Martin Bosnak
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Objective
To effectively utilize 26 years of professional experience in sales, management, account management and merchandising within a stable company seeking expansion and growth. Qualifications
Possess over 20 years of professional experience in sales as a sales manager maintaining key accounts for renowned wholesalers, designers and distributors of men’s and women’s apparel. Specializing in developing, managing, marketing and merchandising men’s and women’s clothing lines of outerwear, leather, sportswear and rainwear.
Accomplished in generating peak sales volumes of $ 20+ million. Outstanding leadership abilities – able to interview, hire, supervise, encourage, mentor, motivate and coach a team of sales representatives, designers and office support to realistically and competitively achieve personal and company goals. Skilled in establishing, developing and maintaining new and existing accounts to expand clientele through excellent customer rapport and trust.
Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills. Familiar with computer operation and navigation of Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Word, Office Excel, ADP, and CRM Experience
APPSTAR FINANCIAL
San Diego, CA
Client Consultant
2014
Transaction processing of credit, debit, checks, and POS equipment. PERSONAL LLC COMPANY
New Jersey
Home Improvement Contractor
2010 Present
Included flooring, painting, window treatments in both commercial and residential sector. GREENLANDER LLC
New York, NY
Sales Manager
2008 – 2009
Developed and oversaw the merchandising and sales division for a juniors active and outerwear manufacturer. In charge of all sales to specialty stores and department stores. MAKLIHON MANUFACTURING CORP
New York, NY
Division President
2006 – 2008
Responsible for pioneering a private label of men’s and women’s sportswear and outerwear. Managed the division to manufacture and promote the label to department stores. BOSTON HARBOR
New York, NY
Sales Manager / Vice President of Ladies Division
2005 – 2006
Responsibly established and managed key accounts with Macy’s, Belk, Stage Stores, Burlington Coat Factory, Marmaxx, Value City, Nordstrom and Saks 5th Avenue for the sales of a ladies apparel line. PRIVATE LABEL BUSINESS New
York, NY
President of Sales and Merchandising 2005
Collaborated with Sima / Mitsu Co. to market a line of men’s and women’s outerwear and coats. Creatively consulted with major designers to develop a contemporary line of wool, leather, knit, twill, fleece and down coats and jackets for men and women to meet urban demand and trend. Solicited contacts and sales agreements with buyers of major department stores in the NY Metro area in order to retail to customers. ADLER LEATHER New
York, NY
Sales / Account Manager
1997 – 2005
Responsible for the NYC expansion of a family run Los Angeles based wholesaler, distributor and design house of fashion leather garments for men and women.
Developed professional relationships with Federated, MayCo, Nordstrom, Belk, Steinmart, Elder Beerman, Marmaxx, Burlington Coat Factory, Value City and Saks, Inc.
MISTY HARBOR (Division of Amerex) New
York, NY
Vice President of Sales and Merchandising
1990 – 1997
Developed and oversaw the merchandising and sales division for a women’s rainwear line. Employed a designer to assist and collaborate in the creation of the new line. Perfected and advances a sales team of 16 territorial representatives. Education
STATE UNIVERSITY OF NY AT BUFFALO Buffalo,
NY
Bachelor of Arts – Business & Merchandising
References Furnished Upon Request