Experience

Olsen Europe
• National Sales Manager


Nine West Canada

• Apparel & Fashion
• 1 - 100 Employee

• District Sales Manager

  • Aug 2013 - Present

  • Proven track record of Sales increases from previous years eminent in Comp increases. Currently, my area has an11% Comp increase over last year to date. •Direct setting and completion of operational priorities, financial results of overall store performance and individual performance; with the goal of improving productivity, personal development of the Store Managers and supporting Teams . •Look for and deliver information to assist store Managers in training and developing efficient… Show more • Proven track record of Sales increases from previous years eminent in Comp increases. Currently, my area has an11% Comp increase over last year to date. •Direct setting and completion of operational priorities, financial results of overall store performance and individual performance; with the goal of improving productivity, personal development of the Store Managers and supporting Teams . •Look for and deliver information to assist store Managers in training and developing efficient, motivated and skilled Associates. Achieved through support, presentations, conferences and developmental tools. •Specialize in recruiting and training and leading with solutions. Great candidate’s has resulted in award winning Managers and Teams! •Create a compelling environment that recognizes success, a culture of accountability in order to improve results and over all store sales, enhance the customer experience and increase Associate retention through motivation and feedback. •Foster an entrepreneurial spirit, in order to promote and cultivate new ideas; enrich the environment of the store. •Coordinate with internal and external organizations and authorities as necessary (Finance, HR, Marketing, Mall Affiliates, Competitors, Women’s groups/charity events/fashion shows etc…) Show less • Proven track record of Sales increases from previous years eminent in Comp increases. Currently, my area has an11% Comp increase over last year to date. •Direct setting and completion of operational priorities, financial results of overall store performance and individual performance; with the goal of improving productivity, personal development of the Store Managers and supporting Teams . •Look for and deliver information to assist store Managers in training and developing efficient… Show more • Proven track record of Sales increases from previous years eminent in Comp increases. Currently, my area has an11% Comp increase over last year to date. •Direct setting and completion of operational priorities, financial results of overall store performance and individual performance; with the goal of improving productivity, personal development of the Store Managers and supporting Teams . •Look for and deliver information to assist store Managers in training and developing efficient, motivated and skilled Associates. Achieved through support, presentations, conferences and developmental tools. •Specialize in recruiting and training and leading with solutions. Great candidate’s has resulted in award winning Managers and Teams! •Create a compelling environment that recognizes success, a culture of accountability in order to improve results and over all store sales, enhance the customer experience and increase Associate retention through motivation and feedback. •Foster an entrepreneurial spirit, in order to promote and cultivate new ideas; enrich the environment of the store. •Coordinate with internal and external organizations and authorities as necessary (Finance, HR, Marketing, Mall Affiliates, Competitors, Women’s groups/charity events/fashion shows etc…) Show less

• National Sales Manager

  • 2011 - 2013

  •Maximized all revenue growth opportunities and profitability with brand integrity by proactively leading the Team to ensure achievements of sales budgets •Responsible for recruiting Managers/District Managers in all markets in North America that demonstrate exceptional skill sets, uphold company philosophies and ambassadorship of the brand, excel in customer service, recruiting abilities, organizational and time management skills. •Responsible for providing strong leadership to the… Show more •Maximized all revenue growth opportunities and profitability with brand integrity by proactively leading the Team to ensure achievements of sales budgets •Responsible for recruiting Managers/District Managers in all markets in North America that demonstrate exceptional skill sets, uphold company philosophies and ambassadorship of the brand, excel in customer service, recruiting abilities, organizational and time management skills. •Responsible for providing strong leadership to the Managers /District Managers by providing consistent direction, feedback and follow up with a hands on approach •Responsible for complete operations of all Retail Stores through support and effective execution of all retail programs; sales management, CRM, merchandise presentation and product performance management, hiring, training of stores personal allocation of resources and cost management •Liaise with external organizations and authorities as necessary (Finance, HR, Marketing, Mall Affiliates, HBC Partners, Women’s groups/charity events/fashion shows)

• District Sales Manager

  • Sep 2006 - Nov 2011

  •Sales increases from previous years results were evident in Comp increases in 2010 of 19%, Comp increase in 2011 of 14% Comp increases as per the company Comp were 7% and 18% respectively •Plan, forecast and reports on sales, costs & business performance according to company requirements •Manage /directed selling and customer service activities and staff competencies; so as to optimize and sustain sales performance, profitability and customer satisfaction •Motivated, recruited… Show more •Sales increases from previous years results were evident in Comp increases in 2010 of 19%, Comp increase in 2011 of 14% Comp increases as per the company Comp were 7% and 18% respectively •Plan, forecast and reports on sales, costs & business performance according to company requirements •Manage /directed selling and customer service activities and staff competencies; so as to optimize and sustain sales performance, profitability and customer satisfaction •Motivated, recruited, trained & developed staff accordingly •Seek and continuously develop knowledge and information about competitor activity, pricing and tactics, and communicate this to relevant departments in the company •Develop personal skills and competencies through on-going training (such as merchandising, operations and policy and administration, as provided by the company or elsewhere (i.e. Diplomatic Training)