Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Brand Ambassador & Key Holder
David Yurman
Naples
04.2023 - Current
4+ million in annual sales per year
Recommended, selected and helped locate merchandise based on guest needs and desires.
Organized and carried out promotional events, set up, and tore down event sites and interacted with customers.
Increased sales and brand awareness through face-to-face marketing.
Built lasting relationships with customers by delivering first-call resolution.
Cultivated brand loyalty by building relationships with key customers.
Assisted in organizing community outreach initiatives to enhance brand visibility.
Managed inventory of promotional materials for events and campaigns.
Promoted positive company image through superior customer service experiences.
Fine Jewelry Sales Associate
Saks Fifth Avenue
Naples
11.2022 - 05.2023
Educated clients on jewelry care and maintenance for long-term satisfaction.
Processed transactions accurately using point-of-sale systems and cash handling procedures.
Maintained an organized display of merchandise to enhance customer experience.
Conducted inventory checks to ensure stock levels met customer demand consistently.
Utilized social media platforms to promote products and services.
Resolved customer complaints in an efficient and courteous manner.
Executive Office Manager & Assistant to SVP
Saks Fifth Avenue
Naples
01.2022 - 02.2023
Managed daily office operations and administrative functions for executive team.
Coordinated schedules, meetings, and travel arrangements for senior executives.
Oversaw office supply inventory and procurement processes to maintain functionality.
Developed and implemented office policies to improve workflow efficiency.
Facilitated communication between departments to support project initiatives.
Trained and mentored junior staff on administrative best practices.
Organized company events and meetings to enhance team collaboration.
Maintained confidential documents and records in compliance with company standards.
Maintained an organized filing system for easy retrieval of documents when needed.
Assisted with the preparation of presentations for executive team meetings.
Greeted visitors upon arrival at the office; scheduled appointments; arranged refreshments for visitors when necessary.
Created and distributed agendas prior to executive staff meetings.
Prepared expense reports and maintained budget records.
Specialized Operations Associate for High End Jewelry and Luxury Watches
Saks Fifth Avenue
Naples
08.2021 - 01.2022
Intake, Inspect and authorize all incoming Jewelry from vendors, store, and clients
Inspect, authorize, and facilitate all outgoing jewelry to Vendors, stores, and clients
Assist management and high dollar selling associates sell/show jewelry
Act as main associate to facilitate all movement with merchandise kept in safe
Assist in all special client request/issue, repairs, and special orders
Plan, schedule and execute trunk shows
Maintain visual merchandising within the cases/product placement
Customer Service Expert
Hyde Park Jewelers
10.2020 - 02.2021
Position is very diverse and attains many responsibilities and knowledge.
In close vendor contact for repair/servicing of timepieces/jewelry, assessing estimates and advanced problem solving. Responsible for the contact between vendor/jeweler and client on proceeding with varying types of issues within jewelry/timepiece. Brands most commonly working with but not limited to: Rolex - Patek Pillipe - Chanel - Cartier - Panerai - Jager Lecoultre - Tag heuer - Omega - Breitling - Baume Mercier
Intake repairs from all Hyde Park stores in and out of state and coordinate with shipping department
Assessing jewelry needing repair and providing estimate/cost/timeframe to clients
Knowledge of metals, stones, and general jewelry design, able to assess repairs needed
Data entry for all incoming repairs (In-house and vendor repair, timepieces and fine jewelry)
Assisting the sales and management team in watch strap/bracelet sizing/changing
Ability to order parts, links, and watch straps/bracelets for all major watch brands listed above
Work closely with the Jewelry Designer in the workflow of getting all customs to client
Advanced problem solving benefiting client while being efficient with time and cost while following policy/procedure
Breitling, Omega and Roberto Coin Specialist
Hyde Park Jewelers
06.2020 - 10.2020
Received training certification for Breitling and Omega Timepieces
Assisted in opening new Omega boutique
Luxury Clean Beauty Advisor
Aillea (Larimer and Cherry Creek)
06.2019 - 06.2020
Knowledge and understanding of clean beauty products
Educating clients in toxic free products
Assess skin conditions and provide correct treatments
Makeup application
Hosting popups, events, and spa parties
Key holder
Personal Assistant
Self Employed
07.2017 - 05.2020
Coordinate appointments for personal & business reasons
Facilitate travel plans between homes
Effectively maintain precision of business projects working under time constraints
Maintain relations between many industry professionals
Make executive decisions when needed and taken responsibility to problem solve
Luxury Jewelry Sales Associate
John Atencio Goldsmith
08.2016 - 07.2017
Display merchandise in a visually appealing way
Assisting customers with purchases, repairs and cleaning of jewelry
Assist customers in designing custom jewelry
General knowledge on how jewelry is made
Extensive knowledge on different metals, gemstones and diamonds
Filing / organizing paperwork / operation of store
Extensive computer use and general office duties
Maintain long term relations with clients, gem cutters, diamond vendors, and business professionals
Inventory control and data entry
Open and close store
Key holder
Sales Consultant
Kay Jewelers, Cherry Creek CO
03.2015 - 08.2016
Set up/take down merchandise as well as opening and closing store
General cleaning
Assisting customers with purchases, returns, special orders, repairs, inspections and cleaning of jewelry
Filing paperwork and organization
Basic computer use light office work
Key holder
Education
Bachelor - Fashion Design
The Art Institute of Colorado
Denver, CO
01.2019
High School -
Davies High School
Fargo, ND
Skills
Driven
Cheerful
Energetic
Quick learner
Complex problem solving
Effective time management
Strong organizational skills
Independent worker
Strong communication skills
Focused on customer satisfaction
Self motivated professional
Incorporated feedback quickly
Forward thinking mindset
Strong initiative
Resourcefulness
Ability to prioritize
Superb attention to detail
Dedicated team player
Customer relationship management
Sales forecasting
Brand awareness
Community outreach
Effective communication
Problem solving
Time management
Attention to detail
Strategic thinking
Sales
References
Cheryl Dobbins, Previous hiring manager at David Yurman (919) 389-8338
Linda Sisca, Previous supervisor as SOA at Saks Fifth Avenue (239) 200-2622