Molly McNamara5400 Memorial DriveHouston, TX 77007

281-210-7206iammollymcnamara@icloud.com

SUMMARY

A Creative, Passionate, and Detail Oriented sales professional with a broad-based transferable skill set; including demonstrated written, verbal and communication skills in Merchandise Marketing.

Established networking and researching aptitude. Confident merchandise presentation ability. Accomplished in personal styling and trend forecasting. Sourcing: knowledge of colors, fabrics, trims, and raw materials. Technical flat sketching. Conversant in analyzing, researching, and forecasting buying and allocating trends/patterns. Computer proficient/literate in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Social Media. Basic knowledge: JDA Allocation Application, Photoshop, and Illustrator.

EDUCATION

FIDM / Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising San Francisco, CA/Los Angeles, CA January 2010– June 2012 Associates of Arts Degree in Merchandise Marketing Graduated top 10 in class. Member of The Premier Marketing

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EXPERIENCE

Nordstrom Houston, TX Oct 2015 – Men’s Casual Fashion Consultant – Commission Based Built excellent customer relations. Described merchandise and explained fit, function, and operation of merchandise to customers. Explained information about the quality, value, and style of products to influence customer-buying decisions. Guiding customers in choosing items that reflect personal style and shape. Replenished floor stock and processed shipments to ensure product availability for customers. Placed special orders and called other stores to find desired items. Posted numbers well above and beyond expectations in first couple months. Maintained knowledge of current promotions, policies regarding payment and exchanges, and security practices. Operated a cash register to process cash, check, and credit card transactions. Administered all point of sale opening and closing procedures. Assisted manager in all duties necessary to run a quality business. Defined strategy and business plan for department sales. Directed strategic initiatives to achieve daily, monthly, quarterly, and yearly sales. Increased profits by developing, initiating, and managing department needs. Assisted in floor moves, merchandising, and visual aesthetics of department.

Mana Island Resort Mana Island, Fiji Oct 2014 – Nov 2014 Beginner Yoga Instructor Taught beginning yoga classes

Central Casting Burbank, CA Aug 2013 – Oct 2014 Background actress Background acting for various TV shows and sitcoms

SV INC. Los Angeles, CA Oct 2013 – Jan 2014 Executive Assistant to CEO - Worked with some of the top celebrity stylists in Hollywood creating a mobile tool, which aggregates, stores, and monetized their creative premium data.

Anticipated needs while managing day-today workflow and prioritizing various projects. Demonstrated flexibility in the face of change. Projected a positive demeanor regardless of changes in working conditions. Balanced conflicting priorities in order to manage workflow, ensure the completion of essential projects, and meet

critical deadlines. Utilized analytical skills and a broad understanding of the business to effectively interpret needs. Willingly provided back-up support for co-workers when appropriate, actively supported group goals. Some travel arrangements.

C Print INC. Los Angeles, CA Feb 2013 – Aug 2013 Showroom Assistant /Assistant to the Owner Conducted daily meetings with new and existing customers and ascertain each customer’s needs. Developed Look Books of new prints in Photoshop. Recommend, select fabrics, and help design prints based on customer requirements. Answered questions regarding sublimation, custom digital printing, and tagless label printing. Described merchandise and explained use, operation, and care of merchandise to clientele. Issued print orders for clients. Requisition / Inventory new stock. Organized, arranged, and managed showroom. Re-designed existing print to match client’s interest, sold 3,500 yards.

J.C. Penney Sacramento/Santa Ana, CA Aug 2012 – Feb 2013 Sales Assistant / Fashion Advisor Greeted customers who entered the shop.

Assisted shoppers to find the goods and products they were looking for. Responsible for processing cash and card payments and dealing with customer refunds. Stocked shelves with merchandise. Answered questions from customers addressed customer complaints Reported discrepancies and problems to the supervisor. Gave advice and guidance on product selection to customers. Kept store tidy and clean. Worked within established guidelines, particularly with brands and keeping up to date with promotions. Offered style advice to customers for special occasions and personal everyday wear.

HSM & Genevieve PR Los Angeles, CA Aug. 2011 – Nov.2011 Intern Organized merchandise showroom and inventory. Browsed magazines/ editorials/blogs for press exposure on daily basis. Managed sample trafficking. Scheduled stylist appointments for clients. Assisted team with special events.

L’Agence Fashion Los Angeles, CA Trim Expert/ Buyer May 2010 – Dec. 2010 Issued and updated purchase orders for domestic/international vendors. Negotiated prices and dates to meet in-house deadlines. Conducted trim meetings. Organized binders for production fabric library. Prepared cut tickets and duplicate sample yardage. Assisted designer with production fittings.

Muse Boutique Laguna Beach, CA Aug 2009 – May 2010 Sales Assistant / Key Holder Greeting and assisted customers Involved with stock control and management. Responsible for processing cash and card payments and dealing with customer refunds. Resolved and/or reported discrepancies and problems to the supervisor. Gave advice and guidance on product selection to customers. Responsible for opening/closing, stocking inventory and keeping up to date with promotions. Responsible for opening and closing the store. Assisted in dressing store mannequins.

Abercrombie & Fitch The Woodlands, TX Jan 2005 – Aug 2008 Sales Model