CONTACT

Phone:

609-***-****

Email:

Rayvenellison@

yahoo.com

Linkedin:

https://www.link

edin.com/in/rayv

en-ellison-

323572176

SKILLS

EXPERIENCE (SUPERVISORY)

EDUCATION

Throughout my ten years in the apparel and merchandising industry, I have acquired the needed skills to advance in my career. My passion for the industry as a whole shows through my level of education, my work ethic, and my strive to advance from my current entry-level position. Rayven Ellison

Retail Sales (10 years)

Verbal and Written

Communication

Employee Training

Sales Leadership

Excellent Customer

Service

Strategic Planning

Visual Merchandising

Trend Analysis

Marketing

Diligent Team Player and

Leader

STORE MANAGER: BROOKS BROTHERS

JANUARY 2022-AUGUST 2023

Used statistical information and market knowledge to create action plans and achieve financial, customer service, and operational goals Provided and received feedback in order to improve performance Oversaw all controllable expenses (payroll and training) to increase profitability Provided leadership for merchandising and visual expectations (floor sets, etc) Modeled company values of respect, integrity, teamwork, and inclusivity, accountability, and compassion

Virginia State University

B.S. in Textile, Apparel,

and Merchandising

Management

Drives results and oversees operations of multiple stores within the same mall Creates an environment where a team will deliver exceptional service, sales goals, and KPI’s

‘On the floor’ leader of multi-unit environment managing multiple stores Network, recruit, and hire to staffing needs filling open positions in a timely manner utilizing appropriate company tools

Drive sales by consistently identifying opportunities and gaps to achieve individual, store, and mall goals

Create a fun, inspiring, and inclusive work environment that reflects the culture of the brand KCI’s

Drive sales by consistently identifying opportunities and gaps to achieve individual, store, and mall goals

Network, recruit, and hire to staffing needs filling open positions in a timely manner utilizing appropriate company tools

ASSISTANT STORE MANAGER: J. CREW

FACTORY

JULY 2023- OCTOBER 2023

MULTI STORE MANAGER: SUNGLASS HUT

OCTOBER 2023- PRESENT

Provided in-the-moment coaching to team on personal sales, cultivating private shoppers, and providing outstanding customer experiences Designed floor set by creating visual maps and preparing mannequins to reflect in a visual book

Observed associate performance on the selling floor and assist if necessary to make a connection or sale

Demonstrated personalized connections with customers that drive loyalty and excitement for the brand

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