LYNN KADILIS
Spring Branch, Texas 78070
Home 830-***-****
Cell 210-***-****
*******@****.***
OBJECTIVE
Degreed and experienced professional seeks new opportunities, in the
Retail Industry, with an organization that needs a proven performer.
SUMMARY
Competitive, goal-oriented achiever who can be counted on to attain better
than expected results.
Excellent management and organizational skills with the ability to handle
multiple ongoing events and time sensitive projects.
Effective communicator who works well with a broad spectrum of
personalities.
A team player and leader who sets the example for others to follow.
EXPERIENCE
ADIDAS/CIP MARKETING. SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS
2/08- Present
Conduct Merchandising for all Adidas athletic apparel in local
Academy Stores, Dicks Sporting Goods and Soccer Shops. Responsible
for the Adidas installation process for new stores in San Antonio.
TRITON SPORTS CENTER, SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS
6/08-Present
Group Exercise Instructor- Conduct group fitness programs that
include, water aerobics, Kick boxing, Resist-a-ball, Bosu,
Spinning, Step, weight training.
SPECTRUM HEALTH CLUB, San Antonio, Texas 5/02 - 06/08
Exercise Instructor/Personal Trainer - Conduct group fitness programs
that include Boot Camp, Kickboxing, Aqua Aerobics, Step, Resist-a-Ball
training, Silver Sneakers, Trekking, Spinning, and Weight Training
(Basic, Intermediate, and Interval). Additionally . . .
Worked as a personal trainer and developed programs to assist clients in
meeting their fitness/health goals.
Volunteer for the Grand Life Organization that worked with senior citizens.
LAWRENCE MERCHANDISING SERVICES, San Antonio, Texas 6/05 - 9/06
Merchandiser - Handled merchandising of fashion jewelry at Target
Stores in San Antonio.
BALLY TOTAL FITNESS, San Antonio, Texas 9/05 - 2/06
Group Exercise Instructor - Provided professional instruction to
members and conducted group classes for all age groups.
THE SPORTS AUTHORITY, San Antonio, Texas 8/95 - 1/96
Merchandise Manager -- Handled the merchandising and sales support
for the Footwear and Apparel Department that generated 48% of the
store's total volume.
5. Selected by management to assist in the interviewing and hiring
process for new store employees.
JC PENNEY, Corpus Christi and San Antonio, Texas 6/90 - 8/95
Progressively advanced to positions of increased challenges and
responsibilities that included assignments as:
Merchandise Manager, Windsor Park Mall (3/94 - 8/95)
Promoted to this position and directed all buying, merchandising,
markdowns, and inventory management for Lingerie and Accessories.
Supervised up to 8 personnel and handled the hiring, training,
scheduling, personnel actions and career development for employees.
Key accomplishments at this $25 million dollar annual volume store
included:
EXPERIENCE (Continued)
Increasing total sales volume by 18% and improving gross profit by 28%.
Advancing from #6 in the District in total volume to #2.
Handling all special orders and resolution of customer concerns.
Organization and management of special promotions.
Improving merchandise mix and controlling markdowns.
Enhancing Sales Associates' skills through comprehensive training.
Merchandise Manager, Ingram Park Mall (5/91 - 2/94)
Completed a comprehensive training program in April 1991 and assigned
to the Footwear and Simply for Sports Department. Supervised up to 17
employees and handled all merchandising, buying, markdowns, and
inventory management in the department for this $30 million annual
volume store. Successfully . . .
Advancing from #5 in total sales volume to #2 in one year.
Increasing department sales to $2.7 million--a 47% increase in annual sales
volume.
Improving gross profit by 63%.
Selection by senior management as a member of the District Leadership Team
and played a role in establishing guidelines for purchasing.
Completed a comprehensive training program in the Men's Department at
the Padre Staples Mall store in Corpus Christi, Texas.
Awards:
Customer Service Award, 1991 - 1995
Annual Anniversary Committee member, 1991 - 1995
Golden Rule Award Committee Member, 1995
COMMUNITY SERVICE
American Cancer Society Fundraiser
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Arts in Fashion Merchandising, Minor in Business
Marketing, The University of the Incarnate Word, San Antonio, Texas,
May 1990. GPA: 3.0
Dean's List
Athletic Scholarship Recipient
Named to All American Basketball Team
All Conference Basketball Team
All District Basketball Team
Most Valuable Player
Hall of Fame inductee 2009
Professional Development Training
Time Management
Personnel Diversity
LYNN KADILIS
3214 Hawthorne Road
Spring Branch, Texas 78070
Home 830-***-****
Cell 210-***-****
*******@****.***
Dear Sir or Madam:
I have put together a sequence of career experiences that demonstrate my
flexibility and management capabilities. I am now seeking new challenges
with a progressive, growth-oriented company.
I have taken the liberty of enclosing my resume for your professional
review. You will notice that I have a strong background in retail sales and
profit improvements through improved merchandising and staff development.
My accomplishments are a direct result of my competitive drive and ability
to identify areas that will respond to management attention. Through each
of my positions, I have gained invaluable experience that would permit me
to quickly become a contributing member in your organization.
I personally enjoy challenges and feel that my background will provide you
with a proven performer who can be counted on to achieve positive results.
While my resume clearly highlights my skills, a personal interview will
assure you that I have the energy, positive attitude and professionalism
that you are seeking.
I am available immediately and can meet with you at your earliest
convenience. I can be reached at the above address and telephone number to
make arrangements for a meeting or to answer any questions that you might
have.
Thank you for your time and consideration of my request and qualifications.
I look forward to hearing from you soon.
Sincerely,
Lynn Kadilis