Stephen Puglisi
New Windsor
Summary
Action-oriented Assistant Manager with over 10 years of leadership experience. Skilled in visual merchandising, time management, team leading, and team building. With extensive experience in SOP training, and task execution.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Manager of Merchandising
Gap Factory
Middletown, NY
02.2019 - Current
- Led training sessions for staff on best practices for customer service and product knowledge, fostering a knowledgeable team environment.
- Participated in hiring process by interviewing candidates for merchandising positions, selecting those best suited for the role.
- Established clear expectations for staff performance through regular feedback sessions and goal setting activities.
- Executed marketing campaigns to drive traffic and boost sales, leveraging insights from market research and consumer behavior analysis.
- Collaborated with store manager to achieve overall store goals, including sales targets and customer service objectives.
Assistant Manager of Merchandising
Gap Factory
Central Valley, NY
04.2017 - 02.2019
- Streamlined inventory management processes to enhance stock accuracy and minimize discrepancies.
- Mentored team members on merchandising strategies to improve product presentation and sales effectiveness.
- Analyzed sales data to identify trends, informing strategic merchandising decisions and promotions.
- Developed visual merchandising standards that increased customer engagement and brand consistency across stores.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to implement seasonal product launches, ensuring timely execution and alignment with brand goals.
Stock Lead
Gap Factory
Middletown, NY
02.2016 - 04.2017
- Supervised stock replenishment processes to ensure optimal inventory levels.
- Trained and mentored team members on effective stock management techniques.
- Implemented efficient layout strategies to enhance product accessibility and visibility.
- Coordinated with sales team to align stock availability with promotional events.
- Provided feedback to management on stock performance trends and operational challenges.
Sales Associate
Gap Factory
Central Valley, NY
03.2013 - 02.2016
- Assisted customers with product selection and inquiries to enhance shopping experience.
- Operated cash register efficiently, processing transactions accurately and swiftly.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain store presentation and visual merchandising standards.
- Handled inventory management tasks including restocking shelves and organizing displays.
- Engaged with customers to build relationships and foster brand loyalty during sales events.
Education
High School Diploma -
Cornwall Central High School
Cornwall NYSkills
- Visual display standards
- Verbal and written communication
- Problem-solving abilities
- Team leadership
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Time management
- SOP enforcement
- Data-driven decision making
Timeline
Assistant Manager of Merchandising
Gap Factory
02.2019 - Current
Assistant Manager of Merchandising
Gap Factory
04.2017 - 02.2019
Stock Lead
Gap Factory
02.2016 - 04.2017
Sales Associate
Gap Factory
03.2013 - 02.2016
High School Diploma -
Cornwall Central High School