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GIOVANNA ALESSANDRA  DE YCAZA FAMIGLIETTI

GIOVANNA ALESSANDRA DE YCAZA FAMIGLIETTI

Panama,Panama

Summary

Results-driven retail management professional determined to exceed company sales goals. Successful at leveraging financial and marketing education to make smart purchasing and merchandising decisions. Forward-thinking in addressing and resolving concerns, optimizing policies and engaging with customers to promote loyalty and drive sales. Seasoned professional possessing extensive retail and management experience. Efficient and industrious individual dedicated to driving optimal customer satisfaction. Recognized for reversing downward spirals by overhauling systems, processes and training programs.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
15
15
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Languages

Work History

Store Director

Tiffany & Company
Panamá , Panama
01.2023 - Current
  • Devised processes to boost long-term business success and increase profit levels.
  • Introduced new methods, practices, and systems to reduce turnaround time.
  • Implemented process improvement to shape organizational culture, optimize procedures for higher efficiency and help company evolve and grow.
  • Utilized information technology to record sales figures, for data analysis and forward planning.
  • Assessed newly unpacked merchandise and instructed stock clerks to add to display cases and displays.
  • Managed team of Number cashiers and floor staff.
  • Kept inventories accurate with daily cycle counts and regular audits to identify and resolve variances.
  • Protected store from loss or theft by setting and enforcing clear security policies.
  • Set effective store schedules based on forecasted customer levels, individual employee knowledge, and service requirements.

Store Manager

Gucci Panama
Panama, Panama
01.2015 - 10.2022
  • Scheduled and led weekly store meetings for all employees to discuss sales promotions and new inventory while providing platform for all to voice concerns.
  • Evaluated suppliers to assess quality, timeliness and compliance of deliveries, maintain tight cost controls and maximize business operational efficiency.
  • Delivered positive results by controlling monthly operations budget and limiting financial discrepancies.
  • Created work schedules according to sales volume and number of employees.
  • Applied performance data to evaluate and improve operations, target current business conditions and forecast needs.
  • Rotated merchandise and displays to feature new products and promotions.
  • Set, enforced and optimized internal policies to maintain efficiency and responsiveness to demands.
  • Engaged and interacted with customers to create positive shopping experiences and drive revenue growth.
  • Established succession planning by training and mentoring associates into leadership positions.
  • Generated repeat business by delivering exceptional customer service and positive engagement.
  • Coached sales associates on product knowledge by using training tools.
  • Completed all point of sale opening and closing procedures, including counting contents of cash register.
  • Promoted team collaboration, performance and efficiency by fostering healthy environments focused on mutual success.
  • Trained new hires for diverse jobs and kept employees up-to-date through frequent meetings.
  • Set effective store schedules based on forecasted customer levels, individual employee knowledge and service requirements.
  • Reviewed performance data to monitor and measure productivity, goal progress and activity levels.
  • Responded to customer concerns with friendly and knowledgeable service and remedied issues promptly and effectively.
  • Cooperated with staff and clients to achieve customer service goals and surpass team objectives.
  • Oversaw employee scheduling to guide operations and secure adequate staffing coverage for busy periods.

Store Manager

Gucci Chile
Santiago
03.2018 - 04.2020

Supporting the Store

Training new SM

Sales Associate

Gucci Italia
Milan
03.2007 - 01.2015
  • Tracked stock using company inventory management software.
  • Implemented up-selling strategies such as recommending accessories and complementary purchases to boost revenue.
  • Applied security and loss prevention training toward recognizing risks and reducing store theft.
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers and promote specific merchandise.
  • Analyzed and properly processed product returns, assisting customers with finding alternative merchandise to meet needs.
  • Maintained organized, presentable merchandise to drive continuous sales.
  • Processed product returns and assisted customers with other selections.
  • Engaged with customers to effectively build rapport and lasting relationships.
  • Liaised with customers and recommended specific products and specials, aligning with individual needs, requirements and specifications.
  • Answered customer questions regarding sizing and accessories and explained how to properly care for merchandise.
  • Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.

Sales Associate

Gucci Spain
Bilbao
02.2013 - 03.2013

Sales Associate

Gucci Spain
Bilbao
02.2012 - 03.2012
  • Generated sales leads and cold called potential customers.
  • Trained new sales personnel on company policies, customer acquisition strategies and successful sales techniques.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of store sales, payment policies and security standards.
  • Replenished sales floor merchandise and organized shelves, racks and bins for optimal appearance.
  • Issued receipts and processed refunds, credits, or exchanges.
  • Provided accurate information about promotions, customer programs and products, helping drive high customer retention.
  • Answered questions about store policies and concerns to support positive customer experiences.
  • Organized store merchandise racks and displays to promote and maintain visually appealing environments.
  • Listened to customer needs and desires to identify and recommend optimal products.
  • Conducted product demonstrations to highlight features and redirect objections to positive aspects.
  • Assisted customers by answering questions and fulfilling requests.

Sales Associate

Zara Italia Srl
Milan
07.2006 - 01.2007
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers and promote specific merchandise.
  • Maintained organized, presentable merchandise to drive continuous sales.
  • Liaised with customers and recommended specific products and specials, aligning with individual needs, requirements and specifications.
  • Answered customer questions regarding sizing and accessories and explained how to properly care for merchandise.

Rental Car Manager

Avis Rent A Car
Panama, Panama
01.2003 - 04.2006
  • Improved staffing during busy periods by creating employee schedules and monitoring call-outs..
  • Opened and closed location and monitored shift changes to uphold successful operations strategies and maximize business success.
  • Excelled in every store position and regularly backed up front-line staff to keep expertise fresh and relevant.

Education

Junior High School -

Colegio San Agustin
Panama
03.1989 - 11.1994

High School Diploma -

Colegio San Agustin
Panama
03.1995 - 08.2000

Master of Laws - Law

Universidad Nacional De Panama
Panama
02.2001 - 05.2003

Italian -

Universita' Per Stranieri Perugia
Perugia, Italia
07.2003 - 10.2003

Linguistic Mediation For International Institution -

Universita' Degli Studi Di Perugia
Perugia, Italia
10.2003 - 06.2005

Skills

I Word, Excel, Power Point

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Accomplishments

  • SEMINARI Corso di Italiano - Societa Italiana di Panama 2002 Seminario: Una visione chiara del esercizio del diritto nelle sue diverse rame (Una Visión Clara del Ejercicio del Derecho en sus Diversa Ramas.)- Auditorio Ricardo J.
  • Alfaro.- Facolta di Giurisprudenza e Scienze Politiche .Universita di Panamá.
  • (40 ore) 2001 Seminario: Protezione giuridica internazionale della persona umana (Protección Jurídica Internacional de la Persona Humana)- Institutos de Estudios Políticos e Internacionales.
  • Auditorio Justo Arosemena.
  • Facolta di Giurisprudenza e Scienze Politiche.-Universita di Panama.
  • (20 ore) 2001 Seminario: Quello che bisogna un Avvocato per essere un Professionale di successo (Lo que necesita un Abogado para ser un Profesional de Éxito).- Auditorio Ricardo J.
  • Alfaro.- Universita di Panamá.
  • Facolta di Giurisprudenza e Scienze Politiche.
  • LINGUE STRANIERE Italiano: Parlato: buono; scritto: buono.
  • Inglese: Molto buono sia parlato che scritto.
  • Spagnolo: Perfetto sia parlato che scritto.

Timeline

Store Director

Tiffany & Company
01.2023 - Current

Store Manager

Gucci Chile
03.2018 - 04.2020

Store Manager

Gucci Panama
01.2015 - 10.2022

Sales Associate

Gucci Spain
02.2013 - 03.2013

Sales Associate

Gucci Spain
02.2012 - 03.2012

Sales Associate

Gucci Italia
03.2007 - 01.2015

Sales Associate

Zara Italia Srl
07.2006 - 01.2007

Linguistic Mediation For International Institution -

Universita' Degli Studi Di Perugia
10.2003 - 06.2005

Italian -

Universita' Per Stranieri Perugia
07.2003 - 10.2003

Rental Car Manager

Avis Rent A Car
01.2003 - 04.2006

Master of Laws - Law

Universidad Nacional De Panama
02.2001 - 05.2003

High School Diploma -

Colegio San Agustin
03.1995 - 08.2000

Junior High School -

Colegio San Agustin
03.1989 - 11.1994
GIOVANNA ALESSANDRA DE YCAZA FAMIGLIETTI