Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Timeline
Sekeybria Ards

Sekeybria Ards

Americus,GA

Summary

Experienced in creating and executing compelling visual displays that capture customer attention, utilizing strategic planning and trend forecasting to enhance store aesthetics and boost sales. Knowledge of effective merchandising techniques and team collaboration ensures successful implementation of visual strategies. Professional office support specialist with extensive experience in administrative functions and office management, known for reliability and adapting to dynamic work environments. Excellent organizational abilities and collaborative mindset ensure seamless team operations and goal achievement.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Lead Visual Merchandiser

Belk
04.2019 - Current
  • Drives the execution of projects and initiatives of my team
  • Leads and provides guidance to merchandising team members that drive exceptional customer service and execution of operational tasks.
  • Assists manager with daily planning of operational tasks assigned to the store
  • Create a healthy and motivating work environment and atmosphere.
  • Preparing merchandise for sales floor
  • Monitored and replenished display inventory and restructured according to available stock.
  • Managed aesthetically pleasing displays to showcase company products and increase sales.
  • Promoted seasonal products and trends to move stock and prepare for incoming inventory.
  • Enhanced overall store appearance by applying careful consideration to product and display locations.
  • Developed merchandising strategy to efficiently move overstock.
  • Created interior displays to promote products in alignment with corporate sales objectives.
  • Presented store update suggestions and layouts to management and stakeholders.
  • Streamlined store layout to maximize space utilization, resulting in better product visibility and accessibility.

Sales Associate

White House Black Market
02.2018 - 05.2019
  • Received and filed online orders
  • Completed in-store purchases
  • Handled in-store returns

Sales Associate

Ann Taylor Factory Store
09.2017 - 12.2017
  • Ensuring that all customers receive excellent service through direct salesmanship, and prompt and courteous service.
  • Assisting customers with questions, needs and purchases.
  • Attending weekly sales meetings.
  • Cultivating successful relationships with retail customers.
  • Completing each transaction in a quick and efficient manner.
  • Leading all social media sales initiatives.
  • Cleaning shelves, counters, and tables.
  • Greeting each customer that comes into the store in a warm manner.
  • Identifying customer requirements.

Administrative Assistant

Americus Sheriff Department
05.2017 - 08.2017
  • Performs general clerical duties to include but not limited to: photocopying, faxing, mail distribution and filing.
  • Coordinates and maintains records for staff office space, phones, company credit cards and office keys.
  • Creates and modifies various documents using Microsoft Office.
  • Help prepare weekly reports and other departmental projects as needed.
  • Compile and send new hire information to accepted applicants

Education

High School Diploma -

Americus Sumter High School South Campus, Americus, GA
05.2017

Skills

  • Microsoft Word (3 years)
  • Planograms (4 years)
  • Retail sales (6 years)
  • Leadership (4 years)
  • Interviewing (1 year)
  • Merchandising (6 years)
  • Project management skills
  • Merchandise presentation

Accomplishments

Employee of the Year (Best of Belk) for years 2022, 2023, and 2024.

Timeline

Lead Visual Merchandiser - Belk
04.2019 - Current
Sales Associate - White House Black Market
02.2018 - 05.2019
Sales Associate - Ann Taylor Factory Store
09.2017 - 12.2017
Administrative Assistant - Americus Sheriff Department
05.2017 - 08.2017
Americus Sumter High School South Campus - High School Diploma,