Wendy Barillas
Los Angeles,United States
Summary
Versatile team member offering over 10 years of experience handling tasks smoothly and efficiently. Adapts well to changing processes, programs and team requirements. Eager to contribute to growing company.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Resale sales specialist
The Real Real
06.2023 - Current
- Constituted and maintained long-term relationships with high-end clientele, maneuvering to a 20% increase in repeat business
- Educated customers about product features and benefits to aid in selecting best option.
- Stayed current on industry trends by attending workshops, seminars, reading trade publications; applying newly acquired knowledge into daily activities.
Sales team leader
Dr Martens
09.2018 - 06.2023
- Led sales team across multiple locations letting in Santa Monica, Studio City, and Silverlake store, consistently surpassing sales targets
- Utilized expertise to excel sales goals and improve team performance, conducting to increased revenue
- Created and executed strategic initiatives to drive sales growth and satisfy sales targets
- Demonstrated strong leadership abilities by inspiring and guiding team members towards success
- Orchestrated in-store events showcasing emerging musicians, entitling them with Dr
- Martens boots tailored to their individual personalities
- Ranked as the top seller, exceeding sales goal by 32%.
Sample coordinator
English Factory Endless Rose
02.2016 - 01.2018
- Collaborated with designing private label samples. For retailers such as Nasty Gal, Anthropology, Bloomingdale's, Nordstrom, and small boutiques.
- Oversaw the entire sample coordination process from TOP sample to production sample, assuring accuracy and timeliness.
- Developed and lammed project plans to ensure tasks and milestones were discharged on schedule.
- Directed research and analysis to deliver data-forced recommendations for enhancing operational efficiency
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline processes, address challenges, and accomplish project objectives
- Arrived together with brand designers to ascertain fits and colors for trade show presentations.
Trade-show coordinator
T party USA
02.2014 - 02.2016
- Headed the organization and execution of high-profile trade shows in major cities such as New York, Chicago, Atlanta, Texas, Las Vegas, and San Mateo
- Facilitated effective communication with vendors and buyers during events to identify top-selling products and determine styles to discontinue
- Guaranteed the accuracy of barcodes and matched them with corresponding orders using color codes and styles
- Coordinated the setup and placement of show lights, samples, computers, printers, and scanners to optimize order processing for buyers
- Trained temporary staff on brand and equipment, titling them in top seller styles to maximize sales opportunities
- Efficiently closed down the show within one hour, backpacking items in proper boxes and orders for shipment to the next event, while completing billing and landing documentation
- Mounted all boxes properly on pallets for the next person to set up the next show.
Denim specialist
Barney's New York
05.2011 - 02.2014
- Worked closely with denim brand representatives. I was able to educate product knowledge to clients.
- Scheduled 25 private appointments each month with clients needed assistants in styling.
- Recognized for my outstanding customer service on the Barney's Buzz newspaper, for plying the most exceptional client experience.
- Contributed to a positive store atmosphere by maintaining a clean and organized work environment within the denim area.
- Successfully upsold customers on complementary items, boosting overall sales revenue for denim products.
- Ensured seamless customer experiences by managing returns, exchanges, and alterations of denim items efficiently and professionally.
- Conducted staff training sessions on denim product knowledge and sales techniques, resulting in increased team performance.
Fashion stylist
Kitson Los Angeles
05.2006 - 06.2012
- Aligned styling services at four prestigious locations alongside Frazier Ross, focusing on women's fashion and studio on Robertson
- Successfully established and operated stores on Melrose and Glendale
- Planned and ran exclusive private shopping experiences for notable clients including Marlon Wayans, Chris Kattan, Lionel Richie, and Tish Cyrus, procuring discretion and privacy from paparazzi
- Passed sales goals by providing outstanding service to VIP clientele like Lionel Richie and Tish Cyrus, who frequently shopped for their daughters.
Education
Fashion Design | Associates -
Fashion Institute of Art And Design
Los Angeles, CA08.2006
Timeline
Resale sales specialist
The Real Real
06.2023 - Current
Sales team leader
Dr Martens
09.2018 - 06.2023
Sample coordinator
English Factory Endless Rose
02.2016 - 01.2018
Trade-show coordinator
T party USA
02.2014 - 02.2016
Denim specialist
Barney's New York
05.2011 - 02.2014
Fashion stylist
Kitson Los Angeles
05.2006 - 06.2012
Fashion Design | Associates -
Fashion Institute of Art And Design
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