1. JEFFREY KELLEHER
27 Bobolink St. Phone: (508)566-6386
West Roxbury MA, 02132 Email: Jeffrey.Kelleher4@gmail.com
QUALIFICATIONS:
Recognized for outstanding enthusiasm and a passion for creating a visually appealing environment through effective merchandising and superior
product knowledge. Knowledgeable in latest fashion trends at an energizing pace to keep up with the changing of seasons. Enthusiastic to apply
passion for product, merchandising experience, and ambition to learn toward developing products and forecasting industry trends for the future.
RELATED SKILLS:
Exceptional leadership and training abilities acquired through management position
Track record of superior performance through above-quota results
Exceptional ability to handle various responsibilities and tasks simultaneously to increase productivity
Team oriented leader who motivates members to exceed expectations,
Excellent Communication skills, both verbally and written
Proficient in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
Riva trained focus group moderator
WORK EXPERIENCE:
Adidas Sports Licensed Division, Canton MA June 2015 - Present
Product Specialist
Responsible for Updating, initiating and maintaining reports and forms, as well as communicating details and project status to
relevant members of the team. Essential in ensuring timely handoff and communication of data during the product creation phase,
also responsible for creating product presentations for major accounts, sales management and directors for seasonal pre-lines, also
including internal product creation meetings.
Play major role in the production and development of seasonal apparel catalogs. Preparation for catalog launch includes photo shoot
preparation, concept reviews, proofing as well as setting prices and creating product descriptions.
Maintain the lifecycle state of my product line within the PLM system
Assist in managing the design, development and sell in process of licensed retail apparel and jerseys for the NBA, NHL.MLS, NCAA.
Cultivated strong working relationships with sales team, marketing team, and senior management.
Rockport, Canton MA June 2014 – June 2015
Account Coordinator
Responsible for processing sales orders and returns for 5 large department stores, several online retailers, as well as drop shipments.
Update daily on order report for sales team to ensure accounts have appropriate product available to meet their inventory needs. Also
work with forecasting to keep sales and account management up to date on sales totals.
Updated on new and current product lines seasonally in order to keep customers up to date on all Rockport footwear.
Work cross functionally with sale team and distribution center to ensure orders are processed timely.
Maintain and update orders for all accounts through various reporting methods. Proficient in SAP, DMS, Speedi, and CWE.
Member of Rockport Community Outreach and Social Engagement committees.
Reebok, Canton MA December 2012 – June 2014
Sales Associate
Responsible for meeting store and individual sales targets by building an emotional connection with the customers through educating
them on the features and benefits of each product. Oversee visual merchandising standards for Reebok footwear by creating an
aesthetically appealing environment to inspire a fulfilling shopping experience and create a strong passion for the brand.
Accomplishments include:
Given responsibility of all footwear product placement after 10 months based on superior product knowledge
Recognized by management for exceptional sales and innovative selling techniques
Works directly with stock team to ensure flow of new receipts to the sales floor while evaluating relevance of past product
Educates new hires on product and footwear visual standards to adhere to the company brand expectations
Cerebral Palsy of Massachusetts, Braintree MA October 2012 – September 2013
Patient Care Technician
Suffolk County Sheriff’s Department, Boston MA February 2012 – May 2012
Internship/Case Work
West Marine, Falmouth MA March 2009- September 2011
Assistant Manager
Achieved the sales goal of the business unit through assisting in planning, coordinating and managing all operations of the store. Ensured excellent
customer service, meeting and exceeding the store’s annual sales goal, inventory shrinkage and high quality of work life results. Develops, coaches
and motivates sales associates while providing ongoing sales education Encouraged team building efforts as to optimize store potential and decrease
staff turnover. Accomplishments include:
Promoted to management after less than a year with the company, for outstanding sales and customer service
EDUCATION:
Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice September 2010 – August 2013
University of Massachusetts Boston