Retail Sales Resume Example Nordstrom - White Plains, New York

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 Island2014Bachelor of Science: Fashion Merchandising & DesignKingston, RI

Textile, Fashion Merchandising & Design

Highlights

Public speaking
Managing
Event Planning

POS systems knowledge
MS Office proficiency
Research

Experience

NordstromOctober 2014 to CurrentRetail 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 CornejoJune 2014 to July 2014Wholesale 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 UnionSeptember 2011 to May 2014Receptionist
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 UnionSeptember 2011 to December 2013Office Secretary
Kingston, RI

Information maintenance and distribution via phone, email, person
Student communications.

Zero + Maria CornejoJune 2013 to September 2013Design/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 BridesmaidMay 2012 to August 2012Merchandising 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 ShoesJanuary 2012 to August 2012Sales 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 HillardJune 2010 to August 2010Lead 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

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

Retail Sales Resume Example

Resume Score: 90%

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