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objective

results-driven individual eager to contribute broad scope of experience in fashion merchandising, marketing, relationship building, team building, advertising, customer service and analytical skill sets in a challenging fashion industry assignment.

 

career profile

ø  over two decades of business operations background.

ø  extensive marketing, business development and promotional experience.

ø  particular focus on fashion sportswear and jewelry.

ø  proven project manager and coordinator.

ø  originate and launch individual/group marketing programs with focus on revenue expansion.

ø  deliver well-received event production.

ø  continuous achievement of ambitious revenue objectives in competitive market places.

ø  establish and facilitate high dollar client relationships including account management.

ø  extensive contact base with successful sales professionals.

ø  adept at presentations to key decision makers.

ø  record of progression to assignments of increasing responsibility.

ø  consistently meet/exceed challenging business development objectives.

ø  proven accomplishments in building market share and recognition.

ø  notable facilitator and communicator.

ø  comprehensive understanding of assessing business requirements and implementing solutions.

ø  well-organized multi-tasker with strong detail orientation.

ø  proficient in advanced business software applications including ms office suite.

 

retail/fashion background

just gems collection, danville, ca                                                                                              most recent

owner/designer

       planned, launched and managed this wholesale jewelry venture.

       developed exclusive relationships with nordstrom, bergdorf goodman and multiple specialty outlets.

       recruited and managed professional sales personnel in new york, los angeles and dallas markets.

       coordinated and directed specialized regional marketing initiatives focusing on fashion and price trends.

       facilitated production of jewelry collection items.

       ensured achievement of all p&l objectives.

 

steinebronn sport couture, munich, germany                                                                                 1990 - 1994

sales and marketing executive

       recruited to serve in executive role for this international, high-end golf, ski and tennis clothing line.

       tasked to market and develop business in the southern united states.

       represented organization at trade shows.

       aided retail store clientele in line purchasing, presentation and merchandising.

       coordinated closely with corporate senior management in germany.

 

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i. magnin, various locations                                                                                                           1988 - 1990

buyer, san francisco, ca (1988-1990)

       promoted to oversee procurement of women s sportswear, san francisco unit merchandising and sales staff professional developing covering seasonal product lines.

       originated monthly budgets and p&l reports.

       aided design staff in innovative fashion trends to increase revenue and market share.

 

sales consultant, chanel cosmetics, walnut creek, ca (1988)

       hired to perform business development of specialized chanel market segment.

       delivered outstanding customer service while meeting competitive sales quotas.

 

 

earlier endeavors

prior to 1988, served as sales and marketing executive, b&r mayersohn, los angeles, ca, and buyer, the outfitter, mammoth lakes, ca.  in these assignments developed outstanding sales, marketing, customer service, product line design and merchandising skill sets.

 

 

other career background

most recently, have served as executive vp of sales and marketing, alliance title company, contra costa county, ca.  in this role was tasked with comprehensive marketing, business development, p&l, recruitment, training and customer relations duties.  successfully maintained no. 1 position in contra costa county from 2002-2008, and was recipient of exceptional sales award.

 

 

education

university of california, santa barbara, ca

general studies

 

santa barbara city college, santa barbara, ca

general studies

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cover letter text

 

date

 

 

 

hiring agent name

title

company name

address

city, state   zip code

 

dear                   :

 

i am currently seeking a challenging career opportunity in a senior sales executive capacity in the fashion sector and am submitting my resume for your review.  in advance, i thank you for your time and consideration.

 

as demonstrated in the accompanying resume, my professional qualifications include long-term, successful experience in all aspects of fashion industry operations with high end clientele.  to complement this background, i possess demonstrated expertise in fashion merchandising, unit operations, sales/marketing, relationship development, staff supervision and customer service as well as strong analytical, problem-solving and managerial capabilities.  as an employee, you will find me to be an enthusiastic and disciplined team player, committed to supporting you in achieving your objectives through superior performance. 

 

i am confident that i could be a valuable asset to your firm, and look forward to interviewing with you in the near future to further discuss my areas of experience and expertise that would be a contribution to your organization.

 

 

 

 

sincerely,

 

 

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