Sales

Posted on: 2008-03-01

Jane L. Gainey 1011 Woodcrest Walk * Lithonia, GA 30058 (478) 957-9340 [email protected] Objective To obtain a lucrative position that requires one to be a creative thinker, possess excellent customer service skills, and work well with others. Education B.S., Clothing and Fashion Merchandising Meredith College, Raleigh, NC, May 2004 Professional Skills * Successful experience in the retail industry for over five years * Management experience in the retail and cosmetology industry * Problem solving and analytical abilities * Ability to disseminate budgetary needs in terms of the consumer * Analyze complex issues and communicate those issues effectively and professionally * Knowledge of MS Word and Excel as well as mathematical and administrative aptitude * Have over fifteen years of experience in providing excellent customer service Professional Experiences Sales Associate Dillard’s, Lithonia, GA, Macon, GA and Cary, NC Sept 2007- Present; Sept 2002- May 2006 * Selected and promoted clothing, accessories, and furnishings in retail capacity. Assisted consumers in making product buying decisions while continuously achieving departmental sales goals monthly by no less than 25%. Wardrobe Stylist/Fashion Designer Freelance Jan 2004- Present *Design and select wardrobe for those in the entertainment industry. Designs usually consist of original garments as well as those that follow established fashion trends. Style for various fashion events and photo shoots. Counter Manager/ Beauty Advisor Belk, Centerville, GA May 2006- July 2007 * Achieved company sales margin and identified business opportunities while assisting consumers with cosmetics, fragrance, and beauty makeovers. Assisted in departmental plan development and merchandise assortment and visual displays. Also, initiated merchandising orders and communicated inventory replenishment directly with Buyers and Sr. Management. Fashion Designer Renaissance Custom Clothiers, Macon, GA Aug 2004- Apr 2005 * Designed and coordinated women garments, while driving sales and providing personal shopping service. Provided consultations and visually merchandised. Nail Technician/Manager Various Salons, Raleigh, NC June 1992- Sept 2002 *Independent contractor at various salons. Specialized in nail care and pedicures. Supervised marketing and advertisement, managed financial records and the procurement of and maintenance of the salon’s inventory. Scheduled appointments and administered essential day- to-day business operations. References Available Upon Request