Jamie Gatto
Cincinnati
Summary
Detail-oriented and personable with a robust educational background and a strong work ethic, consistently exceeding established expectations. Extensive experience in project estimation and management, cost analysis, budget management, and resource allocation. Adept at fostering team collaboration and driving projects to successful completion even under changing conditions. Passionate about creative brainstorming and strategic thinking, while seeking opportunities to enhance efficiency and build profitable business relationships. Eager to contribute to a dynamic organization that values growth and innovation, ensuring mutual success and development.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Estimator
Standard Textile
Cincinnati, OH
05.2024 - Current
- Lead Estimator of the Marriott Hospitality program in the Interior's Group segment of Standard Textile.
- Review architectural plans, specifications and project requirements to determine scope and pricing strategy.
- Prepare detailed material and labor takeoffs using Bluebeam Revu and Procore for internal and external clients through skilled cost analysis and budgeting.
- Interface with clients, architects, engineers and subcontractors as needed to clarify project requirements.
- Obtain vendor quotes and material costs from internal and external suppliers.
- Work with multiple installation teams to create labor estimates for all projects.
- Create budgets at various design phases (conceptual and schematic) to create detailed material cost estimates.
- Support business development through participation in client meetings and presentations.
- Collaborate with Project Managers during handoff to ensure a smooth transition.
Project Manager
The RCF Group
Cincinnati, OH
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Manage the financial aspects of a project including vendor billing, monitoring against project budget including expenses, communicating variances to the team, and utilizing creative problem solving to recommend solutions to help in meeting project deadlines and budget parameters.
- Manage vendor relationships, to ensure deliverables are produced accurately, on time, and within budget.
- Explores and identifies new opportunities to add or enhance professional services with existing clients.
- Communicate with consultants, contractors, sub-consultants, and other disciplines to ensure project details are carried out including technical issues and project information at all levels of contract administration.
National Account Manager
NBG Home
Austin, TX
05.2022 - 07.2023
- Strategically pricing each product to meet the retail that will lead to successful sales while securing margin goals.
- Developing and delivering impactful, trend-forward customer presentations.
- Partnering with cross functional teams to develop customer relevant home décor innovation.
- Leading product launches of new items for key customers.
- Negotiating mutual advantageous programming for both customers and internal use.
- Creatively thinking outside of the box to develop fresh, new concepts and designs to present to the customers.
- Analyzing sales reports to understand how to increase the customer's business.
- Company closed 2023
Merchandising Manager
Designs Direct Creative Group
Cincinnati, OH
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Researching sales promotions, store merchandising, planograms, and packaging tactics.
- Coordinating with our factories in China to ensure all timelines are met.
- Working closely with the Product Development team to coordinate new samples and trend boards for customer meetings. Meeting prep also includes showroom setup, product pricing, and a deep understanding of each product make up.
- Creating relevant trend and mood boards to present to our customers with corresponding suggested imagery and new product development.
- Closely following industry trends across all platforms and attending industry trend shows.
- Part of company-wide layoff due to pandemic
Freelance Copywriter/Creative Consultant
Union Institute & University
Cincinnati, OH
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Proposing copy concepts in an engaging way and carrying out projects once they are approved.
- Interpreting creative direction and technical information to create persuasive copy concepts.
- Collaborating with PR and Marketing departments to brainstorm and develop a variety of useful marketing materials.
- Researching the brand's voice and style requirements to product front-facing content that persuades individuals to access more information and give a clear understanding of the company's goals and mission.
- Maintain and update all social media accounts daily.
- Contract/Temporary
Customer Experience Manager/Account Manager
APG Office Furnishings, Herman Miller Certified Network Dealer
Cincinnati, OH
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Manage hospitality and hosting for events in the showroom and various external venues.
- Act as an internal customer advocate by working with all departments to obtain information necessary for resolution of customer issues.
- Manages and runs all social media accounts, responsible for all updates and promotional marketing tools.
- Build a positive relationship with our vendors to ensure our customers are receiving the best product and service possible.
- Part of company-wide layoff due to pandemic
Showroom Visual Merchandiser
Morris Home Furniture/Ashley Homestore
Cincinnati, OH
01.2016 - 01.2018
- Directs product placement of furniture and executes appropriate accessories to highlight the style and categorization of furniture displays.
- Partner with Merchandising Department and Showroom/Store Designer to lead the flow of furniture and placement of accessory product to the sales floor.
Product Manager/Visual Merchandiser
Victoria's Secret
Cincinnati, OH
01.2011 - 01.2016
- Drove planning and execution of visual changes in partnership with store management team.
- Managed all floor sets/changes, from mapping and designing to actual execution and staffing.
- Ensured compelling visual merchandising presentation standards are achieved and maintained.
- Drove results by developing and executing short term action plans and long-term strategies.
Education
Associate's Degree - Interior Design
The Art Institute of Ohio
Cincinnati, OH01-2007
Associate of Science - Communications & Public Relations
The University of Toledo
Toledo, OHSkills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Attention to detail
- Reliability & Accountability
- Empathy
- Active listening
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Strategic planning
- Scope definition
- Cost estimation
- Blueprint analysis
- Customer relationship management
Timeline
Project Estimator
Standard Textile
05.2024 - Current
Project Manager
The RCF Group
08.2023 - 05.2024
National Account Manager
NBG Home
05.2022 - 07.2023
Merchandising Manager
Designs Direct Creative Group
01.2021 - 01.2022
Freelance Copywriter/Creative Consultant
Union Institute & University
01.2020 - 01.2021
Customer Experience Manager/Account Manager
APG Office Furnishings, Herman Miller Certified Network Dealer
01.2018 - 01.2020
Showroom Visual Merchandiser
Morris Home Furniture/Ashley Homestore
01.2016 - 01.2018
Product Manager/Visual Merchandiser
Victoria's Secret
01.2011 - 01.2016
Associate's Degree - Interior Design
The Art Institute of Ohio
Associate of Science - Communications & Public Relations
The University of Toledo