1. Raul Morales
raul_morales2010@yahoo.com ● 425 Hyde St., Apt. 32, San Francisco, CA 94109 ● 510.637.9761
EXPERIENCE
Designer Sales Associate SAKS FIFTH AVENUE, San Francisco, CA 9/2012 - Present
 Increased Denim sales volume by 20% as a result was promoted to oversee and manage the Rag & Bone department.
 Improved overall department sales volume by recruiting new clients and building stronger relationships with existing clients using
company cus tomer database, social media and personal initiative.
 Maintain a well-stocked selling floor according to company’s merchandising a nd vi sual standards.
 Es tablished new accounts by providing fashion/styling advice to new clients and repeat cl ients.
Merchandiser/Operations Coordinator SAKS FIFTH AVENUE, San Francisco, CA 1/2008 - 9/2012
 Re s ponsible for the merchandising of the Me n’s Store a ccounting for 30% of total San Francisco Flagship's volume.
 Planned and executed sale, pre-sale and markdown s etup on a weekly/monthly basis.
 Reviewed and analyzed inventory data for electronic markups, markdowns and balancing.
 Recommended and executed setup for sales, promotional events, clearance, floor moves/renovations and special events.
 Created and executed an efficient control and procurement process for repairs.
 Executed RTVs, transfers, salvage: electronically and physically.
Assistant Manager SAKS FIFTH AVENUE, San Francisco, CA 7/2007 - 1/2008
 Supe rvised Me n’s Store i n conjunction with Department Manager: s elling, customer s ervice, merchandising & floor management.
 Partnering with the Buying Office in New York to manage return to vendor merchandise, damages and price changes.
 Trained new associates & helped them develop career paths for future growth.
 Executed and maintained vi sual merchandising and selling floor s tandards.
 Aided in communicating promotional event information to maximize results.
 Helped strategize and manage sale setup.
 Lead & executed semi-annual physical inventory with associate team.
 Identified merchandise issues and opportunities based on selling and customer feedback.
Associate Buyer SOLECTRON CORP, Guadalajara, Mexico 3/2005 - 3/2007
 Analyzed trends and managed purchase orders based on seasonal plans.
 Solved material shortages, vendor relations and managed production cycle/flow.
 Coordinated account receivables and payables and handle outstanding invoices and discrepancies.
 Created and maintained purchased parts profile in companywide master database.
 Procured part numbers with global suppliers, brokers and manufacturers.
 Managed the business relationships with s trategic suppliers: updated lead times, capacities, technology and pricing.
 Negotiated prices and quantities with suppliers resolved supplier i ssues and handled corrective actions and order changes as needed.
 Monitored EDI orders and kept up-to-date log to help streamline communication between cross functional teams.
Product Sourcing Specialist SOLECTRON CORP, Guadalajara, Mexico 10/2005 - 3/2006
 Sourced and purchased electronic components.
 Ensured shipment terms and sourcing information were up-to-date.
 Maintained accurate records of purchases and pricing of components.
 Developed relationships w/ suppliers, by assisting in resolving supplier payment, performance, insurance and customer satisfaction
i s sues.
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATONS
 Experience in retail merchandising: ready-to-wear, accessories, small leather goods and fine jewelry.
 Knowledge of the luxury retail environment. Creatively executing and maintaining visual standards.
 Experience in Marketing, Distribution & Logistics and Inventory Management.
 Cus tomer oriented with experience in Telemarketing, Public Relations, Sales and Market Research.
 Worked for a multinational manufacturing company as a buyer in the Global Purchasing Team.
 Strong presentation skills as well as excellent communication skills
 Experience as a personal s tylist: Macys Passport 2009 and the Westfield Santa Clara Fashion show 2009.
 Quick learner, directive mind, collaborative, dedicated, detail oriented, professional and able to multitask & meet deadlines.
SKILLS
Computer: MS Office Suite, Strong Excel Skills, PCSS (Market Research Statistics), Adobe Photoshop, Supply Chain Management Systems:
BAAN, ORACLE, SAAP
Language: Engl ish, Spanish (native speaker) and Intermediate French.
EDUCATION 2010 - 2013 Academy of Art University, Master of Fine Arts in Fashion Merchandising and Marketing, San Francisco, CA
2008 - 2009 City College of San Francisco, San Francisco, CA
Coursework included: Retail Buying, Fashion Merchandising/Styling and Visual Merchandising.
2004 - 2005 Universidad De Guadalajara, Seminar in Marketing Strategies and Sales Techniques
2000 - 2005 Universidad De Guadalajara, Bachelor of Science in Marketing, Guadalajara, Mexico