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Latascha Abdul-Rahman

Phoenix,AZ

Summary

Independent Merchandising Coordinator desiring a position, that requires a broad mix of skills to utilize my expertise in merchandising, recognizing trends, communication, and creativity, offering training and development while showcasing exceptional customer service. Authorized to work in the US for any employer

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Merchandise Coordinator

Retail Assistance Corporation
05.2024 - Current
  • Coordinated merchandise planning and allocation to optimize inventory levels across multiple retail locations.
  • Streamlined processes for product assortment and replenishment, enhancing overall operational efficiency.
  • Managed relationships with vendors to ensure timely delivery of products and resolve supply chain issues.
  • Developed merchandising strategies that improved product visibility and enhanced customer engagement in stores.

Independent Consultant/CEO

Galmmedup by Tsharelle
11.2019 - Current
  • Executes daily operations and all functions of business including outstanding customer service, personal consulting and styling for jewelry clients.
  • Maintaining monthly sales projections compared to Ly. Facilitates team building exercises for growth and inclusion.
  • Purchasing, merchandising, stocking inventory, displaying and selling inventory.

Independent Visual Merchandise Coordinator

Winston Retail
06.2022 - 06.2024
  • Proficient in High level execution of all projects according to a planogram, sizing, stocking & filling in merchandise on the selling floor as well as relationship building.
  • Responsible for maintaining a flexible schedule as a self starter I am able to maintain a high level of execution based on business needs and support for all brands represented.
  • Completion daily of photography of all brands represented both before and after as well as uploading and submitting a specific detailed report.

Executive Style Merchandising Manager

Macy's
11.2022 - 08.2023
  • My role is responsible for leading a team who ensures that all merchandise execution, price changes, stock level allocation and monthly execution guides are completed on a daily and weekly basis. In addition to partnering with department managers and divisional partners to ensure that the products are properly placed and driving business based on sales figures. Connections are made with store colleagues/associates thru training and people development.

Reservations Customer Service Agent

Southwest Airlines
02.2010 - 11.2019
  • Identifies customer concerns and resolutions daily by demonstrating the "golden rule," as well as performs duties as a SCO/SOD.
  • Operates reservation service systems, Microsoft outlook Web and multi-line phone systems.
  • Completed reservations training, interviewing Southwest style and received numerous commendations from CEO for customer service.

Floating Sales Manager

New York & Company
06.2009 - 02.2010
  • Provided outstanding customer service through customer interaction and selling credit tools and services.
  • Supervised, delegated and assisted staff in sales performance and daily tasks.
  • Responsible for recording daily/weekly/monthly sales projections to compare with Ly.

Group Sales Manager

Macy's
01.2001 - 06.2009
  • Coordinated annual Gala's for Cosmetics, Men's & Women's Fragrances, trunk shows for Fine Jewelry, seasonal Fashion shows Junior's and Children's as well as Lingerie Fit Events.
  • Communicated business analysis weekly with Store Manager, Divisional Manager, Visual Manager and Cosmetics account executives. Participated quarterly in seasonal training and implemented launches for Cosmetics products, Fine Jewelry and Fashion Jewelry and Accessories. Maintained loss prevention standards successfully.

Education

Fashion Merchandising -

Cal State University Long Beach
Long Beach, CA
05.1999

No Degree - Business Management

GCU
Phoenix, AZ

Skills

  • Customer Service (10 years)
  • Call Center (9 years)
  • Customer Support (10 years)
  • Customer Care
  • Store Management Experience (10 years)
  • Business Requirements (10 years)
  • Google Suite (9 years)
  • Business Analysis (10 years)
  • Merchandising (10 years)
  • Purchasing (3 years)
  • Planograms (10 years)
  • Loss Prevention (10 years)
  • Quality Assurance (10 years)
  • Requirements Gathering
  • Procurement (3 years)

Languages

English

Timeline

Merchandise Coordinator

Retail Assistance Corporation
05.2024 - Current

Executive Style Merchandising Manager

Macy's
11.2022 - 08.2023

Independent Visual Merchandise Coordinator

Winston Retail
06.2022 - 06.2024

Independent Consultant/CEO

Galmmedup by Tsharelle
11.2019 - Current

Reservations Customer Service Agent

Southwest Airlines
02.2010 - 11.2019

Floating Sales Manager

New York & Company
06.2009 - 02.2010

Group Sales Manager

Macy's
01.2001 - 06.2009

Fashion Merchandising -

Cal State University Long Beach

No Degree - Business Management

GCU
Latascha Abdul-Rahman