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Leah Guarneri

Manalapan,NJ

Summary

Confident and creative with knack for trend analysis and product selection. Possesses deep understanding of market research and inventory management, along with strong visual merchandising and communication skills. Driven to elevate brand presence and maximize sales opportunities through strategic product placements.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Keyholder Manager

Garage Clothing Store
05.2024 - 08.2025
  • Accepted and processed customer returns.
  • Maintained a visually appealing store environment, guaranteeing a positive shopping experience for customers.
  • Managed daily operations efficiently, including opening and closing procedures, cash handling, and scheduling employees'' shifts.
  • Resolved customer complaints promptly, fostering a high level of satisfaction and loyalty among patrons.
  • Collaborated with regional managers to develop localized marketing strategies that drove foot traffic and revenue growth.
  • Opened inventory boxes and restocked shelves.
  • Enhanced store sales by effectively managing staff and implementing targeted promotional campaigns.
  • Adapted store layout according to changing seasons or promotional events, maximizing visual impact for enhanced sales results.
  • Boosted overall team performance with regular coaching sessions, addressing individual strengths and areas for improvement.
  • Mentored junior employees by sharing knowledge about best practices in retail management.
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with customers and vendors to establish rapport and build trust.
  • Streamlined opening and closing procedures as integral member of store staff.

Sales Associate

Garage Clothing Store
03.2023 - 05.2024
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
  • Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
  • Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
  • Answered customer questions about sizing, accessories, and merchandise care.
  • Solved customer challenges by offering relevant products and services.

Retail Keyholder

Francesca's Boutique
08.2022 - 03.2023
  • Kept close eye on department employees and customers to assess theft risks and maintain loss prevention goals.
  • Maintained clean, adequately stocked, and organized store by streamlining daily operations and introducing new procedures.
  • Educated staff on strategies for handling difficult customers and challenging situations.
  • Trained newly hired sales team in upselling techniques.
  • Marked-down clearance items and relocated merchandise to proper store areas.
  • Swept and mopped floor, wiped windows and fixtures after closing to maintain organized and tidy store.
  • Assisted with team responsibilities by cleaning, managing cash registers, and product merchandising.
  • Trained and supervised new employees to apply best practices in customer service and store operations.
  • Oversaw store operations by counting cash drawers, reviewing equipment management, and supervising staff.
  • Met sales targets consistently for each shift by positively engaging customers and delivering high levels of service.
  • Worked with store manager to create employee schedules.
  • Assisted store cashiers during peak sales times.
  • Rearranged racks and shelving based on seasonal planograms.
  • Conducted routine audits of store presentation standards, ensuring adherence to visual merchandising guidelines.

Education

High School Diploma -

Manalapan High School
Manalapan, NJ

BBA - Fashion Merchandising

LIM College
Manhattan, NY
05-2027

Associate of Arts - Fashion Merchandising

Brookdale Community College
Lincroft, NJ
05-2025

Skills

  • Team management
  • Customer service
  • Store maintenance
  • Drawer counting
  • Time management
  • Attention to detail
  • Multitasking
  • Reliability
  • Fashion sense and styling
  • Personal styling
  • Product knowledge
  • Visual merchandising

Timeline

Keyholder Manager

Garage Clothing Store
05.2024 - 08.2025

Sales Associate

Garage Clothing Store
03.2023 - 05.2024

Retail Keyholder

Francesca's Boutique
08.2022 - 03.2023

High School Diploma -

Manalapan High School

BBA - Fashion Merchandising

LIM College

Associate of Arts - Fashion Merchandising

Brookdale Community College

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