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StoreManager

Temitope Akinyode

Washington,DC

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Store Manager

Reddz Trading Co.
Washington, DC
08.2021 - Current
  • Directly responsible for assessing and authenticating luxury items purchased and sold in-store ensuring products met quality standards
  • Evaluated fashion trends in resale markets against the company's inventory.
  • Implemented new buying procedures that resulted in 10% marked increase in-store revenue.
  • Created, nurtured, and sustained positive business and customer relationships.
  • Resolved customer problems and complaints as soon as possible to maximize customer satisfaction
  • Coordinated sales efforts with team members and other departments as required.
  • Evaluated fashion trends in resale markets against the company's inventory

Boutique Manager

Indique, LLC
Silver Spring, Maryland
08.2015 - 05.2020
  • Managed Indique's social media schedule which included: photo selection, writing blog posts and event promotion
  • Implemented and executed strategic business plan that increased foot traffic and sales 25% YOY
  • Assisted clients and provided excellent client experience both in-store and through online communication
  • Created reports on customer needs, problems, interests, competitive activities, and the potential for new products and services were provided to upper management
  • Analyzed the potential of the territory/market, tracked sales, and provided status reports

Inventory Specialist

Buffalo Exchange
Washington, DC
09.2012 - 02.2015
  • Supervised the work of all inventory control personnel and verified that all targets were met.
  • Monitored and ensured the accuracy of all inventory transactions, as well as keeping track of all stockroom locations.
  • Prepared and filed evaluation reports for all plans and procedures.
  • Authenticated all products to ensure the products meet quality standards
  • Compiled inventory reports
  • Coordinated and directed multiple teams
  • Applied learned knowledge of company's history and aesthetic to intake for store
  • Analyzed all inventory projections and created multiple inventory purchasing processes

Visual Merchandise Specialist

Banana Republic
Columbia, MD
09.2008 - 08.2012
  • Managed the complete inventory, which include receiving, store transfers, and damages.
  • Design and supervise installation of all in-store displays; resource necessary props and materials; and monitor visual budget.
  • Create and distribute PowerPoint templates, as well as implementation guidelines and training.
  • On a regular basis, conduct merchandising/display training for in-store workers using business requirements, advertising calendars, and vendor promotions.
  • Communicate with corporate offices and eliminate surplus sluggish product/inventory to ensure seasonal items were available during peak times.
  • Ensure line and departmental profitability by planning and adhering to budget and minimum margin criteria.
  • Create exclusive outdoor and collector products to enhance margins, differentiate in the marketplace, and attract a wider range of consumers

Timeline

Store Manager

Reddz Trading Co.
08.2021 - Current

Boutique Manager

Indique, LLC
08.2015 - 05.2020

Inventory Specialist

Buffalo Exchange
09.2012 - 02.2015

Visual Merchandise Specialist

Banana Republic
09.2008 - 08.2012

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