Gina Simonetti Email & Phone Number

United States

~ Directed teams in creating floor plans for seasonal transitions, department resets and projects ~ Supported Buyer/Company vision utilizing SmartSpace~ Directed all merchandise communications for stores and executed per strategic corporate plan~ Ensured planograms, visual properties, graphics and vendor racks were ordered on schedule~ Responsible for accurate planogram and store assignments~ Challenged Inventory balance, ensuring correct goods and accurate quantities were allocated ~ Optimized space in stores to maximize sales and profits through team collaboration~ Cross functional influence between buyers, store planning, allocation and store to drive results

~ Pre-Opening responsibilities of a new store start up while simultaneously managing a closing one~ Worked with on-site foreman and engineer to ensure timely completion of construction services~ Maximized sales and profit objectives of a $15 million dollar department store~ Oversaw all HR and Operational functions~ Evaluated, analyzed and benchmarked store results and market trends~ Managed visual presentation and environment standards to create an optimal experience~ Increased customer base and maximized customer loyalty~ Direct reports included 5 exempt managers and 14 supervisors

United States