Yuta Diodenko
Miami
Summary
Retail Sales Manager
Result oriented professional with 15 years of progressive experience and solid achievements in the fashion industry. Demonstrating knowledge in leading and maintaining profitable retail operations. Creative and enthusiastic, with proven success in building and managing relationships with clients. Adept at training and managing employees across numerous divisions in several key areas. Superior communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Fashion Brand Advisor
GRC Advising
06.2021 - Current
- Worked with marketing department to create targeted advertising strategies for key customer demographics.
- Consulted with product development teams to enhance products based on customer interest data.
- Cooperated and worked closely with communications team to develop marketing strategies to boost brand awareness.
- Monitored online advertising and social media campaigns to assess success of different strategies.
Pilates Instructor Trainee
Club Pilates
03.2023 - 01.2025
- Assisted senior instructors with group classes, ensuring proper form and safety.
- Gained experience working with clients of varying fitness levels and addressing their specific needs.
- Demonstrated basic Pilates exercises to clients and provided hands-on adjustments under supervision.
Wardrobe Specialist
St. John Knits
05.2017 - 03.2021
- Built loyal clientele through personal and in depth assessments of client’s wardrobe needs for broad range of lifestyles and professions
- Among top five sales people in company for fiscal year 2019, with $1.2 million in sales
- Actively pursues new business, while effectively managing repeat purchases
- Produced and curated pop up shops in luxury hotels in New York City and Washington D.C to introduce brand to new clientele
- Accompanied top boutique clientele to trunk shows for seasonal preorders
- Advises buying and product development teams on trend forecasts based on demand
- Participated in team-building activities to enhance working relationships
Sales Manager & Visual Merchandiser
Max Mara Group USA
05.2011 - 05.2017
- Lead store’s monthly sales by averaging $108k ($1.3M year)
- Exceeded personal and team goals by building sale strategies, maintaining customer database, and providing personalized follow-up
- Designated as acting Manager during supervisors’ absences; ensured smooth daily operations and supported staff as needed
- Working closely with buying team in Italy to relay current market trends in North America
- Monitoring stock levels and reviewing product performance to compose biweekly floor displays
- Developed international business relationships to drive business units abroad
Key Holder & Stylist
Max Mara Group USA / Marina
03.2010 - 05.2011
- Scheduled private shopping appointments with high-end clientele
- Established and maintained excellent customer relationships; professionally handled client concerns or praise
- Submitted buying recommendations to management based on customer feedback and sales trends
- Maintained inventory records and ran regular reports of inventory status
- Assisted merchandising team with windows and in-store displays
- Oversaw employee scheduling, inventory replenishment and other daily functions to maintain smooth operational flow and address surprise issues head-on
Sales Associate
Domenico Vacca
01.2009 - 03.2010
- Performed customer garment fittings, color and fabric selection, and measurements for made to measure orders or alterations
- Built and maintained client base to determine and meet their merchandise requirements
- Responsible for product awareness, specializing in Neapolitan fit and style
- Handled cash as well as processing credit card payments, and other essential tasks such as stock and housekeeping
- Assisted manager with receiving new merchandise arrivals and visual merchandising
Sales Associate
Rene Caovilla
09.2007 - 01.2009
- Provided outstanding customer service to high profile clientele and celebrities
- Assisted clients with special occasion custom shoe designs
- Collaborated with public relations and celebrity stylists for events and fashion shows
- Responsible for shipping, receiving, and managing inventory stock
- Prepared large cash deposits with zero discrepancies
Sales Associate
Max Mara Group USA / Marina Rinaldi
02.2007 - 03.2008
- Location’s leading sales associate (ranking 4th in regional sales); consistently exceeded monthly goals
- Assisted clients with personal garment fittings and minor alterations
- Inquired about buying experience, item preferences, and future purchases
- Placed special orders to accommodate client needs
- Organized stock layout as well as floor and visual displays
Skills
- Personal wardrobe designs
- Client rapport building
- Team Building & Leadership
- Confident in Delegating Tasks & Supervising
- Market trends knowledge
Languages
Russian
Native or Bilingual
Certification
- Certified Holistic Health Coach, Integrative Nutrition
- Certified Domestic Violence Counselor, Sojourn
- Pilates Certification, Club Pilates 1.17.25
Timeline
Pilates Instructor Trainee
Club Pilates
03.2023 - 01.2025
Fashion Brand Advisor
GRC Advising
06.2021 - Current
Wardrobe Specialist
St. John Knits
05.2017 - 03.2021
Sales Manager & Visual Merchandiser
Max Mara Group USA
05.2011 - 05.2017
Key Holder & Stylist
Max Mara Group USA / Marina
03.2010 - 05.2011
Sales Associate
Domenico Vacca
01.2009 - 03.2010
Sales Associate
Rene Caovilla
09.2007 - 01.2009
Sales Associate
Max Mara Group USA / Marina Rinaldi
02.2007 - 03.2008
- Certified Holistic Health Coach, Integrative Nutrition
- Certified Domestic Violence Counselor, Sojourn
- Pilates Certification, Club Pilates 1.17.25
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