Jane Eaker
Palm City,Florida
Summary
Detail-oriented merchandising professional aiming to apply eleven years of successful industry experience to add value to the Merchandise Planning role within City Furniture. Eager to execute knowledge of space planning and merchandise planning strategies to maximize sales and increase revenue.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Visual Display Coordinator
City Furniture
Stuart, FL
08.2018 - Current
- Works directly with RVM, Marketing Department, and Visual Display team to create and maximize sales potential of furniture, accessories, and art on showroom floors to City Furniture standards
- Assists in planning movement of all display products
- Aligned visual merchandising strategies and products with company messages, target audience and marketing goals
- Ensures timely completion of all documents related to display product movement
- Accessorize the furniture displays with artwork and accessories
- Inspired and trained team members in both creative ans logistical aspects of visual merchandising , equipping colleagues to design and implement innovative displays
Visual Display Manager
CITY FURNITURE
West Palm Beach, FL
05.2011 - 11.2015
- Aligned visual merchandising strategies and products with company messages, target audience and marketing goals.
- Coordinates the ordering of product for displays
- Inspired and trained team members in both creative and logistical aspects of visual merchandising, equipping colleagues to design and implement innovative displays.
Interior Designer
Interior Concepts Consulting Business
Orlando, FL
07.2001 - 03.2003
- Interior Finish Specifications for healthcare facilities
- Furniture and Art Specifications for Healthcare facilities
- Assisted clients successfully by choosing furnishings consistent with preferences and budget.
- Projects: Medical Associates Suite,Albany ,Ga.;Florida Hospital East Medical Plaza; Surgical Specialist and Rehab,and Audiologist Suite;and Orlando Ophthalmology Surgery Center,Orlando ,Fl
Senior Interior Designer
Commons Medical Development
Orlando, FL
09.1999 - 07.2001
- Interior Finish Specifications for healthcare facilities
- Furniture and Art Specifications for healthcare facilities
- Projects: Asheville Cardiology Center, Asheville,NC; Gulfcoast Endoscopy Center, Venice, Fl.; Bayou Bernard Professional Center, Gulfport,La; and Heart Center,Port Charlotte, Fl
Sales Associate
Scan Design (Interior Décor Center-Inspiration Sho
Orlando, FL
03.1997 - 09.1998
- Executed inside sales of high-end furniture and accessories, achieving sales targets.
- Developed and implemented effective merchandising strategies for showroom displays.
- Provided interior design services, including furniture layout planning and specifications.
Design Assistant
Kay Green Design and Merchandising
Orlando, FL
01.1995 - 11.1996
- Supported design team by preparing presentations and layout mock-ups.
- Assisted in sourcing materials and suppliers for design projects.
- Researched fixtures and furnishings aligned with project requirements and design style.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines efficiently.
- Ordered fabric and finish samples to view options in person.
- Grouped finish selections and prepared professional design boards for client presentations.
Department Manager
Crate and Barrel
West Palm Beach, Florida
08.1991 - 12.1994
- Coordinated inventory management to maintain optimal stock levels.
- Addressed customer inquiries and resolved issues promptly and professionally.
- Handled shift overstock, restocking, and inventory control.
- Worked closely with sales associates to complete tasks.
- Performed opening and closing duties as part of management team and handled cash management.
- Managed daily operations to ensure efficient store functionality.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Interior Design (Licensed ID 0003395)
Florida State University
Tallahassee, FL05.1991
Skills
- Problem solving
- Visual merchandising
- Display product planning
- Product ordering
- Effective communication
- Time management
- As 400
- Knowledge of AutoCAD
- Microsoft Office
Timeline
Visual Display Coordinator
City Furniture
08.2018 - Current
Visual Display Manager
CITY FURNITURE
05.2011 - 11.2015
Interior Designer
Interior Concepts Consulting Business
07.2001 - 03.2003
Senior Interior Designer
Commons Medical Development
09.1999 - 07.2001
Sales Associate
Scan Design (Interior Décor Center-Inspiration Sho
03.1997 - 09.1998
Design Assistant
Kay Green Design and Merchandising
01.1995 - 11.1996
Department Manager
Crate and Barrel
08.1991 - 12.1994
Bachelor of Science - Interior Design (Licensed ID 0003395)
Florida State University