MAUREEN PEARE
Jersey City,NJ
Summary
Results-driven sales manager bringing several years of experience in product development, promotion and optimization. Skilled in developing lasting client relationships based on knowledgeable support and consistent service. Demonstrated success in building networks and supporting branding objectives. Experienced in fast-paced environments and adaptable to last-minute changes. Thrives under pressure and consistently earns high marks for work quality and speed.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
SENIOR SALES DIRECTOR, EVENING AND READY TO WEAR
PRABAL GURUNG
04.2023 - Current
- Launched the luxury eveningwear department singlehandedly, sales reached $1 million in our first year with 20 clients.
- Developed and implemented sales strategies to maximize customer satisfaction and expand revenue streams.
- Analyzed competitors' pricing models and identified opportunities to enhance profit margins.
- Collaborated cross-functionally with Design, Production, and Marketing to drive successful sales outcomes.
- Monitored sales trends, identified potential markets, and developed targeted campaigns to reach new customers.
- Generated quarterly sales forecasts using historical data and predictive analytics tools.
- Promoted in June 2024 to handle the RTW division, in addition to Evening.
SALES MANAGER
THEIA & KAY UNGER | JS GROUP
03.2022 - 03.2023
- Managed and developed the Kay Unger and Theia Evening brands' specialty store business globally, achieving a growth of $150,000 and acquiring/regaining 50 new clients
- Coordinated seasonal markets in NYC and attended regional trade shows in Atlanta and Dallas quarterly to generate new business
- Collaborated with Design Teams to address wholesale clients' needs and developed strategies for new business acquisition and fulfilling eveningwear needs in specific regions
- Liaised with Accounting and Customer Service Teams to ensure timely order processing and shipment and handled customer service inquiries with accounts
- Strategized with Merchandising and Sales Directors on product development to ensure clients' needs were met
- Created Product Knowledge guidebooks and Linesheets to assist customers with ordering
- Proficient in Joor and NuOrder
SALES MANAGER
REEM ACRA
07.2018 - 03.2022
- Oversaw eveningwear wholesale sales for Reem Acra globally, increasing sales by $350,000
- Monitored production reports and notified accounts on the status of shipments, while speaking with wholesale partners weekly to understand their business and identify opportunities to maximize sell-throughs
- Managed and developed relationships with retail partners, including Net-a-Porter, Saks Fifth Avenue, Bergdorf Goodman, Bloomingdales, Elizabeth Anthony, Fifty One East, Symphony, Al Othman, 11 Honore, and Esti's
- Organized weekly sales data for upper management and collaborated with the Company President on financial forecasting and budgeting
- Analyzed trends and created reports to provide plans for business development, identifying new points of distribution to build and expand the business
- Planned and executed market weeks and visits to partners for trunk shows, strategizing with upper management to execute overall expansion plans
- Provided customer service for wholesale accounts, including shipping updates, product-related assistance, and return authorizations
- Worked cross-functionally with Production, Design, Accounting/Finance teams to ensure the eveningwear department ran smoothly
ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE
TOMAS MAIER | KERING
07.2014 - 07.2018
- Spearhead the North American Wholesale business for men's and women's RTW and accessories, representing major and specialty buyers, including Neiman Marcus, Saks Fifth Avenue, Bergdorf Goodman, Barneys, Goop, Elyse Walker, Intermix, and Holt Renfrew
- Develop and prepare linesheets, manage orders, and generate sell-through reports for the CEO to drive growth and profitability
- Build and maintain strong relationships with local Wholesale partners, ensuring visual merchandising standards are met while maximizing brand exposure and revenue opportunities
- Deliver Product Knowledge Trainings to Wholesale Partners, providing expert guidance and support to sales associates
- Coordinate closely with Customer Service Specialist, ensuring timely fulfillment of orders and prompt resolution of any issues
WHOLESALE CUSTOMER SERVICE SPECIALIST
KERING
11.2010 - 07.2014
- Support Wholesale sales teams for Gucci, Saint Laurent, Sergio Rossi, Bottega Veneta and Tomas Maier with market preparation, order entry, and order confirmation review to ensure accuracy and timeliness of shipment
- Provide timely and accurate shipping reports to customers and sales on a weekly basis, ensuring smooth delivery of goods
- Liaise with importing and warehouse teams to ensure timely receipt and shipment of goods, and provide finance department with daily reports on shipped and in-transit goods
- Monitor EDI and manual orders and analyze customer order reports to optimize revenue and volume, while also supporting Wholesale and Retail teams in transferring merchandise to areas of highest demand
- Collaborate with Accounts Payable to review chargebacks and resolve vendor compliance issues
- Coordinate with European counterparts and Inventory Control to implement price changes and ensure timely communication to all customers
ASSISTANT MANAGER
BCBGMAXAZRIA
08.2008 - 11.2010
- Face-to-face sales with top customers in a retail environment, while managing and maintaining visual displays and promotions as a shop manager in Livingston, NJ
- Achieved higher sales ratios and developed key customer relationships through ongoing sales training, merchandising, and promotion awareness
Education
Bachelor of Arts Degree - Communications Arts, International Business
RAMAPO COLLEGE OF NEW JERSEY
Mahwah, NJ05-2008
Skills
- Sales territory growth
- Client acquisition
- Rapport and relationship building
- Revenue Growth
- Brand Promotion
- Market and competitive analysis
- Sales operations
- Analytical problem solver
Timeline
SENIOR SALES DIRECTOR, EVENING AND READY TO WEAR
PRABAL GURUNG
04.2023 - Current
SALES MANAGER
THEIA & KAY UNGER | JS GROUP
03.2022 - 03.2023
SALES MANAGER
REEM ACRA
07.2018 - 03.2022
ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE
TOMAS MAIER | KERING
07.2014 - 07.2018
WHOLESALE CUSTOMER SERVICE SPECIALIST
KERING
11.2010 - 07.2014
ASSISTANT MANAGER
BCBGMAXAZRIA
08.2008 - 11.2010
Bachelor of Arts Degree - Communications Arts, International Business
RAMAPO COLLEGE OF NEW JERSEY
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