Amanda Buell Email & Phone Number

Portland, Or, Us

Portland, Oregon Metropolitan Area

Merchandiser and Brand Representative for Yeti, Titleist, Nomadix, Saxx and Baby Jogger brands. Responsible for ensuring the brands I represent have the best visibility and product placement within the store. Optimize sales by ensuring the brand is fully stocked, priced correctly and has a creative display.

Portland, Oregon Metropolitan Area

Skilled in sourcing, CV screening, interviewing, and candidate assessment. Sourced, assessed and hired candidates for leading retail merchandiser roles.

Portland, Or

Led and directed all facets of a $4M business. Managed two assistant managers, one intern, 20+ salespeople, cashiers, and stockers. Partnered with buying and merchant teams to ensure the right products and amounts were available on the floor. Maximized customer satisfaction by ensuring team members were properly trained on customer service etiquette.Built a top-performing department by recruiting, training, motivating, and developing the team.Identified areas of improvement by giving employees regular performance reviews.Ensured the department was properly equipped and ready for sales by creating merchandising displays.Met individual, department, and store goals using fashion and business skills to develop a successful business plan.Consistently achieved +10% sales increase year after year as manager.

Identified customer needs and missing items to provide them with the best possible shopping experience. Hired, trained, promoted, and motivated the team to achieve business goals. Promoted teamwork among brands, employees, store management, and the buying office. Forecasted and planned for future business.Remained abreast of changing trends and obtained clothing to accommodate extended sizes.Resolved conflicts that arose between team members to promote a cohesive work environment.Surpassed sales goals annually by motivating the team to achieve more.Promoted multiple sales associates as well as assistant managers to elevated roles.

Partnered with local sportswear brands to ensure the right products were available on the floor. Educated employees on how to be knowledgeable in fit and function for department brands from swimwear to winter apparel. Set up training sessions with sportswear companies to come to the store and educate the team on style fit and the company background.Drove future business by solidifying relationships with customers and providing exceptional service.Forged a partnership between Nordstrom and major sportswear brands; partnered with brands to hire fit and brand specialists for each brand.Worked closely with local sportswear brands to ensure their product was merchandised according to their specific standards.