SA MAN THA GRA LA 765 Crest Drive | Cary, IL 60013 | (847)804-2442 | samgrala@gmail.com
OBJECTIVE To obtain a full time position in management within the fashion industry with a strong company that will benefit from my organization and communication skills.
HIGHLIGHTS OF QUALIFICATIONS ▪Computer Experience ◦Microsoft Office and Social Media: Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn ▪Personal Skills ◦Excellent verbal and written communication skills ◦Self motivator and hard worker ◦Works well and builds relationships with client’s ◦Attentive to detail and organization standards ◦Able to prioritize tasks successfully
EDUCATION Columbia College Chicago
Chicago, IL Bachelor of Arts in Fashion Business 3.8/4.0 GPA Minor in Public Relations May 2013 ▪Coursework Includes: ◦ Retail Management, Marketing, Visual Merchandising, Finance and Accounting, and Consumer Behaviors ▪Graduating with honors ▪Dean’s List 2009-2013 ▪Received the “Scholarship Columbia” Award (2012-2013) “David Rubin” Scholarship (2011-2012)
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE Victoria’s Secret
June 2010-Present
Lake in the Hills, IL
Sales Associate ▪ Provide outstanding customer service by creating a friendly atmosphere for customers ▪ Build lasting relationships with customers by providing merchandise assistance in styling wardrobes while influencing sales ▪ Maintain a strong knowledge for products by participating in team meetings and special ized trainings ▪ Participate in floor sets, design displays, and re-merchandise the sales floor with team members
Kohl’s
May 2012-August 2012
Arlington Heights, IL
Executive Manager Intern ▪ Oversaw and led 114 part-time sales associates ▪ Managed daily cash office tasks, balanced store safe, and trusted to handle bank deposits ▪ Interacted and worked closely with store manager and distr ict manager ▪ Expanded learning on store success through business acumen training ▪ Completed a variety of computer based programs to further develop effective and successful marketing and management skills