Tara Labaton
Monmouth,NJ
Summary
Results-oriented professional with strong academic credentials and extensive experience in the fashion industry. Expertise in retail operations, strategic planning, and customer relationship management. Skillful in team management, client relations, budgeting, visual merchandising, and operational efficiency. Committed to community engagement and social responsibility, seeking to contribute to a forward-thinking brand that values employee development.
Overview
2
2
Languages
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales Supervisor / Visual Merchandising Manager
Todd Snyder
09.2024 - 09.2025
- Developed and implemented visual merchandising strategies to optimize product presentation and drive sales. While also achieving and exceeding my own sales goals,
- Supervised daily sales operations, ensuring alignment with company standards and strategic goals.
- Trained and mentored team members to enhance product knowledge and customer engagement skills.
- Developed and implemented visual merchandising strategies to optimize product presentation and drive sales during monthly product rollouts and bi-weekly floor updates
- Oversaw inventory management and all back-of-house procedures to ensure timely replenishment of visual display materials and resources.
Administrative Assistant - Finance Department
Columbia University
01.2022 - 09.2024
- Experienced finance professional with a strong background in managing and optimizing financial systems, specifically Concur and ARC (Accounts Receivable and Collections).
- Streamlined expense reporting, travel management, and financial reconciliation processes to enhance operational efficiency.
- Applied strong understanding of financial controls, compliance, and audit requirements to ensure adherence and mitigate risks.
- Excellent problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
- Effective communicator with the ability to train and support end-users.
- Managed confidential information while upholding strict confidentiality standards in all administrative tasks.
Membership Advisor
Equinox
01.2019 - 08.2019
- Generated sales of club memberships and ancillary business packages.
- Prospected new business and clients through events and workshops for lead generation, conducting monthly strategic outreach for securing member referrals
- Handled a robust schedule of appointments with prospective and existing members.
- Managed member communications to ensure satisfaction and retention. a robust schedule of appointments with prospective and existing members.
Sales Supervisor/Store Visual Merchandiser
rag & bone
03.2018 - 12.2018
- Displayed exemplary customer service techniques, clienteling standards and sales interactions and led by example by consistently achieving sales goals and key performance metrics
- Guided sales associates in customer interactions to enhance service levels and improve engagement techniques
- Facilitated floor sets, window changes, and various merchandising tasks.
- Addressed customer service issues using best-in-class service philosophy to ensure customer satisfaction
Sales Specialist
rag & bone
03.2016 - 03.2018
- Demonstrated best-in-class customer service through in-depth product knowledge and effective clienteling
- Exceeded sales and key performance metrics set by store management consistently
- Owned customer experience by fostering personalized relationships with each customer
- Capitalized on market opportunities by monitoring competitor actions and tracking trends.
Sales Associate
Michael Kors
12.2014 - 11.2015
- Global Flagship Location
- Acquired and maintained extensive product knowledge to enhance customer experience.
- Partnered with visual team to create effective merchandise displays, boosting customer traffic and sales.
- Utilized CRM system to track customer interactions and follow up on leads, resulting in a 20% increase in sales conversions. Worked in a team environment to facilitate sales.
- Built and maintained strong relationships with clients to drive repeat business and increase customer loyalty
- Demonstrated ability to learn and maintain exceptional product knowledge.
Key Holder/Stylist
LF Stores
05.2014 - 08.2014
- Analyzed selling techniques and sales numbers, delivering daily feedback to home office for strategic improvements
- Established and maintained a personal client book while building new clientele relations daily
- Established personal client book, fostering new client relationships and enhancing customer loyalty
- Ran social media marketing through Instagram and Facebook
- Executed social media marketing campaigns on platforms like Instagram and Facebook to engage customers through Instagram and Facebook
Associate
Bark Avenue
10.2013 - 07.2014
- Guided customers in selecting puppies that best suited their family needs and lifestyles.
- Assist customers in finding the perfect puppy for their home.
- Collaborated with customers and puppies to recommend products that enhanced pet ownership experience.
- Trained new employees on store policies and best practices to ensure consistent service quality.
- Train new employees to abide by rules and procedures.
Receptionist/Associate
Ocean Beach Club
06.2009 - 08.2011
- Answered and directed incoming calls to appropriate departments, ensuring efficient communication and support for company operations.
- Answered and directed incoming calls to appropriate departments, demonstrating strong communication skills and knowledge of company operations
- Organized special events and private parties.
- Maintained clean facility by assisting with laundry and general maintenance, supporting a welcoming environment for staff and visitors.
Sales Associate
Hollister
- Delivered exceptional customer service through product knowledge and guidance, enhancing overall shopping experience
- Processed transactions and managed inventory levels using POS system, ensuring accuracy and efficiency
- Collaborated with team members to achieve store goals and foster a positive work environment
Education
Bachelor's degree - English & Comparative Literature
Columbia University School of General Studies
New York05-2024
Associate of Arts - AA - English Language and Literature, General
Brookdale Community College
New Jersey12-2021
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University of South Carolina-Columbia
Columbia, SC12-2013
High School Diploma - undefined
Ocean Township High School
Ocean, NJ12-2011
Skills
- Visual Merchandising Standards
- Inventory Control
- Sales team training
- Customer engagement strategies
- CRM Software Proficiency
- Financial systems proficiency
- Strategic Planning
- Goals and performance Management
- Leadership and Team Management
LANGUAGES
French - competent
American Sign Language - competent
Timeline
Sales Supervisor / Visual Merchandising Manager
Todd Snyder
09.2024 - 09.2025
Administrative Assistant - Finance Department
Columbia University
01.2022 - 09.2024
Membership Advisor
Equinox
01.2019 - 08.2019
Sales Supervisor/Store Visual Merchandiser
rag & bone
03.2018 - 12.2018
Sales Specialist
rag & bone
03.2016 - 03.2018
Sales Associate
Michael Kors
12.2014 - 11.2015
Key Holder/Stylist
LF Stores
05.2014 - 08.2014
Associate
Bark Avenue
10.2013 - 07.2014
Receptionist/Associate
Ocean Beach Club
06.2009 - 08.2011
High School Diploma - undefined
Ocean Township High School
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University of South Carolina-Columbia
Sales Associate
Hollister
Bachelor's degree - English & Comparative Literature
Columbia University School of General Studies
Associate of Arts - AA - English Language and Literature, General
Brookdale Community College