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RETAIL SALES
Summary

Being in the work force for three years and a recent graduate who worked during school, I believe that I am the best candidate for a position. I am looking for a position that outlines my interest in fashion business and provides a great start in the fashion industry. My qualifications and determination will complement your company.


Given the location, I want to experience a new lifestyle post graduation. I can provide a great atmosphere to the current staff of a department and company. I am certain that with the combination of my personality and knowledge, I will be able to execute and excel with an exceptional brand.

Education
University of Rhode Island 2014 Bachelor of Science: Fashion Merchandising & Design Kingston, RI

Textile, Fashion Merchandising & Design
Highlights
  • Public speaking
  • Managing
  • Event Planning
  • POS systems knowledge
  • MS Office proficiency
  • Research
Experience
Nordstrom October 2014 to Current Retail Sales
White Plains, New York
  • Set and achieve personal sales goals while supporting the goals of the team
  • Greet customers in a timely, professional and engaging manner
  • Build lasting relationships with customers by contacting them to follow up on purchases, suggest new merchandise and invite them to upcoming events
  • Work as a team player to ensure each customer receives the best service possible
  • Competitive drive and entrepreneurial confidence to succeed in a commission based environment
  • Perform daily department maintenance tasks including stock work, re-merchandising, display, price markdowns, merchandise transfers and light cleaning.
Zero + Maria Cornejo June 2014 to July 2014 Wholesale Intern
New York, NY
  • Assist wholesales director in market
  • Assist in press and brand books
  • Create lookbooks for buyers
  • Create line sheets, running orders and other Excel projects
  • Assist in merchandising and pricing meetings
  • Assist in Mercedes Benz fashion show preparation.
Scheduling Office in Memorial Union September 2011 to May 2014 Receptionist
Kingston, RI
  • Event planning and scheduling in the Memorial Union and around campus
  • Maintain Memorial Union Information Desk
  • Updating Universities social media accounts.
Office of Student Involvement in Memorial Union September 2011 to December 2013 Office Secretary
Kingston, RI
  • Information maintenance and distribution via phone, email, person
  • Student communications.
Zero + Maria Cornejo June 2013 to September 2013 Design/Studio Intern
Kingston, NY
  • Assist in fabric and pattern organization
  • Assist in sourcing of trims and fabrics
  • Liaising with factories in domestic sample making
  • Assist in design fittings, merchandising and pricing meetings
  • Assist in the S/S 14 fashion show preparation.
twoBird Bridesmaid May 2012 to August 2012 Merchandising Intern
New York, NY
  • Sending out swatch request to girls each day
  • Packing and sending sample dresses to brides and their bridesmaid to try on who live outside areas twobirds Bridesmaid dress.
  • Packaging ties and any other accessories we receive to be send to brides and their bridal parties
  • Handling and managing Twitter and Facebook accounts
  • Running to and from production to facilitate with the making of the dresses and fabric inventory
  • Aiding with any other tasks needed at twobirds Bridesmaid and/or Hatch Collection that can change on a daily basis.
Aldo Shoes January 2012 to August 2012 Sales Associate
New York, NY
  • Open and closed store daily
  • Retailed men and women footwear, shoe care, handbags, men and women accessories
  • Aided in redesigning store and merchandise setup.
Camp Hillard June 2010 to August 2010 Lead Counselor
Scarsdale, New York
  • Assist students with indoor and outdoor activities Assist general counselors the implementation of camp programs.
  • Organize and plan daily work strategies for students and general counselors
Skills
Competitive, email, Event planning, fashion, inventory, director, managing, market, meetings, merchandising, Excel, Office, Packaging, press, pricing, sales, scheduling, team player, phone
Affiliations

American Association of Textile Chemists and Colorists

Habitat for Humanity

  • Seeks to eliminate poverty housing in Kingston, Rhode Island
  • Selected as team leader for house builds

Uhuru Sasa

  • Executive board member as Treasure for 2013/2014 academic year
  • Executive board member as Public Relation Coordinator for 2011/2012 academic year
  • Cultural and social event planning and organization
  • Handling and managing Twitter and Facebook accounts
  • Participation in creating annual Fashion Show
  • Elected executive board member Assistant Treasurer for 2012/2013 academic year

Schools for Schools

  • Branch off of Invisible Children organization
  • Raise awareness for children in Northern Uganda Donate school supplies, food, and money

URI Women's Rugby Club

Volunteer Experience

University of Rhode Island


Breast Cancer Walk

  • 16th annual 3.2 mile Breast Cancer Walk

Relay for Life

  • Participated in Nonprofit organization

Diabetes Dance a thon

  • Co-organizer of this event
  • "Shake it for sugar" raise awareness and money for the Rhode Island Branch of the American Diabetes Association
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Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

  • Nordstrom
  • Zero + Maria Cornejo
  • Scheduling Office in Memorial Union
  • Office of Student Involvement in Memorial Union
  • twoBird Bridesmaid
  • Aldo Shoes
  • Camp Hillard

School Attended

  • University of Rhode Island

Job Titles Held:

  • Retail Sales
  • Wholesale Intern
  • Receptionist
  • Office Secretary
  • Design/Studio Intern
  • Merchandising Intern
  • Sales Associate
  • Lead Counselor

Degrees

  • Bachelor of Science : Fashion Merchandising & Design

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