Megan Downour
Canal Winchester,OH
Summary
Dynamic professional with extensive expertise and a commitment to achieving success. Proven ability to drive business growth and enhance operational efficiency. Recognized for fostering team collaboration and delivering impactful results while consistently exhibiting reliability, adaptability, and effective problem-solving skills. Proficient in sales, merchandising, product development, and customer relations, bringing a comprehensive approach to achieving organizational goals.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner
4M Logistics LLC.
01.2020 - Current
- Successfully built a robust customer base by catering to the shipping requirements of large companies
- My role requires extensive travel across the country and internationally to oversee and optimize shipping processes
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring timely delivery and optimal resource allocation.
- Developed and implemented efficient logistics strategies to enhance supply chain operations.
West Coast Regional Sales Manager
Swatch Group-RADO Switzerland
04.2017 - 01.2020
- Exceeded quarterly sales targets consistently by leveraging extensive product knowledge and effective selling techniques. Growing my territory by 46% in 2018 and 17% in 2019
- Developed and implemented training programs for sales teams to improve product knowledge and customer engagement
- Managed members of the marketing/visual/sales teams to ensure brand standards are met
- Established relationships with key accounts, fostering loyalty and driving repeat business
- Contacted key accounts regularly and achieved high satisfaction scores by routinely re-assessing needs and resolving conflicts
Account Executive and Retail Development
Seychelles Footwear
09.2014 - 04.2017
- Exceeded sales targets consistently by identifying new business opportunities and creating customized solutions for clients
- Increased market share within territory through diligent research and identification of new business opportunities
- Analyzed sales data to identify growth opportunities, optimizing product offerings for target demographics
- Developed tailored sales presentations addressing client needs and market trends, enhancing engagement
- Managed multiple accounts simultaneously while maintaining organization and prioritizing tasks efficiently
- Participated actively in networking events and trade shows, representing the company professionally and expanding its reach within target markets
- Drove successful product launches, coordinating with marketing and product development teams to ensure alignment with customer needs
Wholesale Field Visual Merchandiser
Phillips Van Heusen
11.2007 - 01.2014
- Developed and executed visual merchandising strategies to enhance product presentation and customer engagement
- Conducted regular store audits to ensure compliance with brand standards and identify improvement opportunities
- Trained and mentored junior staff on effective merchandising techniques and best practices
- Held training seminars on proper selling techniques/merchandising for managers, selling specialist, and store employees to improve profits and product knowledge
- Analyzed sales data to inform merchandising decisions and optimize product placement for increased visibility
- Conducted weekly analysis of sales data to adjust displays for maximizing product exposure and sales potential
- Increased sales through strategic placement of high-margin products at eye level and in high-traffic areas
- Conducted regular competitor analysis, staying informed of industry trends and adjusting visual merchandising strategy as needed to maintain a competitive edge.
Education
Associate of Arts - Merchandise Marketing
Fashion Institute of Design And Merchandising
Los Angeles, CA05-2008
Skills
- Sales expertise
- Relationship building
- Verbal and written communication
- Product knowledge
- Business and product development
- Upselling and cross selling
- Trend analysis
- Operations management
Timeline
Owner
4M Logistics LLC.
01.2020 - Current
West Coast Regional Sales Manager
Swatch Group-RADO Switzerland
04.2017 - 01.2020
Account Executive and Retail Development
Seychelles Footwear
09.2014 - 04.2017
Wholesale Field Visual Merchandiser
Phillips Van Heusen
11.2007 - 01.2014
Associate of Arts - Merchandise Marketing
Fashion Institute of Design And Merchandising