Karen Devetski
Marietta,GA
Summary
Dynamic and results-oriented professional with extensive management experience at Linen & Flax as well as other high end retailers, excelling in visual merchandising and customer service. Proven track record of enhancing sales through innovative displays and fostering a collaborative team culture. Skilled in inventory management and building strong customer relationships, driving improved shopping experiences and satisfaction.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Sales/Visual Merchandiser
Linen & Flax
1025 Canton St., Roswell, Ga 30075
02.2020 - 02.2024
- Worked independently to implement new displays, promotions and store layout changes.
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
- Developed a strong company culture focused on employee engagement, collaboration, and continuous learning opportunities.
- Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
- Opened and closed location and monitored shift changes to uphold successful operations strategies and maximize business success.
- Managed mannequin styling, ensuring alignment with current fashion trends and company branding guidelines.
- Trained and supervised team members in visual merchandising techniques for consistent brand presentation across the store.
- Revamped store layout to improve customer flow and overall shopping experience, resulting in better customer satisfaction ratings.
- Updated signage regularly to reflect current promotions or markdowns, improving clarity for customers seeking sale items within the store environment.
- Analyzed sales data and customer feedback to develop creative solutions to improve customer experience.
- Recruited, interviewed and hired employees.
Product Merchandiser
Casio Usa
570 Mt. Pleasant Ave. Dover, NJ 07801
12.2010 - 10.2020
- Increased product visibility by strategically arranging merchandise displays in high-traffic areas.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by offering personalized product recommendations based on individual preferences and needs.
- Optimized inventory management, implementing a streamlined system for tracking stock levels and reordering products as needed.
- Reduced out-of-stock instances with diligent inventory monitoring and timely communication with suppliers.
- Regularly evaluated customer feedback and shopping patterns to identify opportunities for improvement in product offerings and presentation strategies.
- Facilitated clear communication between store management and staff regarding merchandising objectives, contributing to a cohesive and goal-oriented team environment.
- Assisted customers in locating desired products while maintaining an organized shopping environment through diligent upkeep of merchandise displays.
- Removed damaged, not-in-set and discontinued items from displays.
- Monitored inventory levels and kept adequate stock in product displays on sales floor.
- Greeted customers warmly and pleasantly answered inquiries.
- Educated customers on product features and answered questions regarding product use.
- Increased sales by effectively communicating product benefits.
Merchandising
Harolds
Northpoint Parkway, Alpharetta, Ga
09.2006 - 01.2009
- Enhanced sales performance by implementing effective merchandising strategies and visual displays.
- Assisted store manager in all store functions including sale set up, scheduling, banking, interviewing.
- Participated in weekly goal setting with associates in order to achieve store goals and maintain employee "buy in".
- Implemented monthly store sets and adjusted accordingly to our individual store needs.
Education
GED -
Niles High School
Niles, MI05-1979
Skills
- Extensive Management experience
- Visual merchandising and business driven
- Customer service and strong relationship skills
- Creative vision and adoptability
Timeline
Lead Sales/Visual Merchandiser
Linen & Flax
02.2020 - 02.2024
Product Merchandiser
Casio Usa
12.2010 - 10.2020
Merchandising
Harolds
09.2006 - 01.2009
GED -
Niles High School