Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
References
Timeline
Generic

Kharmia Schanks

Saint Paul,MN

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Business Manager Assistant

Acosta
Eden Prairie, MN
01.2025 - Current
  • Managed sales agreements through online customer portals.
  • Gained extensive experience in the CPG industry while working with UNFI, a leading distributor in the sector.
  • Maintained client financial tools to create customer events and maintenance.
  • Provided data supports submissions of price changes, item setup requests, and customer-facing information in customer portals.
  • Facilitated communication flow between wholesaler and customer.

Stylist Sales Associate

Kate Spade
Eagan, MN
11.2024 - Current
  • Received and displayed product shipments on store retail shelves upon delivery.
  • Assisted teammates with sales-processing tasks to meet daily sales goals.
  • Processed returns, exchanges, and refunds in accordance with company policies.
  • Processed transactions using a point-of-sale system.

Sales Administrative Assistant

Jellycat
Minneapolis, MN
03.2024 - 07.2024
  • Handled sales representative inquiries related to orders, product replacements, and credits.
  • Updated catalog content to reflect accurate product details.
  • Developed detailed reports to assist sales representatives.
  • Assisted the Director of Sales Administration.
  • Maintained stock room organization and inventory levels.
  • Managed email correspondence and documented meeting discussions.

Merchandising Specialist

Bluestem Brands Inc.
Eden Prairie, MN
10.2021 - 03.2024
  • Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
  • Managed vendor communication and streamlined the vendor onboarding process to ensure seamless integration and collaboration.
  • Managed the e-commerce platform by keeping product descriptions updated, along with pricing changes, and updating images.
  • Oversaw sample preparation for photography.
  • Proficient in managing home goods and furnishing categories.
  • Coordinated and executed product setup.

Stylist

Stitch Fix
Minneapolis, MN
09.2020 - 11.2021
  • Curated a selection of five apparel and accessory items for customer.
  • Helped clients look and feel their best selves through establishing relationships, being wardrobe problem solvers, and using Stitch Fix’s unique blend of art and science to help clients find what they love.
  • Advised clients on how best to accessorize outfits according to their body type.

Sales Associate

Sunglass Hut
Woodbury, MN
02.2017 - 09.2020
  • Conducted inventories on a regular basis to track stock levels.
  • Comprehensive understanding of optical frames and lens technology.
  • Helped customers find specific products, answered questions, and offered product advice.
  • Tracked sales performance metrics to identify trends in market place.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Apparel Design

Saint Catherine University
Saint Paul, MN
05-2020

Skills

  • Sales management
  • Customer relationship management
  • Financial tools management
  • Data analysis
  • Vendor communication
  • E-commerce management
  • Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign
  • Bilingual: English and French
  • SAP
  • Oracle RMS
  • Inventory Management
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office and Excel
  • Analytical Problem Solver
  • Quick Learner
  • Meticulous Attention to Detail

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Business Manager Assistant

Acosta
01.2025 - Current

Stylist Sales Associate

Kate Spade
11.2024 - Current

Sales Administrative Assistant

Jellycat
03.2024 - 07.2024

Merchandising Specialist

Bluestem Brands Inc.
10.2021 - 03.2024

Stylist

Stitch Fix
09.2020 - 11.2021

Sales Associate

Sunglass Hut
02.2017 - 09.2020

Bachelor of Science - Apparel Design

Saint Catherine University
Kharmia Schanks