ
10.2022 - 01.2023
  • Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
  • Created effective business plans to focus strategic decisions on long-term objectives.
  • Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
  • Provided mentorship for employees to generate sales, promote effective upselling and cross-sell to improve retail productivity.
  • Oversaw daily cash handling procedures, reconciling discrepancies as necessary.
  • Prepared detailed reports summarizing sales activity, customer feedback, and other relevant information.
  • Appraised inventory levels on frequent basis, ordering new merchandise to keep quantities well-stocked.
  • Interviewed and vetted job applicants to make effective hiring decisions and fill vacancies with strong team members.
  • Checked monthly sales and performance reports to support operational planning and strategic decision-making.
  • Coached and developed store associates through formal and informal interactions.
  • Formed and sustained strategic relationships with clients.

Lead Supervisor

Coach
Shrewsbury, NJ
06.2021 - 10.2022
  • Coached staff members to develop long-term career goals.
  • Analyzed business performance data and forecasted business results for upper management.
  • Complied with company policies, objectives and communication goals.
  • Maintained accurate records of payroll information and personnel files.
  • Trained new hires on company policies, procedures, and processes.
  • Established and enforced clear goals to keep employees working collaboratively.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Marketing, Management And Decision Sciences

Monmouth University
West Long Branch
12-2017

Skills

  • Retail Merchandise Buying
  • Customer Service
  • Inventory Control
  • Attention to Detail
  • Critical Thinking
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
  • Internet Marketing
  • Social Content Publishing

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Retail Buyer

Nekton
12.2022 - 05.2023

Assistant Store Manager

Coach
10.2022 - 01.2023

Lead Supervisor

Coach
06.2021 - 10.2022

Bachelor of Science - Marketing, Management And Decision Sciences

Monmouth University

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