Martine Body
Columbus
Summary
Performance-driven Vice President with [Number] years of experience aligning systems with business requirements, policies and regulatory requirements. Passionate about applying excellent organization and communication skills to manage and lead teams. Results-oriented individual well-versed in interfacing and consulting on business processes to drive results based on sound overall business judgment. Talented Vice President with excellent employee development, customer service and analytics skills coupled with more than [Number] years of experience. Comfortable giving engaging presentations to clients to drive new business, expand accounts and establish brand profile. Excellent team builder and leader of initiatives.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Vice President - SD&C & Facilities
Express
06.2022 - Current
- Cultivated strong relationships with key stakeholders, including customers, vendors, regulators, and community leaders to promote collaboration and long-term success.
- Led cross-functional teams for the successful completion of major projects, resulting in increased efficiency and client satisfaction.
- Demonstrated proficient leadership skills to motivate employees and build competent teams.
- Collaborated with senior management to develop strategic initiatives and long term goals.
- Established performance goals for department and provided methods for reaching milestones.
- Managed financial planning and budgeting processes, ensuring fiscal responsibility and maximizing return on investments.
- Championed talent development programs, promoting employee engagement and retention while enhancing overall workforce capabilities.
- Transformed customer experience by designing and executing comprehensive service improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing satisfaction levels.
- Enhanced company profitability by implementing strategic business plans and optimizing operational processes.
Director - SD&C
Express
03.2015 - 06.2022
International Store Design Manager
Express
07.2012 - 03.2015
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
- Controlled costs to keep business operating within budget and increase profits.
- Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development.
- Communicated clearly with employees, suppliers and stakeholders to keep everyone on same page and working toward established business goals.
- Facilitated successful cross-functional collaborations for the completion of key projects, fostering strong working relationships among team members.
Store Designer
Express
05.2011 - 07.2012
- Provided training and guidance to new team members, fostering a supportive and collaborative work environment.
- Improved store functionality with innovative fixture designs tailored to specific product categories, enabling efficient stocking and restocking processes.
- Increased sales performance by implementing effective visual merchandising strategies for various product lines.
- Influenced positive customer feedback by designing engaging retail environments that showcased products effectively and enhanced the overall shopping experience.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop cohesive store designs that aligned with brand identity and marketing campaigns.
- Participated in ongoing store evaluations, making recommendations for improvements and implementing changes as needed to maintain a competitive edge.
- Stayed current on industry trends and best practices through regular attendance at trade shows, workshops, and professional development opportunities, applying new knowledge to ongoing projects as appropriate.
Store Designer
Asset Strategies Group
11.2010 - 05.2011
Design Intern to Assc. Brand Designer
GSW
04.2009 - 11.2010
Design Intern to Consultant
Limited Brands Inc.
01.2008 - 10.2008
Education
Bachelors of Fine Arts - Interior Design
Columbus College of Art And Design
Columbus, OH05.2008
Skills
- Team Leadership & Development
- Budget Creation & Oversight
- Strategic Planning & Critical Thinking
- Complex Problem-Solving & Decision-Making
- Performance metrics analysis
- Cross Functional Influencer
- Operational Execution
- Coaching and Mentoring
Certificates / Affiliations
Passionate about friends/family, travel, entertaining, nature & productive projects
Timeline
Vice President - SD&C & Facilities
Express
06.2022 - Current
Director - SD&C
Express
03.2015 - 06.2022
International Store Design Manager
Express
07.2012 - 03.2015
Store Designer
Express
05.2011 - 07.2012
Store Designer
Asset Strategies Group
11.2010 - 05.2011
Design Intern to Assc. Brand Designer
GSW
04.2009 - 11.2010
Design Intern to Consultant
Limited Brands Inc.
01.2008 - 10.2008
Bachelors of Fine Arts - Interior Design
Columbus College of Art And Design