Michael Valencia
Oak Ridge,TN
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
General Merchandise Manager
Belk
01.2023 - Current
- Analyzed sales data to identify trends and opportunities for growth within various product categories.
- Championed ongoing process improvements aimed at enhancing operational efficiency throughout all aspects of general merchandise management.
- Streamlined merchandise flow by implementing efficient receiving processes and timely replenishment of the sales floor.
- Facilitated cross-functional collaboration between departments to achieve shared goals related to store performance and customer satisfaction.
General Manager
Island Slipper
03.2014 - 02.2021
- Management duties, Merchandising, Designing footwear, Buying, Sales, Hiring & Firing, Inventory control and Achieving company and sales goals.
Store Manager
Adidas America
03.2010 - 04.2011
- Management duties, Merchandising, Buying, Sales, Hiring & Firing, Inventory control and Achieving sales goals.
Store Manager
Sandal Tree Ala Moana
02.2004 - 01.2009
- Management duties, Merchandising, Buying, Sales, Hiring & Firing, Inventory control and Achieving sales goals.
Assistant Manager
White House/Black Market
09.2001 - 03.2003
- Management duties, Merchandising, Sales, Hiring & Firing, Inventory Control, Planning, Client parties, Fashion shows and Achieving sales goals.
Owner
L'Montage
01.2000 - 02.2001
- Owned and operated a home décor and furnishing store.
Education
Associates Degree - Fashion Merchandising
University of Hawaii
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration
University of Hawaii
Skills
- Merchandise Displays
- Sales & Marketing
- Safety & Compliance
- Clientele Development
- Inventory Control
- Buying
- Incentive Structures
- Management
- Event Planning
- Managed Multiple Locations
- Managed up to 150 employees
References
Available upon request
Timeline
General Merchandise Manager
Belk
01.2023 - Current
General Manager
Island Slipper
03.2014 - 02.2021
Store Manager
Adidas America
03.2010 - 04.2011
Store Manager
Sandal Tree Ala Moana
02.2004 - 01.2009
Assistant Manager
White House/Black Market
09.2001 - 03.2003
Owner
L'Montage
01.2000 - 02.2001
Associates Degree - Fashion Merchandising
University of Hawaii
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration
University of Hawaii