Steven E. Smith Email & Phone Number

United States

Orlando, Florida Area

Orlando, Florida

Us

Developed a team of seasoned and successful merchandisers who contributed to merchandising, marketing and sales of brands; Sean John, Ellen Tracy, Frye, John Varvatos, Jones NY, Diesel, Bugatti, BCBG, and Tom & Teddy. Created, delivered and communicated effective visual concepts and strategies to promote the leading retail brands.

New York, Ny

I helped to gain the US market for this Canadian-based startup company. In addition to leading and guiding training for newly hired U.S. Merchandise Coordinators, I also managed the U.S. travel budget while maintaining alignment with company’s goals and expectations. I guided account management productivity goals and consistently met deadlines by using strong sales skills and sound judgment. Ultimately, I delivered exceptional bottom-line results, including well-developed business relationships that helped in driving demand generation and sales revenue growth.

Central Valley, Ny

Working for a premium outlet store, I led strengthened opportunities for success by improving staff performance through training, coaching, and mentoring programs. Using strong expertise in sales management and business operations, my team and I ultimately achieved $24M in annual sales across all lines of business. In addition to leading, guiding, and training high-performing sales associates, I also assisted with marketing and sales floor activities, in addition to managing and overseeing merchandising, inventory control, ordering, loss prevention, and maintenance functions. Dedicated to creating strong teams, by cultivating and nurturing relationships with staff and management, I was able to increase unity among staff and management, creating an optimal environment for improved sales and operational performance.

New York, Ny

As leader of merchandising for the flagship location of an internationally renowned retail brand, I executed store merchandising strategies to ensure ample opportunities for customers to take advantage of product promotions. My work involved developing, managing, and maintaining store pricing plans while carefully confirming/offering the best possible market price/value relationship. Guiding team efforts, I worked closely with head buyers and department managers in implementing, managing, and maintaining store aesthetics and prime visibility of the store’s merchandise assortment.

New York, Ny

I worked closely with clients of Winston Retail Solutions, a leading service agency providing consultation for retail merchandising, environmental design, and project management to support on-floor retail presence. As one of the top Merchandise Coordinators in the field, I received constant recognition for achieving and exceeding expectations. My accomplishments included training sales representatives and specialists, ensuring they were knowledgeable about new products and industry trends. In addition, I helped to maximize profits for clients by building strong relationships while working with multiple vendors; implementing floor installations and setting up shops in department stores and specialty retailers.

Trumbull Ct/ Westport Ct

Monitored sales and tracked results for well-known clothing and accessories retailer. Maximized business opportunities by implementing strategic action plans and improving key performance indicators. Led and guided inventory/stock and visual display, and merchandising teams. Ensured staff performance and productivity.

Darien Ct

London, United Kingdom

Orlando, Florida Area

College Program Fall 2000/Summer 2001

Ba, Human Resources, Double Minor Business And Psychology

Activities and Societies: Residents Assistant-2002, 2003, 2004, Residents Assistant Advisory Board 2003-2004

Concentration, Fashion Merchandising And Buying

Activities and Societies: First American exchange student from the London College of Fashion to be offered this internshi at Harvey.