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Philip Rivera

New York,NY

Summary

High-energy Store Manager bringing extensive experience in retail settings. Set and enforced consistent standards to maintain staff satisfaction and meet performance targets. Dynamic relationship-builder with organized nature and sound judgment focused on maximizing team efficiency and overall store results

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Flagship Store Manager

Sephora USA
09.2019 - Current
  • Oversaw sales Volume over $30 Million with a Staff over 125 Employees
  • Lead the District ( 2020-2023) in Beauty Insiders signups exceeding the company field objective goals consistently
  • Served as New Exempt Leader Training for Newly Hire Exempt Leaders
  • Participated in store openings serving as a New Store Opening Captain
  • Operational Excellence Award Winner 2021 and 2022

Flagship Store Manager

DSW INC
05.2011 - 09.2019
  • Achieved "Red Carpet Award" for top 10 Store Manager's achieving overall KPI's
  • Collaborated with Senior Buyers and Allocations to maximize sell through during peak seasons
  • Influenced company directive floor sets as a test pilot for new product lines and merchandise
  • Trained and Developed multi level management positions throughout the district and company
  • Developed bench strength for other stores throughout the district

Store Manager

Urban Outfitters, Inc.
06.2002 - 05.2011
  • Recognized and Developed talented individuals to internal promotions as department managers and leads
  • Inspired , Motivated , and Encouraged Teamwork
  • Worked closely with Store Merchandising Team to reflect customers lifestyle and current trends
  • Maintained Company Mystery shop standards above 90% exceeding company average.

Assistant Brand Manager

Gap Inc
09.1997 - 06.2002
  • Contributed to generating over $40 Million in Sales
  • Mapped merchandising flow and product placement
  • Shared Customers feedback to senior management to improve overall store experience
  • Lead Manager Development Trainer

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration And Management

University of Connecticut
Storrs, CT
06.2002

Skills

  • Retail Inventory Management
  • Driving Results
  • Risk Management
  • Personnel Development
  • Team Building
  • Business Growth

Timeline

Flagship Store Manager

Sephora USA
09.2019 - Current

Flagship Store Manager

DSW INC
05.2011 - 09.2019

Store Manager

Urban Outfitters, Inc.
06.2002 - 05.2011

Assistant Brand Manager

Gap Inc
09.1997 - 06.2002

Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration And Management

University of Connecticut
Philip Rivera