Taylor Christine Benigni

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Phone: 484-***-****, Email: ac7zpn@r.postjobfree.com LEADER, CREATIVE, AMBITIOUS, ORGANIZED, HARD-WORKER Fashion merchandise graduate with a strong sense of style. Intelligent communicator, possessing excellent verbal skills while working with people. Self-motivated to plan, organize, and solve problems. Excellent planning skills. Ability to work in a team environment as a leader.

>Strong team sales experience>Excellent ability to meet and exceed monthly sales goals>High communication and interpersonal skills >Excellent collaborator >Exceptional organizational skills > Time management >Proficient in Microsoft Office >

Education

Immaculata University, Immaculata, PA Graduated: May 2015 Bachelor of Science: Fashion Merchandising

Minors: Entrepreneurship and Marketing

Honors: GPA: 3.5, Kappa Omicron Nu Honors Society, Honors Convocation Professional Experience

Forti Homes with Keller Williams Realty, Devon/Wayne, PA November 2018-present Inbound/Outbound Sales Agent

• Responsible for obtaining lists of potential clients through general prospecting activities, in addition to specific prospecting activities directed at Expireds, For Sale By Owners, Geographic Farms, Current and Past Clients, and Allied Resources

• Responsible for timely and consistent follow-up with all leads

• Works directly with the Lead Coordinator to ensure that once leads are obtained and contacted, they are successfully captured, sourced, and tracked in the contact database Kendra Scott, Ardmore and King of Prussia, PA October 2016- November 2018 Assistant Store Manager (June 2018- November 2018)

• Lead, coached, and developed a team that reflected the core values and provided a “WOW” customer experience

• Was an ambassador for Kendra Scott in the store and in the community

• Supported the Store Manager with store re-merchandising and maintenance

• Followed and was an example for staff on all processes and procedures regarding inventory management, product receipts, transfers, sales, and scheduling

• Facilitated continuous training on corporate policies and standards

• Lead inventory processes in collaboration with Store Manager

• Assisted with store efforts in community outreach and local event planning to increase traffic in the store

• Developed key relationships with customers that will help drive awareness, positioning us to be a part of the community

• Assisted the Store Manager with store profitability by managing expenses, discounts, and other controllable expenses

• Worked closely with the Events Manager to maintain the events calendar and determined the support needed for each event

• Spent significant time selling to identify customer needs, building team spirit, and acted as a store and market leader for the company

• Assisted Events Manager with responding to and fulfilling local donation requests, as needed Retail Sales Key Holder (October 2016- June 2018)

• Educated staff on revenue goals, daily tasks, and events when serving as the manager on duty

• Managed the daily staff schedule when serving as the manager on duty

• Communicated information from manager meetings and ensure the team as a clear direction and is motivated

• Ensured the staff provided a “WOW” customer experience

• Assisted in inventory and stock room organization projects

• Collaborated with management team to develop content

• Demonstrated ability to execute and help lead opening and closing duties

• Understood and is able to coach to the importance of networking with customers to expand Kendra Scott’s involvement in the community

• Built the Kendra Scott brand in the community through participation in trunk shows, charity events, and team volunteer outings

Bloomingdales, Willow Grove, PA July 2015-September 2016 Fashion Jewelry Sales Professional, Pandora Jewelry Specialist

• Greeted customers and determined their needs and wants

• Recommended merchandise based on the individuals requirements

• Assisted with inventory, return to vendor merchandise, and the display of merchandise: specifically Pandora

• Trained to control register systems

• Trained new hirers in designated department

• Provided assistance in other departments as needed Baja Beach Tan, Malvern, PA March 2014-October 2016 Certified Shift Leader

• Key holder, was able to open, close and manage the store

• Exceeded stores specific sales goal each week of $2,500-$3,000

• Certified to control computer system: SunLync

• Assisted customers’ needs and questions regarding skin care to better understand the use of lotions Chloe Johnston, Devon, PA September 2014-December 2014 Marketing, Social Media, and Sales Intern

• Updated Instagram, Pinterest, and Twitter daily for the company with any advertisements, fun facts and pictures

• Blogged weekly on the boutiques’ personal page about latest fashion, beauty, and travel tips

• Created display arrangements of products to sell at shows

• Assisted at fashion shows as a model dresser, greeter, and sales associate Warwick Jewelers, Exton, PA June 2012-April 2014

Fine Jewelry Consultant and Marketing Intern

• Answered customers’ questions regarding the store and its merchandise

• Demonstrated use and care of fine jewelry to prevent damage

• Greeted customers and ascertained their needs to enhance their personal experience

• Maintained records relating to monthly sales goal of about $80,000

• Updated Facebook and website with new products and promotions to inform the public

• Worked one-on-one with vendors on how to better sell and advertise merchandise Extra-Curricular

Immaculata University, Immaculata PA

• Fashion Group Secretary

• Fashion Show Coordinator for Immaculata University fashion show

• Model for Immaculata Fashion Merchandising department and Philadelphia Style magazine

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