Visual Merchandising Manager Resume
Matthew Gonzalez
39, Sutton Road
Dumas, TX, 2853
772-9732-783
OBJECTIVE
Seeking a visual merchandising manager position at reputed company where I can maximize my merchandising skills and experience.
PERSONAL PROFILE
- Strong visual merchandising skills & excellent eye for detail.
- Strong time management and organizational skills.
- Excellent ability to create teams and partnership.
- Excellent delegation and follow-up skills.
- Ability to establish priorities, meet deadlines and work under pressure.
- Excellent leadership and communication skills,
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint.
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Arts in Social Science, 1986
Saint Edward’s University, TX
EXPERIENCE SUMMARY
First Cash Financial Services – Arlington, TX, 1996-Present
Visual Merchandising Manager
- Develop the visual merchandising function and implementing a structure to maintain consistent visual standards in our stores to drive profitable sales.
- Develop and maintain store planograms and partnering with operations to ensure their consistent application.
- Design, source and implement consistent in-store messaging.
- Provide training to store personnel on visual merchandising techniques and standards.
- Coordinate efforts with store personnel and others for in-store events, promotions, new store openings, exhibits/booths at public venues.
Party Corp – Dallas, TX, 1990-1995
Visual Merchandising Director
- Developed floor plans for new stores and remodeled stores.
- Worked with Merchandising to formulate and publish achievable planogram schedules.
- Ensured brand and visual consistency is upheld throughout the chain.
- Provided direction and clarification to the stores regarding presentation and product initiatives.
- Collected feedback and future recommendations regarding store presentation and signage.
- Researched and communicated with Merchandising items that are becoming a major trend and maximize presentation.
- Managed budgets to ensure effective use of finance in areas of fixtures and signage.
BDS Marketing – Dumas, TX, 1987-1990
Merchandising Coordinator
- Ensured compelling, accurate, and creative visual presentation.
- Managed inventory through stock replenishment.
- Implemented all Point of Sale materials and any branding collateral.
- Communicated effectively accomplishments at the department and door level to Winston Retail Solutions and the Client.
- Developed in-store relationships to maximize opportunities at retail.
- Trained Sales associates/Specialists/Department and Visual Managers on client merchandising initiatives and brand recognition.
- Negotiated better real estate locations or maintained locations as appropriate.