Harold Jason

100 Cedar Blvd. · Minneapolis , MN 55408

612-555-9999 · hj@natural-leather.com

 

 

OBJECTIVE

Position where management , merchandising and customer service experience will add value.

 

HIGHLIGHTS

· Strong background in management . Experienced supervising and training up to 12 employees to turn product features into customer-oriented benefits.

· Skilled at merchandising products to meet changing market demands.

· Contribute to profitability with attention to detail. Saved more than $100,000 by pinpointing purchase order errors at Natural Leather.

· Helped produce $2.3 million in department sales in 1997, despite increased competition.

 

EXPERIENCE

Senior Merchandise Production Specialist - Accessories : Natural Leather, Coon Rapids , MN (1998-present). Ensure smooth flow of merchandise into distribution center.

· Support 755 stores and kiosks by distributing inventory and merchandising data to buyers, vendors and allocation staff. Coordinate efforts of domestic and international partners.

· Update and transmit purchase orders after matching costs with projected budgets.

· Effectively managed five projects, including assignment to change glove linings (worked with 3M sales rep, MIS staff and domestic/international vendors to produce results).

· Lowered costs by working closely with MIS staff to help expand system capabilities.

· Awarded for superior performance. Promoted from Merchandise Production Specialist.

 

Department Manager : Home Depot, Bloomington , MN (1996-1998).

Supervised 12 employees while providing direction to all department personnel.

· Reduced inventory costs through efficient stock management. Worked with vendors to ensure proper inventory levels and receive discounts, as needed.

· Under my direction, two staff were promoted in six months ¾ four times normal rate.

· Frequently cited by supervisors for skills in merchandising and customer service.

 

As Assistant Department Manager (1995-1996), helped train and supervise 10 employees.

•  Reduced turnover and lowered training costs by increasing product knowledge among staff.

•  Met strict payroll guidelines, consistently coming within 50 cents of daily goals.

 

As Manager Trainee (1995), took on new tasks while increasing supervisory role.

•  Promoted after only three months ¾ less than half normal time.

•  Trained in administration, cash handling, customer service, finance and taxes.

 

EDUCATION

BA : Marketing and Management (dual majors), Malas College , Dubuque , IA (1995).

 

OTHER FACTS

•  Computer skills include Microsoft Outlook 98, Excel and Word.

•  Enjoy building projects and outdoor sports, including golf.

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