Leah Sulejmangic
Lexington,KY
Summary
Dynamic Merchandising Manager with a proven track record at Stein Mart, enhancing store aesthetics and sales through strategic merchandise presentation and selection. Expert in staff supervision and complex problem-solving, I significantly boosted sales and team performance. Skilled in verbal communication, I excel in customer and team engagement, ensuring operational excellence and innovative display solutions.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Merchandising Manager/Associate
Stein Mart
08.2012 - 02.2020
- Managed seasonal transitions smoothly, minimizing disruptions while maintaining adequate stock levels.
- Optimized store displays and appearance via strategic merchandising.
- Evaluated merchandise assortment regularly to ensure alignment with consumer preferences and demands.
- Implemented innovative visual displays that captured attention and boosted sales significantly.
- Trained and supervised merchandising team members in best practices, improving overall performance.
- Completed efficient store resets to prepare store for special promotions and seasonal updates.
- Hired and trained purchasing staff to improve effectiveness of purchasing operations.
Color Manager
King's Gardens
03.2008 - 08.2012
- Worked with annual and perennials. Helped customers with planting needs and assisted them with what to plant.
- Control over inventory of plants
- Maintained and organized plant material
- Maintained plant health and attractiveness with proper sunlight, water, and nutrition.
- Maintained walkways and paths throughout gardens for safe navigation.
- Maintained a clean and inviting garden center environment for both employees and customers alike.
- Completed opening, closing, and shift change tasks efficiently to keep store ready for guests.
- Trained newly hired sales team in upselling techniques.
- Maximized sales through effective merchandising of plants, tools, and accessories.
- Coordinated deliveries of new stock, ensuring timely arrival and proper placement in the garden center.
Manager
Sunshine Grow Shop
03.2004 - 03.2008
- Worked with annuals and perennials
- Took in shipments during the week
- Trained new employee's on how to water and take care pf plant material
- Maintain the look of the shop
- Helped customers with planting needs
Education
High School Diploma -
Berea Community High School
Berea, KY05-1999
Skills
- Merchandise presentation
- Staff Supervision
- Merchandise Selection
- Verbal and written communication
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Time Management
Timeline
Merchandising Manager/Associate
Stein Mart
08.2012 - 02.2020
Color Manager
King's Gardens
03.2008 - 08.2012
Manager
Sunshine Grow Shop
03.2004 - 03.2008
High School Diploma -
Berea Community High School
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