Lynn Wicker Email and Phone Number

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 The Men's and Young World department Merchandise Manager  Achieved 106% of sales plan for 2011 Successfully planned and staged 3 phases of renovation on the Men's floor - beginning August 2011 through the Grand Opening of the new floor in March 2012 Formed productive relationships with vendor representatives, focusing on business trends and merchandise presentation to best serve our customers Worked strategically with store team and regional partners regarding major realignments or reallocation of floor space to maximize sales Worked closely with visual manager - highlighting certain fashion trends, new vendors and creating 'wow' statements throughout floor Trained sales team and managers in merchandising presentation techniques in order to maintain high standards Asked to support the holiday and spring prototyping in Roosevelt Field Mall, setting merchandise presentations for use throughout the the Bloomingdale organization

 Routinely exceeded weekly sales plan by double digits Exceeded monthly store sales plan by 36%“Top 5” highest grossing in the company 4th largest single transaction in the company Manage staff of five Expert in choosing the correct fit and ensemble for a wide range of clients Create weekly and monthly sales and professional goals for employees and management Responsible for weekly visual merchandising changes Build positive relationships with clients, generating satisfied repeat customers Communicate with corporate management on areas of inventory, merchandising, sales goals, product knowledge, and customer satisfaction

 Assisted in apparel/accessories purchasing and buying decisions Authored professional correspondence to vendors and customers Involved in the opening and relocation of the store on campus Planned and coordinated sale promotions and events Responsible for merchandising and maintaining visuals on sales floor Helped customers with buying decisions and outfit/accessory coordination