The document is a resume for Michael Scelso summarizing his qualifications and work experience. He has over 15 years of experience in merchandising and inventory management for retail stores like J. Crew, Gap Kids, and Montgomery Ward. His skills include leadership, organization, problem solving, and the ability to work independently and in teams.

1. Michael Scelso michaelscelso4@gmail.com
515 Buckthorn Lane Hillside,IL 60162 708-767-1470
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
 Exceptional leadership skills
 Abilityto work independentlyor with a team
 Familiar with Microsoft Word
 Dedicated and focused
 Abilityto multi-task with little supervision
 Excellent problem solving and organizational skills
 Use high degree of discretion dealing with
confidential issue
WORK EXPERIENCE
1998 - 2014 J. Crew Oakbrook, IL
Merchandiser/Inventory/Sales Support
1996- 1998 Gap Kids Lombard, IL
Assistant Manager/Merchandiser
1982 - 1995 Montgomery Ward Naperville,IL
Group Merchandiser
 Responsible for ensuring that products appear in the store at the appropriate time and in the correct
quantities.
 Worked closely with the buying teams to accurately forecast trends, plan stock levelsand monitor
performance.
 Maintained accurate and real time inventory, data and records.
 Completed store operational requirements by scheduling and assigning employees; followingup on work
results. Formulated pricing policiesby reviewingmerchandising activities; determining additional needed
sales promotion; authorizing clearance sales and studying trends.
 Marketed merchandise by studying advertising, sales promotion, and display plans; analyzing operating and
financial statements for profitability ratios.
 Contacted with supervisors, managers and vendors to schedule and track, coordinated and regulate
efficientfreight flow and shipments. Secures merchandise by implementingsecurity systems and
measures.
 Assisted the store manager in daily operations of the store and in the implementationof complete
merchandise information.
 Responsible for opening and closing store and submitting bank deposits.
 Guided and supervised employeesworking in retail stores of the firm on products displays, promotion, new
products, effective customer service and sales techniques.
 Handled customer questions and complaints and oversaw sales floor on a day by day basis.
 Performed data entry functions for supply orders in apparel.
 Worked with each store's individual needs;facilitating the successful functioning of the store.
 Developedstrong relationships with customers - maintained those relations and added new ones.
 Submitted timely and accurate reports; preparing new stock or remaining suppliesin the store.
 Maintained accounts of sales made, new orders, cash transactions and customer details.
 Ensured proper maintenance for optimum customer appeal.
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Arts Degree in Recreation Administration; North Central College;Naperville,IL