Amy Clanton
Wholesale Sales Representative/Textile Designer
Denver
Summary
Organized and dependable salesperson, with 20+ years of experience in wholesale and retail sales. Excellent time management skills, customer relations pro, quick learner and hard worker.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Textile Designer
Self
01.2021 - Current
- Conducted trend research and analysis, allowing for timely creation of fresh and appealing textile designs.
- Developed custom fabric designs for clients, leading to repeat business and positive customer feedback.
- Remained savvy in new and upcoming trends to design new patterns based on popularity and demand.
- Worked independently and in team environment to design new products.
- Increased efficiency in design processes by implementing new software and technology tools.
Wholesales Sales Representative- Multi Line
Ronna G Berger Ltd.
06.2008 - 10.2020
- Expanded customer base through cold calling, networking, and relationship building.
- Enhanced client satisfaction by addressing concerns promptly and providing exceptional service.
- Increased sales revenue by identifying and targeting high-potential accounts.
- Conducted product demonstrations to educate customers on features, benefits, and competitive advantages.
- Increased repeat business by fostering trust-based relationships with key accounts through regular communication.
- Stayed up-to-date with industry trends to position company as market leader.
- Cultivated deep understanding of product features to answer questions and overcome objections.
- Identified and tapped into new markets, significantly expanding customer base.
- Utilized social media platforms to engage with potential customers and build brand awareness.
- Participated in trade shows and conferences to network and generate leads.
- Built relationships with customers and community to promote long term business growth.
- Served customers with knowledgeable, friendly support at every stage of shopping and purchasing.
- Informed customers of promotions to increase sales productivity and volume.
- Performed effectively in self-directed work environment, managing day-to-day operations and decisions.
- Met existing customers to review current services and expand sales opportunities.
- Developed and maintained strong working relationships with professionals within assigned territory.
- Fostered lasting relationships with customers through effective communication and quick response, resulting in long-term loyalty and expanded client base.
- Contributed to event marketing, sales and brand promotion.
- Maintained current knowledge of evolving changes in marketplace.
- Fielded customer complaints and facilitated negotiations, resolving issues and reaching mutual conclusions.
- Presented professional image consistent with company's brand values.
- Built diverse and consistent sales portfolio.
- Stayed current on company offerings and industry trends.
- Identified new business opportunities through cold calling, networking, marketing and prospective database leads.
Store Manager/Clothing & Accessory Buyer
Laughing Monkey
01.2000 - 05.2008
- Managed daily operations to ensure smooth functioning of the store, maintaining a clean, safe environment for customers and employees.
- Managed inventory control, cash control, and store opening and closing procedures.
- Maximized sales by creating innovative visual merchandising displays and store layouts.
- Addressed customer complaints promptly and professionally, resolving issues to maintain positive relationships with clientele.
- Maintained proper product levels and inventory controls for merchandise and organized backroom to facilitate effective ordering and stock rotation.
- Reconciled daily sales transactions to balance and log day-to-day revenue.
- Supervised guests at front counter, answering questions regarding products.
- Rotated merchandise and displays to feature new products and promotions.
- Negotiated with vendors to introduce new products that matched consumer trends, keeping store's offerings fresh and appealing.
- Managed inventory levels to minimize waste and ensure product availability, supporting customer satisfaction and sales efficiency.
- Improved store layout for better customer flow and product visibility, leading to increase in average purchase size.
- Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
- Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
- Improved customer satisfaction by sourcing high-quality products that met or exceeded expectations.
- Developed strong relationships with vendors, facilitating smoother communication and collaboration.
- Attended industry trade shows to stay current on fashion trends and build relationships with potential suppliers.
- Maintained key item stock levels and wrote or expedited purchase orders.
- Placed orders for merchandise consistent with quality, quantity and other specification requirements.
- Sourced new vendors in effort to boost range of products offered in store locations while reducing costs through strategic contract negotiations.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Advertising/Marketing
Texas Tech University
Lubbock, TX 05.2001 -
Skills
Digital textile design
Surface pattern design
Creative thinking
Self motivation
Client communication
Reliability
Punctual and dependable
Relationship building
Attention to detail
Customer service
Professional demeanor
Time management
Timeline
Textile Designer
Self
01.2021 - Current
Wholesales Sales Representative- Multi Line
Ronna G Berger Ltd.
06.2008 - 10.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Advertising/Marketing
Texas Tech University
05.2001 -
Store Manager/Clothing & Accessory Buyer
Laughing Monkey
01.2000 - 05.2008
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