Ashley Burke Email & Phone Number

Lexington, Kentucky, United States

I acquire quality goods and services to support the construction and heavy equipment operations of this well-established, regional company. As the only employee dedicated to purchasing, I create and execute plans based on the production environment schedule. My role also involves managing sourcing, 45+ vendors, pricing, inventory, orders, rotations, inspections and the fuel supply. I leverage technology to ensure consistency and business visibility across these activities.

Lexington, Kentucky, United States

I maximized revenue and elevated loyalty for Women’s Active brands for this multi-billion-dollar, publicly traded retail chain. Through direct customer engagement, private shopping experiences, suggestive selling and by sharing product knowledge, I delivered exceptional customer service. I also collaborated with the Visual Design Manager to develop and implement impactful visual displays. I performed merchandising, managed products and monitored department inventory. Most notably… Show more I maximized revenue and elevated loyalty for Women’s Active brands for this multi-billion-dollar, publicly traded retail chain. Through direct customer engagement, private shopping experiences, suggestive selling and by sharing product knowledge, I delivered exceptional customer service. I also collaborated with the Visual Design Manager to develop and implement impactful visual displays. I performed merchandising, managed products and monitored department inventory. Most notably, I:• Quickly adapted to a new company culture, standards and practices.• Demonstrated exceptional capabilities which led to leadership selecting and trusting me to serve their top clients. Show less

Lexington, Kentucky Area

I advised about 10 couples per week on the creation of their event registrations, ensuring strong alignment with their unique needs. Concurrently, I followed up with customers who initiated online registries and assisted gift givers with their purchasing decisions. There was an office management component to this role, which involved using reports to identify sales growth opportunities, engaging in marketing activities and providing customer tours of registry departments. Additionally… Show more I advised about 10 couples per week on the creation of their event registrations, ensuring strong alignment with their unique needs. Concurrently, I followed up with customers who initiated online registries and assisted gift givers with their purchasing decisions. There was an office management component to this role, which involved using reports to identify sales growth opportunities, engaging in marketing activities and providing customer tours of registry departments. Additionally, I:• Expanded Home Store sales and improved the location’s Registry Value metric by developing relationships with customers and explaining key registry benefits (like deep discounts on post-wedding date purchases).• Conceptualized and organized successful in-store events on a lean budget. This included coordinating the calendar, marketing, logistics, invitations, event layout, vendors, contracts, food, entertainment and décor.• Developed a training and resource guide for associates to reference when helping registry customers.• Was recognized for exceptional performance through district honors and rankings. I was the last retained Consultant in the pandemic layoffs. Show less

Lexington, Kentucky Area

I managed merchandising for multiple Women’s private brands, including Style & Co, Alfani, Charter Club and Karen Stock. I executed merchandise and floor moves based on new inventory, seasonal changes, events, trends, pricing and marketing collateral. I also organized the stockroom merchandise and coached the support team through best practices to maximize customer interest and sales. Most notably, I:• Was quickly promoted into Private Brands based on my merchandising skills and… Show more I managed merchandising for multiple Women’s private brands, including Style & Co, Alfani, Charter Club and Karen Stock. I executed merchandise and floor moves based on new inventory, seasonal changes, events, trends, pricing and marketing collateral. I also organized the stockroom merchandise and coached the support team through best practices to maximize customer interest and sales. Most notably, I:• Was quickly promoted into Private Brands based on my merchandising skills and customer-focus.• Optimized the stockroom organization and space utilization, which accelerated shelf replenishment.• Amplified Private Brand sales through consistent product rotation, by encouraging customer display exploration and by providing direct customer engagement when needed (even though sales was not part of this job). Show less

Lexington, Kentucky Area

• Performed operational tasks including resets, rotation of products, restocks and reorders as necessary.• Ensured completed work assignments adhered to specified merchandising processes.• Accurately logged all completed assignments and communicated all merchandise needs or issues in a timely manner.

Lexington, Kentucky Area

• Supervised and trained 20 employees.• Recruited, hired, and developed store associates.• Opened and closed facility; managed daily cash and inventory.• Maximized guest experience, company sales and efficiency.

Lexington, Kentucky Area

• Trained new servers on how to create a pleasurable dinning experience, while multi-tasking and helping other crew members.• Created repeat business by developing long-term relationships with regular customers.• Consistently recognized by management for providing superior customer service.

Lexington, Kentucky Area

Roles and Responsibilities:• Lead Server/Server Trainer, Bartender• Accountable for server training, delivering exceptional guest service and food quality• Established repeat business by developing lasting relationships with customers• Worked closely with the owners planning, organizing, and promoting a range of fun and unique special events for the restaurant

Lexington, Kentucky Area

• Worked directly with the Editor on a variety of writing projects• Published in 2010 Chevy Chaser magazine

Washington D.C. Metro Area

Selected among fellow peers to assist in large-scale marketing project. Member of one of 20 universities to be accepted to build a house on the National Mall completely powered by solar energy. Responsibilities included:• Updating the team Web site content and blog• Meeting with architects and engineers to conduct interviews and gather information about the solar house and its development • Writing scripts for 90 second audio clips for a guide-by-cell audio tour

Advanced Tap and Jazz Instructor/Choreograper

Integrated And Strategic Communications - Public Relations

Activities and Societies: Vice President of the University of Kentucky Dance Ensemble, 2009 Solar Decathlon Marketing and Communications.

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