Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
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ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE
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Holly MacMullan

Summary

Dynamic and high-energy leader overseeing businesses with annual sales of up to $8M, managing teams of 70 individuals. Skilled communicator and trainer, known for driving business growth, fostering strong teams, and enhancing profitability. Proficient in evaluating, problem-solving, and prioritizing tasks to optimize productivity and team performance. Results-driven retail management professional determined to exceed company sales goals, leveraging financial and marketing education to make smart purchasing and merchandising decisions. Forward-thinking in addressing and resolving concerns, optimizing policies, and engaging with customers to promote loyalty and drive sales.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Store Manager

J Jill
03.2024 - Current
  • Supervised daily store operations, ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures.
  • Trained and mentored new and existing staff on customer service best practices and product knowledge
  • Elevated visual merchandising standards to drive customer engagement and increase sales.

Store Manager

Boot Barn
01.2019 - Current
  • Developed a team focused on delivering exceptional customer service, resulting in double digit sales increases and top metrics in the district.
  • Analyzed inventory sell through, and opportunities, to ensure an optimal instore selection for the client.
  • Reduced stores shrink by ensuring inventory receiving procedures were accurate, as well as consistency in POS efficiency.
  • Promoted two associates to leadership positions, by training, coaching and encouragement.

Store Manager

Atar'd State, City Centre
01.2018 - 01.2019
  • Positively impacted sales volume, resulting in the store achieving its monthly sales plan for the first time.
  • Achieved an 80% increase in conversion.
  • Developed a customer focused team, through consistent training, coaching, and celebration.

Store Manager

CHICO'S, Rice Village
01.2012 - 01.2018
  • Achieved top in district KPI results for two consecutive years, by ensuring team provided highest level of client service through personal interactions and expert product knowledge.
  • Contributed to districts succession plan by successfully training, developing, and promoting multiple managers into higher volume locations.
  • Reduced turnover 60% with transparent communication, leadership, and fostering an environment of trust.
  • Exceeded budget expectations for six consecutive years, through strategic hiring, scheduling and effective operational controls.
  • Achieved customer satisfaction scores that exceeded both the district and region by ensuring the customer received a consistent and personal experience.
  • Developed focused, enthusiastic, and goal-oriented team through consistent training, empowerment and accountability.

Store Manager

DSW
01.2010 - 01.2011
  • Managed complexity of a $5.8M store and 50+ team member, resulting in 19% increase in sales volume over a 12-month timeframe.
  • Recruited and developed a motivated team through networking, coaching, and positive reinforcement.
  • Created a culture of excellence through transparent and consistent communication.
  • Promoted and maintained high visual and organizational standards to maximize sales volume.

Store Manager

ANN TAYLOR, Highland Village
01.2007 - 01.2010
  • Produced results that outperformed both district and region in all measurable statistics by establishing a culture focused on customer engagement, clienteling and matchless service.
  • Established cohesive team through consistent networking, coaching and recognition.
  • Increased profit margin for 2 consecutive years by controlling expenses and increasing sales.
  • Reduced shrink from 1.9% to .4% by training and ensuring operational excellence.

Store Director

J. CREW, Galleria
01.2000 - 01.2007
  • Recognized for building and leading diverse, driven teams through networking, individual development plans and empowerment.
  • Increased profitability by reducing shrink, effective hiring and payroll control.
  • Facilitated strong history of customer satisfaction, with personal interactions, product knowledge and minimal turnover.
  • Hired and trained visual team, ensuring impeccable execution of visual plans and standards.
  • Furnished double digit increases in overall store volume for 5 consecutive years.

Education

Associate of Arts (AA) - Fashion Merchandising

Nassau Community College
Garden City, NY

Skills

  • Team leadership
  • KPI improvement
  • Talent development
  • Highly motivated
  • Analytical problem-solving
  • Strategic product presentation
  • Community outreach and client relations
  • Elevating customer satisfaction levels
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Problem-solving
  • Customer service
  • Recruitment and hiring
  • Loss prevention
  • Team motivation

ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE

URBAN OUTFITTERS, Austin, Houston and D.C Store Manager 1995-2000

Timeline

Store Manager

J Jill
03.2024 - Current

Store Manager

Boot Barn
01.2019 - Current

Store Manager

Atar'd State, City Centre
01.2018 - 01.2019

Store Manager

CHICO'S, Rice Village
01.2012 - 01.2018

Store Manager

DSW
01.2010 - 01.2011

Store Manager

ANN TAYLOR, Highland Village
01.2007 - 01.2010

Store Director

J. CREW, Galleria
01.2000 - 01.2007

Associate of Arts (AA) - Fashion Merchandising

Nassau Community College
Holly MacMullan