Justin Gross
Tampa,FL
Summary
Dynamic and sales-driven professional with over 1 year of proven experience in product merchandising, merchandising operations, retail operations, visual merchandising, management, sales, and customer service within the Nike retail industry. Demonstrated expertise in men's lifestyle apparel/footwear and proficient in inventory management. Recognized for cultivating innovation, strategic thinking, and developing others as key leadership strengths. Looking to begin my career in the sales industry. Possesses a growth mindset, strong learning agility, and drives impact through individual, team, and business initiatives. A dedicated salesman with exceptional organizational, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills. Thrives in collaborative team environments and consistently contributes to team success. Known for independent thinking and generating innovative ideas, with experience in both formal and non-formal work fields.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales Associate
Nike Live by Hyde Park
12.2021 - Current
- Associate that produced & achieved the highest opening sales by Nike Live making 105k on Grand Opening
- Top performer among coworkers
- Assisted in athlete training and equip teammates with the tools to succeed
- Expert in product knowledge and consumer experience
- Visual and floor merchandising
- Inventory management: RFID Scans, audits and processing shipments
Cigar Sales
Casa de Montecristo
03.2019 - 02.2021
- Built the bond between consumer and employee by providing superior service and adapting brand stories to the bar setting
- Maintained knowledge of various store departments and operate cash register for regular transactions
- Sold cigars and gained B2B knowledge with inventory management
- Performed shipping and receiving duties, stock the floor, perform cleaning duties, and build visual displays when necessary
- Managed inventory for cigar supply and also assisted with inventory for bar supply
Intern
Access Wealth Management
06.2018 - 09.2018
- Assisted with account reviews and preparation for account reviews
- Collaborated with other interns to achieve accountability and success in the office
- Sat in 3 client meetings a day to get real experience.
Caterer
Olympia Catering Company
12.2016 - 06.2017
- Served catering guests by fulfilling orders, communicating requests to kitchen staff and routinely inquiring about customer satisfaction.
- Communicated with event coordinators and facility management to obtain appropriate catering accommodations.
- Provided friendly, courteous service to create memorable moments for guests.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - communications
University of South Florida
Tampa, FL06-2026
Associates Degree -
Hillsborough Community College
Brandon12-2023
Skills
- Ability to work under pressure
- Time management
- Flexible
- Effective Communicator
- Ability to influence
- Willingness to learn
- Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint
- Keynote
- Pivot tables
- Consumer Analysis
- Merchandising Tools
- Inventory Management
- B2B Sales
Accomplishments
2014-2015: Junior Varsity basketball
2014-2017: Member of Triangle Umpire Association
2014-2017: Leadership club
2014-2017: High School Varsity Baseball
2016-2017: Varsity Captain on baseball team
2016-2017: National Honor Society
2017: Honors Student
Hobbies and Interests
- Started a small business with a focus in streetwear and upcycled materials.
- Maintained relationships with manufacturers and patrons.
- Taught myself unique skills such as sewing and screen printing.
- Managed all orders and ensured customers received product in a timely manner.
Timeline
Sales Associate
Nike Live by Hyde Park
12.2021 - Current
Cigar Sales
Casa de Montecristo
03.2019 - 02.2021
Intern
Access Wealth Management
06.2018 - 09.2018
Caterer
Olympia Catering Company
12.2016 - 06.2017
Bachelor of Arts - communications
University of South Florida
Associates Degree -
Hillsborough Community College
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