Jessica Noftsinger
Cleveland
Summary
Dynamic leader in retail management focused on driving sales growth through innovative merchandising strategies. Enhances customer engagement and operational efficiency by managing product lifecycles and developing high-performing teams in diverse retail environments.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Product Manager
Athleta
Westlake
06.2025 - Current
- Managed product lifecycle from concept through launch at Athleta.
- Drove profitable sales growth through strategic customer engagement and merchandising initiatives.
- Improved operational effectiveness through targeted initiatives in product operations.
- Supported execution of store strategy, achieving all performance objectives.
Established strong store culture, enhancing brand presence for customers.
- Collaborated with general manager and assistant general manager to implement coaching and training.
- Supported execution of store strategy, achieving all performance objectives.Established strong store culture, enhancing brand presence for customers.
Assistant Store Manager
Fabletics
Westlake
04.2022 - Current
- Oversaw daily business KPIs to exceed weekly and monthly company goals.
Coached and developed team members to maintain professionalism and enthusiasm.
- Expertly solicited memberships through strong relationship building with customers.
- Managed hiring processes for visual staff and community engagement workout classes.
Assistant Manager - Visual Merchandising
Gap Inc.
Westlake
08.2021 - 04.2022
- Led visual merchandising across major departments, including Gap, Gap Kids, and Baby Gap, ensuring alignment with brand standards.
- Executed bi-monthly product flows, enhancing store layout, mannequin displays, and window visuals to boost customer engagement.
- Partnered with visual team to maintain compliance with company standards, driving consistency in visual presentation.
- Monitored weekly reports to adjust product placement based on sales trends.
- Trained team on product knowledge and fostered personal accountability among staff.
Assistant Manager
Barnes and Nobles College Book Sellers
09.2018 - 05.2021
Associate Manager - Visual Merchandising
J. Crew
Cleveland
09.2014 - 03.2018
Assistant Manager Operations
Gap Inc.
09.2010 - 09.2014
Store Manager
Borders Inc.
11.2000 - 09.2010
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Printmaking Concentration, Women's Studies
KENT STATE UNIVERSITY
Kent, OH05-2009
Skills
- Retail management and marketing
- Customer relations and relationship building
- Visual merchandising
- Money handling and point of sale systems
- Recruitment
Timeline
Product Manager
Athleta
06.2025 - Current
Assistant Store Manager
Fabletics
04.2022 - Current
Assistant Manager - Visual Merchandising
Gap Inc.
08.2021 - 04.2022
Assistant Manager
Barnes and Nobles College Book Sellers
09.2018 - 05.2021
Associate Manager - Visual Merchandising
J. Crew
09.2014 - 03.2018
Assistant Manager Operations
Gap Inc.
09.2010 - 09.2014
Store Manager
Borders Inc.
11.2000 - 09.2010
Bachelor of Arts - Printmaking Concentration, Women's Studies
KENT STATE UNIVERSITY