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objective

productive team player eager to contribute dynamic design, sales management and staff supervision skills in a merchandising trainee role with j.c. penney company, inc.

 

career profile

ø  b.a. clothing and textiles degree focusing on apparel design & merchandising and emphasizing product management.

ø  over four years of solid experience in all phases of management, sales/marketing, merchandising, unit operations and personnel direction.

ø  refined senses of display design and product promotion.

ø  demonstrated competence in shrink control and inventory management.

ø  expertise in recruitment, training and development of employees.

ø  adept in team development, leadership and motivation.

ø  knowledgeable in administrative procedures and policy implementation.

ø  proven capacity to integrate new technologies to maximize productivity and profitability.

ø  excellent capacity in prioritization, problem solving and effectiveness in fast-paced environments.

ø  well-organized multi-tasker with exceptional interpersonal skills.

ø  deliver outstanding results on a consistent basis.

ø  notable ability in increasing profitability, tracking retail trends and lowering inventory costs.

ø  proficient in advanced business software, including ms office suite, adobe photoshop/dreamweaver, cameo and modaris.

 

 

professional experience

blythe exquisite linens and lingerie, richmond, va                                                                  2007 c present

store manager

       responsible for recruitment, training and scheduling of employees, and performing employee reviews.

       perform duties as visual merchandiser, keyholder, assistant buyer and sales associate.

       provide customer service and recommendations.

       oversee store housekeeping, general facility upkeep and inventory control activities.

 

betsey johnson, new york ny                                                                                                                2007

design intern

       assisted designers with daily activities such as concept development, material selection and research.

 

americasmart, atlanta, ga                                                                                                                       2006

production assistant

       networked with vendors, fashion show managers and various coworkers.

       assisted show manager with prom fashion show.

 

old navy, roanoke, va                                                                                                                           2006

intern

         acquired operational capabilities and developed leadership skill sets.

 

hollister & co., richmond, va                                                                                                                 2005

brand rep

         maintained sales floor and provided customer service.

 

 

 

 

 

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other experience

have also been employed by champps restaurant as waitress and sandston pharmacy as pharmacy technician trainee.

 

 

education

virginia polytechnic and state university, blacksburg, va

bachelor of arts, clothing and textiles (apparel design & merchandising product management), 2006

gpa 3.6

 

phi sigma theta national honors society

dean s list

study abroad program

 

affiliations

fashion merchandising and design society (fmds)

 

 

 

 

 

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cover letter text

 

date

 

 

 

hiring agent name

title

company name

address

city, state   zip code

 

dear                   :

 

i am currently seeking a challenging career opportunity in a merchandising trainee capacity and am submitting my resume for your review.  in advance, i thank you for your time and consideration.

 

as demonstrated in the accompanying resume, my professional qualifications include expertise in merchandising, design, operations, financial control, inventory accounting and personnel management. as an employee, you will find me to be an enthusiastic and disciplined team player, committed to supporting you in achieving your objectives through superior performance. 

 

i am confident that i could be a valuable asset to your firm, and look forward to interviewing with you in the near future to further discuss my areas of experience and expertise that would be a contribution to your organization.

 

 

 

 

sincerely,

 

 

 

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