Chris Beck
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Merri Huang, MS
I worked with Chris Beck in two separate capacities. - Fossil: 5+ years While I was Fossil’s Watch Account Executive for Macy’s NW & for Dillard’s AZ, Chris was the West Coast Regional Manager for Fossil’s merchandising division. As RMM, Chris • Recruited, trained, developed, and coached Fossil’s merchandisers who serviced Macy’s NW and Dillard’s. His supervision and leadership produced sales which exceeded plan for all the years he managed those associate teams. • Drove Fossil product sales in these accounts through his communication and execution of Fossil’s visual presentation, sales goals, and marketing strategies to his team, as well as through maintaining close partnerships with the accounts’ buying offices and stores’ personnel. - Macy’s: 6 + years As Fossil’s District Sales Specialist for Macy’s, I worked with Chris while he was Macy’s District Merchant for Watches & Jewelry, Macy’s Portland, OR. In this position Chris • Took a leadership position with his VP and the District Planner, successfully sharing with them his understanding of the unique, local product opportunities within his stores. • His abilities to use Macy’s reporting systems, to translate goals into point of purchase strategies, produced excellent sales results. • He forged strong communications with his suppliers (including Fossil and its numerous products and brands) which in turn enabled him to share with Macy’s corporate buyers, in both written and verbal formats, actionable sales forecasts. By providing quantified, timely information, Chris was able to offer his customer an inspired product assortment, directly reflective of his locations' needs. I wish Chris continued success.
LinkedIn User
The first thing that comes to mind about Chris is his unique ability to drive results and motivate people to achieve goals. During our time working together, his stores exceeded comp sales goals, he partnered with others in the organization to address recruiting staffing issues, and greatly improved merchandising and visual displays. He set a great example for both those reporting to him and coworkers.
Merri Huang, MS
I worked with Chris Beck in two separate capacities. - Fossil: 5+ years While I was Fossil’s Watch Account Executive for Macy’s NW & for Dillard’s AZ, Chris was the West Coast Regional Manager for Fossil’s merchandising division. As RMM, Chris • Recruited, trained, developed, and coached Fossil’s merchandisers who serviced Macy’s NW and Dillard’s. His supervision and leadership produced sales which exceeded plan for all the years he managed those associate teams. • Drove Fossil product sales in these accounts through his communication and execution of Fossil’s visual presentation, sales goals, and marketing strategies to his team, as well as through maintaining close partnerships with the accounts’ buying offices and stores’ personnel. - Macy’s: 6 + years As Fossil’s District Sales Specialist for Macy’s, I worked with Chris while he was Macy’s District Merchant for Watches & Jewelry, Macy’s Portland, OR. In this position Chris • Took a leadership position with his VP and the District Planner, successfully sharing with them his understanding of the unique, local product opportunities within his stores. • His abilities to use Macy’s reporting systems, to translate goals into point of purchase strategies, produced excellent sales results. • He forged strong communications with his suppliers (including Fossil and its numerous products and brands) which in turn enabled him to share with Macy’s corporate buyers, in both written and verbal formats, actionable sales forecasts. By providing quantified, timely information, Chris was able to offer his customer an inspired product assortment, directly reflective of his locations' needs. I wish Chris continued success.
LinkedIn User
The first thing that comes to mind about Chris is his unique ability to drive results and motivate people to achieve goals. During our time working together, his stores exceeded comp sales goals, he partnered with others in the organization to address recruiting staffing issues, and greatly improved merchandising and visual displays. He set a great example for both those reporting to him and coworkers.
Merri Huang, MS
I worked with Chris Beck in two separate capacities. - Fossil: 5+ years While I was Fossil’s Watch Account Executive for Macy’s NW & for Dillard’s AZ, Chris was the West Coast Regional Manager for Fossil’s merchandising division. As RMM, Chris • Recruited, trained, developed, and coached Fossil’s merchandisers who serviced Macy’s NW and Dillard’s. His supervision and leadership produced sales which exceeded plan for all the years he managed those associate teams. • Drove Fossil product sales in these accounts through his communication and execution of Fossil’s visual presentation, sales goals, and marketing strategies to his team, as well as through maintaining close partnerships with the accounts’ buying offices and stores’ personnel. - Macy’s: 6 + years As Fossil’s District Sales Specialist for Macy’s, I worked with Chris while he was Macy’s District Merchant for Watches & Jewelry, Macy’s Portland, OR. In this position Chris • Took a leadership position with his VP and the District Planner, successfully sharing with them his understanding of the unique, local product opportunities within his stores. • His abilities to use Macy’s reporting systems, to translate goals into point of purchase strategies, produced excellent sales results. • He forged strong communications with his suppliers (including Fossil and its numerous products and brands) which in turn enabled him to share with Macy’s corporate buyers, in both written and verbal formats, actionable sales forecasts. By providing quantified, timely information, Chris was able to offer his customer an inspired product assortment, directly reflective of his locations' needs. I wish Chris continued success.
LinkedIn User
The first thing that comes to mind about Chris is his unique ability to drive results and motivate people to achieve goals. During our time working together, his stores exceeded comp sales goals, he partnered with others in the organization to address recruiting staffing issues, and greatly improved merchandising and visual displays. He set a great example for both those reporting to him and coworkers.
Merri Huang, MS
I worked with Chris Beck in two separate capacities. - Fossil: 5+ years While I was Fossil’s Watch Account Executive for Macy’s NW & for Dillard’s AZ, Chris was the West Coast Regional Manager for Fossil’s merchandising division. As RMM, Chris • Recruited, trained, developed, and coached Fossil’s merchandisers who serviced Macy’s NW and Dillard’s. His supervision and leadership produced sales which exceeded plan for all the years he managed those associate teams. • Drove Fossil product sales in these accounts through his communication and execution of Fossil’s visual presentation, sales goals, and marketing strategies to his team, as well as through maintaining close partnerships with the accounts’ buying offices and stores’ personnel. - Macy’s: 6 + years As Fossil’s District Sales Specialist for Macy’s, I worked with Chris while he was Macy’s District Merchant for Watches & Jewelry, Macy’s Portland, OR. In this position Chris • Took a leadership position with his VP and the District Planner, successfully sharing with them his understanding of the unique, local product opportunities within his stores. • His abilities to use Macy’s reporting systems, to translate goals into point of purchase strategies, produced excellent sales results. • He forged strong communications with his suppliers (including Fossil and its numerous products and brands) which in turn enabled him to share with Macy’s corporate buyers, in both written and verbal formats, actionable sales forecasts. By providing quantified, timely information, Chris was able to offer his customer an inspired product assortment, directly reflective of his locations' needs. I wish Chris continued success.
LinkedIn User
The first thing that comes to mind about Chris is his unique ability to drive results and motivate people to achieve goals. During our time working together, his stores exceeded comp sales goals, he partnered with others in the organization to address recruiting staffing issues, and greatly improved merchandising and visual displays. He set a great example for both those reporting to him and coworkers.
Credentials
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Visual Merchandising and Space Planning
FIDM/Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising
Experience
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Vadis
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Non-profit Organization Management
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1 - 100 Employee
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Program Manager
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Oct 2021 - Present
Serving over 1,000 people per month in King, Pierce, Snohomish, Kitsap, Thurston and Mason Counties. We strive to provide people with disabilities, and those who experience homelessness, opportunities and experiences to fulfill their economic and human potential. Vadis is dedicated to assisting businesses in finding great employees and be a more inclusive employer. Our focus on customer service is your assurance of excellence! Serving over 1,000 people per month in King, Pierce, Snohomish, Kitsap, Thurston and Mason Counties. We strive to provide people with disabilities, and those who experience homelessness, opportunities and experiences to fulfill their economic and human potential. Vadis is dedicated to assisting businesses in finding great employees and be a more inclusive employer. Our focus on customer service is your assurance of excellence!
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Nordstrom
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United States
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Retail
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700 & Above Employee
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Manager Assistant
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Oct 2017 - Dec 2019
Asst Sales Dept Mgr, Women’s Shoes ($7.0 M Volume), Nordstrom, Corte Madera, CA January 2018 - Present o Built strong teams through positive, proactive communication coaching o Designed and facilitated training and development programs o Conducted new employee orientation and training for new employees o Responsible for developing store wide events to increase sales o Plan and developed store wide strategies for customer appreciation day o Achieved productivity expectations and demonstrate ongoing improvement o Assisted the Manager in maximizing merchandise presentation to drive volume potential 1st Assistant Sales Manager - Women’s Salon Shoes October 2018 – January 2018 o $3.5 M Volume o Prioritized remaining competitive, ensuring the finest in service delivery, selection, fit, quality and value o Prepared and executed business plan to optimize resources and results o Responsible for department operations and environment Show less
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SideWaze Designs/Fitted Supply
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Federal Way Washington
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Director of Sales and Marketing
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Oct 2014 - Oct 2017
• Develop wholesale and retail online and marketing plan and metrics to drive efficiencies for screen printing, contract printing, product development and graphic design • Responsible for the sales reporting function, defining operation processes and contributing to sales strategies to increase top and bottom line profitability • Oversee the day-to-day operations for both sales and marketing • Negotiate pricing with overseas factories and US suppliers • Negotiate pricing with existing and new client base to increase margins on all projects between 20% and 30% • Work with the designer and CEO on a full line of clothing, including Sidney Rice’s AWOL, Jermaine Kearse’s 15 to 1 Foundation, Ron Parker’s 38 clothing brand and accessories, Graphic Design, Screen Printing, Embroidery, Promotional Products and Accessories, Athletic Uniform Design and Production, Custom Socks and Cut-and-Sew Garments • Develop marketing and promotional events Show less
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Owner/Partner IScream Cafe
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Cotati, CA
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Co-Owner
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May 2014 - Sep 2015
• Start-up business • Responsible for all day-to-day operations receiving of goods, ordering of all inventory • Managed work load for the day- to- day operations for staff training and development • Coordinated logistic and organization all private events and fundraiser’s • Established vendor relationships negotiated best pricing on equipment and food cost to improve profit margins • Developed marketing tools and promotional events • Member of Cotati Chamber of Commerce and helped develop community events • Developed a profitable business and sold business in 15 months for substantial profit Show less
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Goodwill ~ Redwood Empire
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United States
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Non-profit Organizations
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1 - 100 Employee
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Regional Retail Manager
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Oct 2012 - May 2014
• Researched various training options and recommended training and development programs • Ensure day-to-day execution of all retail operations, staffing and training, customer service, random audits, payroll, loss prevention, scheduling, visual merchandising, inventory management, budgeting, etc. • Collaborate with People Services, HR and Director of Stores in developing training programs and store incentive programs • Worked with the HR Dir to establish an open interview process to decrease open positions by 50% for the company • Implemented monthly communication on how to execute merchandising strategies • Partner with Director of Stores to develop retail vision, plan and metrics to drive efficiencies, top line growth and bottom-line profitability within my territory of stores • Show less
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Macy's
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United States
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Retail
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700 & Above Employee
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District Merchant
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Apr 2008 - Jan 2011
• Corporate trainer for store presentation, customers service, sales teams and employee development • Oversaw the execution of consistent merchandise presentation through hands-on training• Recruited and mentored new assistant store managers, group sales managers and merchandising team management with the on-boarding process• Organized trainings developed agenda and presentation materials• Supported local marketing efforts for each door in my district
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Accessories Coordinator
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Jul 2004 - Apr 2008
• Corporate trainer for women’s accessories • Developed and implemented a brand new specialist program for the company • Partnered with store managers, regional managers, merchandising managers and sales managers to communicate and execute corporate strategies• Held monthly meeting with staff to communicate new training opportunities • Executed consistent merchandise presentation through hands-on training in-store• Developed and facilitated vendor training seminars for educating store personnel with product knowledge Show less
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Fossil Group, Inc.
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United States
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Retail
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700 & Above Employee
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West Coast Regional Merchandising Manager
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Apr 1998 - Jul 2003
• Developed new clients in the fashion industry, retail and wholesale • Created sales marketing materials for fashionresume • Managed relationships with existing account base • Negotiated price and delivery of recruiting solutions • Led weekly sales and marketing meetings • Defined public relations needs • Developed new clients in the fashion industry, retail and wholesale • Created sales marketing materials for fashionresume • Managed relationships with existing account base • Negotiated price and delivery of recruiting solutions • Led weekly sales and marketing meetings • Defined public relations needs
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Education
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1995 - 1997
FIDM/Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising-San Francisco
Associate’s Degree, Fashion Merchandising and Space Planning -
1990 - 1992
Cosumnes River College
Associate’s Degree, General Studies
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