Kristie Elaine Thompson
*** ******** ****** ***. *, Roanoke, VA 24011
540-***-**** ( **************@*****.***
Objective:
Highly qualified retail service provider
seeking a position in a fast paced exciting retail
environment where I may utilize my strengths in client
services, multi-tasking and problem solving.
Retail Management:
Coordinates scheduling, order placement, tasks duties, pricing
and merchandising
Proper intake, handling, recording of all monies and merchandise
Expert problem solving skills to ensure project completion
Direct and open communications with staff and supervisors
Retail Client Services:
Welcomes and orientates all customers and engages personalized
rapport and product demonstration with clients to enhance shopping
experience and increase sales
Personable professional whose strengths include cultural sensitivity
and an ability to build rapport with diverse client bases in
multicultural settings
Tactfully and professionally deals with sensitive and confidential
matters
Ensures that myself and staff are equipped with knowledge of product
use, care and warranty information
Retail Merchandising &Marketing:
Takes pride in creating and maintaining a welcoming and exciting
atmosphere
Ensures movement of merchandise to spotlight new arrivals
Creates eclectic eye catching signage and displays
Scripts radio advertisements and outlines add placement
Retail Loss Prevention:
Follows inventory control procedures as well as maintaining a mental
picture of item placement and stock movement
Abides by company procedures for returns and employee purchases
Ensures theft prevention devices are attached to all merchandise
Watchful of suspicious activity and deters by engaging in
conversation
Working Experience:
Retail & Boutique Clothing, Lingerie, Accessories & Novelty Items
RSK Investments Boutique
Manager & Territorial Sales Manager
Roanoke, VA
2009 - present
Lane Bryant
Co Manager & IA Manager
Roanoke, VA
1991-1993 & 1996-1998
Greeting & Visitor Services
Science Museum of Western Virginia
Admissions Manager
Roanoke, VA
2002 - 2009
Restaurants, Bars & Retail Packaged Goods
EGM Associates
General Manager
Roanoke, VA, Baltimore, MD, Washington DC & Northern VA
1991-1995 & 1998-2001