RESUME
;tness, sporting goods and athletic
footwear industry. Dependable, responsible hard worker who is adept at creatively solving problems as they arise. Proven
success with training, team building, event planning and presentations. Enjoy educating and motivating clients on various
challenges they may face when making a healthy lifestyle change. Skilled in developing and maintaining client and vendor
relationships. Seeking an opportunity to challenge my experience, skills and education to an entirely new level.
EXPERIENCE
CATEGORY MANAGER-SNEAKER ADVANTAGE, TONY WALKER INC. BUFFALO,
NY, OCT. •••••PRESENT
Consistently lead staff to meet and exceed weekly and monthly sales goals
Host seminars for Podiatrists, Physical Therapists and Orthopedic Surgeons to educate them and solidify referral
program
Train associates in &#•••••;tness technology and selling points of various products
Educate clients on maintenance of proper &#•••••;t, technology and lifestyle to improve overall health and wellness
Established new and pro&#•••••;table relationships with vendors improving product inventory and margin
Created marketing materials and marketing opportunities that inform and attract clients of all athletic abilities to store
FOOTWEAR OPERATIONS LEAD, DICKS SPORTING GOODS BUFFALO, NY
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Developed and implemented plan for more effective warehouse receiving procedures resulting in a ••••• percent decrease
in store theft
Merchandised point of sale areas to increase sales
Trained staff in product knowledge and technology, selling points and customer service skills
Handled complex customer service issues with professionalism and tact
NIKE BRAND COORDINATOR, DICKS SPORTING GOODS BUFFALO, NY
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Completed of&#•••••;cial training at Niketown on proper merchandising, sales and presentation procedures
Achieved top overall sales of Nike Brand Coordinators nationwide
Raised Nike merchandising grade from a D to an A while in the position
FULFILLMENT SPECIALIST, ••••• COLUMBUS, OH •••••
Served as sole liaison between Dicks Sporting Goods, third party management and warehouse staff
Met and exceeded expectations for buyers, warehouse staff support, brand relations and online representation and
maintenance of accurate inventory.
Trained warehouse staff and third party management on handling of product, timely shipping, order accuracy and
customer satisfaction
Completed &#•••••;tness and product training seminars for The North Face, Nike, Adidas, New Balance, Calloway Golf and
Taylor Made Golf
EDUCATION
State University of New York at Binghamton-Bachelor of Arts, English, Minor in Photography•••••
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