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RACHEL NOEL
147 Mechanic Street | Upton, MA 01568 | ------------ | ------------

CAREER OBJECTIVE
College student with three years’ experience in the retail industry, aiming to use this knowledge to broaden horizons in the industry. Dedicated worker able to meet strict deadlines and work in fast paced environments and under pressure.

EDUCATION
Framingham State University, Framingham, MA
Candidate for Bachelor of Science Degree in Fashion Design & Retailing May, 2019
Concentration: Fashion Merchandising Minor: Marketing

RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
The Paper Store, Framingham, MA
Sales Associate Oct. 2018 – Present
• Provide customer service to ensure a positive shopping experience
• Work the register; handle cash and credit transactions while promoting store rewards program
• Work with planograms to put together different product displays throughout the store

Nordstrom Rack, Framingham, MA
Sales Associate Mar. 2017 – June 2018
• Provide superior and pleasant customer service to shoppers while managing
dressing rooms
• Assess patron’s needs, make suggestions regarding merchandise selection after
carefully listening to shoppers’ unique needs and requests
• Assist store staff with general store clean-up and other duties as needed

American Eagle Outfitters, Natick, MA
Merchandise Leader Feb. 2017 – Oct. 2017
Sales Associate Sept. 2015 – Feb. 2017
• Promoted with increased responsibility and management duties based on
excellent reviews and consistent service
• Manage overnight shifts; Oversee staff of 5; Delegate tasks to ensure most
efficient end results; prepare store for next day of business
• Develop and implement creative product displays; configure and style
mannequins to promote store appearance and increase sales
• Attentively monitor inventory on floor and in back room; Advance new
merchandise to store displays when needed
• Work register; handle cash and credit transactions and process returns
• Promote enrollment in store reward program using clear and persuasive communication

EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
Framingham State University Dance Team, Member Sept. 2015 – Dec. 2015

SKILLS
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel and Microsoft PowerPoint
• Created a buying and business plan for a socially responsible athleisure
specialty boutique
• Knowledgeable in all different kinds of textiles, fabrics and fibers
• Created and improved on business plans for already existing brands

RELEVANT COURSES
Retail Buying and Analysis: knowledgeable in techniques used by retail buyers. Included pricing, mark downs and ups, open to buy etc.
Product Development: knowledgeable in tech packs used by product development teams