G Nenadich Location: Skokie, IL 60077 ... environment. ExperienceManage r [5/2002 - 11/2006] Na Hoku Jewelers [Schaumburg, Illinois] Recruited, trained and supervised a staff of fourteen sales associates Responsible for all loose diamond orders and client assistance Consistently maintained the number one personal sales position in the company Traveled nationally to recruit and train associates for other Na Hoku stores Served as model store to train and prepare managers for new store openings Initiated and developed a Preferred Client Profile System Merchandiser / Sr. Stone Buyer [5/1995 - 8/2001] Donald Bruce Co. [Chicago, Illinois] Developed product lines for major mass merchants and independent markets C ...
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D Decker Location: Peoria, IL 61615 ... ales and profitability goals. Diverse background in merchandising includes implementation of plan-o-grams in both highly structured and autonomous decision making environments. Boost sales by creating visually appealing displays and point-of-sale promotions based on local buying trends. Proven ability to maximize inventory by accurately monitoring and forecasting sales activity. Successfully reduce shrinkage through improving employee awareness of loss prevention. Develop strong management and sales teams committed to achieving corporate growth and quality objectives. Effectively recruit, coach and motivate associates to improve productivity and profitability. Proven ability to turn- ...
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S Jenks Location: Chicago, IL 60647 ... tions, Merchandising, Business and Human Resources • Trained and developed staff for advancement within the store and organization • Conducted loss prevention and operational efficiency workshops • Consistently increased sales performance, resulting in positive comp growth • Best shrink results 2003(region) & 2007(district); most improved shrink result 2006(region) • 2 years of experience purchasing and managing fine jewelry inventory for 30 May Company department stores • 3 years of experience as an administrative assistant • Skilled at gathering, analyzing and summarizing all types of information • Created, organized and maintained business documents and records • Wrote, proofed and ...
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L Ruiz Soto Location: Chicago, IL 60617 ... ogical Institute of America (GIA) Carlsbad, CA Accredited Jewelry Professional · Currently enrolled in the Distance Education School of Gemology for Graduate Gemologist course. 01/2006- 05/2006 South Suburban College South Holland, IL Some College Coursework Completed · Minored in Political Science and majored in Criminal Justice. 02/2002- 06/2005 George Rogers Clark Middle/High School Whiting, In Indiana Core 40 High School Diploma · I was a Scholars list and Honor roll student freshman through senior year. I was Latino Club project organizer for my junior and senior year. Also Yearbook editor my senior year. Professional 11/2006- Present Mega Cellular #512 (21 ...
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K Moore Location: Woodridge, IL 60517 ... EDUCATION GRADUATE GEMOLOGIST, Gemological Institute of America, September 2005 GRADUATE PEARLS DIPLOMA, Gemological Institute of America, August 2001 CERTIFIED DIAMONTOLOGIST, Diamond Council of America, August 2001 OTHER RELEVENT COURSES TAKEN GIA Continuing Education Program, Feb 2008 GIA Cut Grade Seminar, Oct 2007 Jewelry - Silver I, Beginning Silversmith (College of DuPage) Jewelry - Silver II, Intermediate Silversmith (College of DuPage) WORK HISTORY STAFF GEMOLOGIST (March 2007 – Present) Professional Gem Sciences, Inc., Chicago, IL PGS is a full service state-of-the-art gemological laboratory offering independent reports on diamonds and colored gemstones for both the trade ...
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A Jacobs Location: Loda, IL 60948 ... al part of my professional career. Graduate Gemologist from Gemological Institute of America. Great track record in sales. Proven communication skills. Expert at building trust and consulting with clients. A well organized, detail-oriented individual who is able to handle multiple and challenging tasks. Ongoing passion for the gem industry. GEM INDUSRTY EXPERIENCE Olinger Diamond CenterStore Gemologist, working on Diamond Engagement sales in house. Designer for custom made pieces. Head of color stone buying and appraising. Chicago Diamond CenterExclusive work with Russian diamonds in Jewelerwholesale /retail setting. Dealt only with top designer lines for engagement settin ...
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M Fisher Location: Minooka, IL 60447 ... ie Scott, Lombard, IL May 2006 – present Responsible for merchandising, visual display, regular product inventory, building clintelle, extensive knowledge of styles and colorways, meeting sales goals, point of contact for Coach vendor, training sales associates in Coach selling procedures May 2006: Star Award for customer service excellence September 2006: number 1 for Goodwill sales promotion December 2006: over $100,000 in sales Fashion Jewelry Sales Associate Carson Pirie Scott, Lombard, IL June 2005 – May 2006 General jewelry experience, case lines, accessorising, basic jewelry repair Promotion to Coach Specialist, May 2006 Education AJP (Accredited Jewelr ...
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D Janes Location: Hinsdale, IL 60521 ... ployees and in customer service •Focused, detail-oriented manager who knows how to get things done efficiently P R O F E S S I O N A L H I S T O R Y General Manager, Mark Shale on Michigan Ave., in Chicago2005 – Present •Upscale clothing specialty store with 7 locations across the U.S. •Company’s highest volume store – exceeds $12 million in annual sales •Responsibilitie s include operations, marketing, sales, hiring and training •Organize and implement companywide sale promotions General Manager, Mark Shale in Northbrook1995 – 2005 •Expanded ladies’ clothing department – grew sales 20% •Organized a streamlined, three-tiered store move: •Moved original store to temporary space, then to ...
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K Miller Location: Chicago, IL 60634 ... Member relationships *Negotiate national programs for items, pricing and terms HOME DEPOT Division Sales Manager-Capital Projects/Rollout s Chicago, IL *Work with Divisional Sales Managers, Atlanta Merchants, and Store Management to 10/4 To 2/05 keep correct assortment of merchandise in store with new program rollouts *Work hand in hand with Construction Manager on projects to ensure smooth rollout *Hire and work with 3rd party vendor reps on merchandise movement and set integrity 09/02 To 10/04 Associate Import Merchant *Responsible for managing all proprietary branded product for the Midwest Division *Work with Divisional Sales Managers, Regional Vice Presidents and Global Sourcing ...
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E Madison Location: Freport, IL 61032 ... r wholesale buyer with a high end jewelry organization leading to a management opportunity. Education Gemological Institute of America (G.I.A.) Accreditations: Graduate Gemologist (G.G.), Accredited Jewelry Professional (A.J.P.) Diamond and Colored Gemstone Grading and Identification Trained Expert in Styles of Jewelry and Styles of Castings Studied in Resident- New York City (August 2007 to February 2008) Highland Community College Business and Marketing Studied in Resident- part-time (2003- 2006) Skills Exceptional Customer Service Merchandising and Display Management Training Watch Repair Appraisals New Prod ...