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Shawn Mathis

Queens,NY

Summary

Methodical Visual Merchandiser offering 10 years of experience creating memorable and effective visual displays for both interior and exterior applications. Skilled in acquiring and applying product knowledge to drive sales and manage overstock. Aiming to fulfill role of increased responsibility to contribute immediate value to any team.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Visual Merchandising Manager

Min & Mon New York
12.2021 - Current
  • Created look and feel of visual merchandising publications to better target specific audiences.
  • Managed merchandising standards and maintained consistency across distribution channels.
  • Oversaw visual merchandising for new store openings and store collateral change-outs.
  • Helped stores adapt spaces to accommodate merchandise within spatial constraints and inventory storage availability.
  • Spearheaded visual merchandising for handbag brand by creating strategic presentation plans.
  • Enhanced overall store appearance by applying careful consideration to product and display locations.
  • Created visual marketing and styled window displays.

Visual Merchandising Manager

EndoMen
08.2021 - Current
  • Promoted seasonal products and trends to move stock and prepare for incoming inventory.
  • Monitored and replenished display inventory and restructured according to available stock.
  • Managed aesthetically pleasing displays to showcase company products and increase sales.
  • Created visual marketing and styled window displays.

Senior Visual Merchandiser

Nordstrom
05.2012 - Current
  • Partnered with sales representatives and managers to coordinate delivery and merchandising schedule.
  • Controlled costs and optimized spending via restructuring of budgets for inventory purchasing.
  • Developed and initiated projects, managed costs, and monitored performance.
  • Orchestrated projects within strict timeframes and budget constraints by solving complex problems and working closely with senior leaders.Supervised team of up to 5 merchandising employees and monitored adherence to company standards.
  • Monitored and replenished display inventory and restructured according to available stock.
  • Created interior displays to promote products in alignment with corporate sales objectives.
  • Promoted seasonal products and trends to move stock and prepare for incoming inventory.
  • Developed merchandising strategy to efficiently move overstock.
  • Educated staff about coordinating clothing racks and related displays to boost effectiveness of promotions.
  • Presented store update suggestions and layouts to management and stakeholders.
  • Organized store merchandise racks by size, style and color.


Education

Bachelor of Arts - Fashion Merchandising

University of North Texas
Denton, TX
06.2016

Skills

  • Design Strategies
  • Concept Visualization
  • Seasonal Displays
  • Special Assignments
  • Customer Needs Assessments
  • Store Displays
  • Project Requirements
  • Operational Efficiency
  • Accounting Records
  • Thorough Knowledge of Product
  • Inventory Control Processes
  • Visual Merchandising Oversight

Timeline

Visual Merchandising Manager

Min & Mon New York
12.2021 - Current

Visual Merchandising Manager

EndoMen
08.2021 - Current

Senior Visual Merchandiser

Nordstrom
05.2012 - Current

Bachelor of Arts - Fashion Merchandising

University of North Texas
Shawn Mathis