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Ky Benoit

Cliffside Park,NEW JERSEY

Summary

Dynamic, solutions-oriented operations and field leader with over 20 years of experience managing high-performing teams, multi-unit logistics, and business operations in fast-paced, customer-focused environments. Proven expertise in budget oversight, event planning, team development, and operational systems that drive organizational excellence. Passionate about building positive cultures, optimizing processes, and creating spaces that support learning, engagement, and growth.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Director of Sales and Education

Kulfi Beauty
08.2023 - 02.2025
  • Directed regional field operations, training logistics, and team performance across 4 major markets, ensuring consistency, excellence, and accountability.
  • Managed a dynamic rotating team of field educators and freelance staff, with a focus on onboarding, coaching, and driving KPIs.
  • Oversaw planning and execution of high-impact regional events, including scheduling, inventory management, budget tracking, vendor coordination, and staff deployment.
  • Collaborated with corporate leadership and retail partners to ensure brand standards, systemized processes, and operational alignment.
  • Traveled frequently to support school/store environments, troubleshoot issues, and ensure visual and procedural standards were upheld.

Sales & Education Manager – Gucci & Burberry

Coty Prestige
04.2018 - 02.2020
  • Managed operations and team development for Saks and Nordstrom locations during Gucci Beauty’s boutique launch.
  • Delivered team training, led business planning, and ensured systems were in place to support daily success and customer experience.
  • Partnered with corporate and store teams to align staffing, forecasting, budget use, and merchandising execution.

Business Account Manager

Christian Louboutin
01.2016 - 04.2018


  • Oversaw daily business operations across Bergdorf Goodman, Saks, and Sephora NYC, achieving $4.2M in annual sales.
  • Handled event logistics, supply orders, visual standards, and operational excellence across three locations.
  • Built and maintained strong relationships with store leadership and vendor partners to support seamless execution.

Store Manager

Bobbi Brown Cosmetics
04.2013 - 10.2015


  • Led all aspects of store operations, team management, and community engagement.
  • Managed hiring, scheduling, payroll, inventory, and compliance.
  • Developed systems to improve team communication, track sales goals, and elevate the client experience.

Acting Business Manager/Product Specialist

MAC Cosmetics
05.2002 - 04.2013
  • Recruited and led a team of 40 artists across 3 top-performing locations generating over $5M in annual revenue.
  • Created and implemented daily systems for scheduling, training, event planning, and product tracking.
  • Co-led budget planning, analyzed KPIs, and developed visual and educational strategies to meet and exceed goals.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Communications And Media

Hofstra University
Hempstead, NY

Skills

  • Revenue growth

  • Sales funnel management

  • Team Management & Cross-Functional Leadership

  • Operational Excellence & Daily Execution

  • Event & Logistics Coordination

  • Budget Planning & Financial Oversight

  • Vendor & Partner Relationship Building

  • Systems Creation & Process Optimization

  • Internal Communication & Stakeholder Engagement

  • Talent Development & Coaching

  • High Attention to Detail & Quality Standards

  • Territory management

Languages

Spanish
Limited Working
Portuguese
Limited Working
French
Elementary

Timeline

Director of Sales and Education

Kulfi Beauty
08.2023 - 02.2025

Sales & Education Manager – Gucci & Burberry

Coty Prestige
04.2018 - 02.2020

Business Account Manager

Christian Louboutin
01.2016 - 04.2018

Store Manager

Bobbi Brown Cosmetics
04.2013 - 10.2015

Acting Business Manager/Product Specialist

MAC Cosmetics
05.2002 - 04.2013

Bachelor of Arts - Communications And Media

Hofstra University

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