Laura Fisher
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Enthusiastic manager, able to motivate and willingly lend support to peers
and and others to complete daily tasks i.e. directing calls, scheduling and
payroll
*Proficient skills with both PC and Mac platforms with creating memos,
emails, and excel spreadsheets
Innovative problem solver, earned a DSA position with Emporio Armani,
successfully managing the accessories department by independently
monitoring inventory needs & maximizing sales by requesting product and
merchandising
Relative Work Experience
Winston Retail Solutions, August 2010 - present
Contract Merchandiser:
Increased sell through of product for various brands contracted out
by Winston Retail
Performed detailed reports regarding merchandise levels, sell
through, key style needs, allocation of product with regard to
directives, and creative problem solving
Merchandised product on floor and from incoming shipments to reflect
current color stories and trends, as well as changing mannequins
Emporio Armani, Boston, MA, October 2008- May 2010
DSA Accessories Manager/Sales:
. Strong in wardrobing with an eager knowledge of fabrics, fit,
trend & styling
. Trained eye for fashion with experienced merchandising skills
. True team player, willing to lend support to peers & visual
team as well as assist with any store needs
. Engaging & personable with customers thereby consistently
creating the Armani experience
. Earned a DSA position and successfully manage the accessories
department by independently monitoring inventory needs & maximizing sales
by requesting product and merchandising
. successfully developed a loyal & growing customer base through
superior clienteling
United Colors of Benetton, Boston, MA, January 2008-October 2008
Assistant Manager:
. Implemented the use of client books for associates to grow
business & create positive customer service
. Lead sales floor during merchandising
. Solely responsible for recruiting and training staff,
delivering excellent sales results with regard to UPT and ADS
LF Stores, Boston, MA, April 2005-January 2008
MIT:
. Developed first overseas consignment customer for LF brand
. Delivered solid clienteling & sales by building meaningful
relationships with customers
. Lead team in store merchandising & window displays leading to
higher sell through of inventory
Education
Fisher College, Boston, MA
Class of 2007, Bachelors: Business Management w/ Fashion
Honors Program Member, Graduated with High Honors, Phi Theta Kappa Member
References available upon request