Resumes

Joann Lee Dunmire
2702 Bright Trail
Houston, Texas 77479
joannleedunmire@yahoo.com
Cell (281) 300-7012

 

ASID Texas Gulf Coast Chapter
Attn: Linda Marble, Director
7026 Old Katy Rd., Suite 285
Houston, Texas 77024

Re:  Interior Design Sales Manager Positions

Dear Linda,

I am interested in Interior Design and Sales Manager Positions.  Please find my resume with my experience and diversified background.    

I have strong sales, organizational and design project management skills combined with well developed problem solving skills to address any unexpected issues.  My management capabilities, visual/design skills and attention to detail enable me to successfully execute plans and meet deadlines.

While working at Macy’s, I demonstrated my sales, marketing, project management and financial skills by managing a $10 Million advertising budget and coordinated sales events, product placement in stores and the details of direct mail, catalogs and newspaper ads to meet deadlines and surpass sales goals.
As a Macy’s Visual Merchandising Coordinator, I utilized my project management, design and team management skills to plan, design and coordinate the installation of store merchandise floor plans to maximize sales and provide a consistent standard.

At Chantal Cookware, I managed product branding, marketing collateral, advertising, trade shows, new product launches, the website and placements in trade and consumer magazines and on social media sites.   In addition, I have some interior design experience.  I was a Senior Designer focused on planning, selling and executing designs for residential interiors at The Design Firm.   

I believe my well developed networking and relationship building skills combined with my creative background can help any ASID design organization continue to grow.   I would like an opportunity to meet and discuss how we can build a mutually beneficial relationship. 

Sincerely,

Joann Lee Dunmire

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JOANN LEE DUNMIRE

 

2702 Bright rail joannleedunmire@yahoo.com  Cell (281) 300-7012    
Sugar Land, Texas 77479    
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SUMMARY

Energetic Design and Sales Executive with diversified experience in advertising, marketing and customer service.   Expertise in design project management, client account service, communication, visual merchandising, and team building.  Organized, disciplined and goal oriented with the ability to negotiate, build client relationships and deliver results.

 

§  Problem Resolution §  Quality Execution §  Project Planning
§  Detailed Presentation §  Creative Idea Development §  Group Leadership

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Chantal Cookware Corporation Houston, Texas 2007-2009

Marketing Manager

Oversee Chantal branding, advertising, website, and point-of-sale materials. Manage Graphic artist and assistant.  Developed and controlled budget, and negotiated pricing for printing.
  • Produced Chantal major promotion directives and seasonal sell sheets for sales force distribution and productivity.
  • Scheduled production with factories, planning and set-up of trade show and managed staff of 25 for the Chantal November $270,000 ten-day outlet sale.
  • >Coordinated the launch of two new product lines, eco-friendly Pure® in 2008 and Make and Take® plus 15 new sku's in 2009.
  • Directed public relations firm for Chantal national placements in trade and consumer  magazines: Bon Appétit, Better Homes and Gardens, etc. and blogs in 2009.
  • Developed website promotional plans and directed addition of 10 videos online, and social  media: Facebook and Twitter functions in 2009.
  • Created partnership, product training and visibility for Chantal Copper Fusion® with cookware sponsorship for chef Molly Fowler, the Dining Diva. 
The Design Firm Stafford, Texas 2006-2007

Senior Designer  

Plan and execute design concepts with furniture, color, fabrics and accessories for residential interiors.  Create sales presentation for clients and direct project from development to installation.
  • Built trust and developed business by offering additional room concepts to clients. 
  • Implemented entire home design projects in 25% of clients.
  • Recognized leader in Client Service.  Served as coach and role model for the firm’s staff.
  • Led installation team, contractors and collaborated with the accessories manager to achieve   eye catching drama and captivating design concepts.
Macy’s (Foley's) Department Store (56 stores) Houston, Texas 1986-2006

Advertising Account Executive   1999-2006

Managed Men’s and Fine Jewelry advertising accounts with a budget of $10 Million.  Oversaw advertising copy and design ensuring creative concepts were accomplished. Built and maintained vendor relationships, negotiated agreements, retained funding and met printing timelines.
  • Partnered with Men’s Senior Merchandise Manager to review and develop 36 direct mail and 250 newspaper ads annually.  Collected $7.2 Million in cooperative funding, identified key items and capitalized on all advertising opportunites.
  • Re-energized Jockey and Gold Toe Sales resulting in 56%, $6.1 Million increase by adding two events.  Focused 25% of advertising content on national and seasonal events and optimized prices versus the competition.
  • Accelerated advertising turnaround 70% by creating a project schedule and ensuring deadlines were met by following up with the 40+ buyers. 

Central Customer Service Manager     1996-1999

Collaborated with store managers and staff to improve customer service levels.  Trained and motivated area sales managers to improve customer service and productivity.
  • Increased customer service 10% by identifying areas of improvement in stores such as signing, staffing, training, and facility issues.
  • Improved employee morale and retention 3% by organizing semi-annual customer service and annual sales recognition banquets for up to 950 sales associates.  Generated a positive team culture for new employees by executing store rallies for grand opening events. 
  • Produced and directed a frontline manager training video “Coaching for Success” improving sales floor disciplines and inspiring corrective discussions with sales staff.   

Visual Merchandising Coordinator    1989-1996

Maximized sales by communicating visual merchandising standards in 51 Foley’s stores.  Directed current trends and practices by drafting floor plans, coaching store teams and implementing merchandise statements in 8 new and 20 remodeled stores in 6 years. 
  • Planned, coordinated and installed 1992-1994 Christmas Shops in 49 stores.  Led a team of 11 contract trimmers producing $5 Million in sales during September – December.
  • Developed and produced a Trim-A-Home instructional video for the Christmas Shops.  Recipient of the fall 1992 Visual Award for Trim-A-Home department’s elaborate and consistent presentation.

Assistant Buyer Level II  1986-1989

  • Ladies Liz Claiborne, Moderate Sportswear, $16.5 million sales, Cookware & Housewares,  $5.4 million sales

Executive Trainee – Area Sales Manager of Ladies Moderate Sportswear, Misses Swimwear

EDUCATION
BA Merchandising, Minor in Marketing, University of Houston, University Park 1982

COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT
Blue Bird Circle Clinic and Thrift Shop – 2004-Present
Alpha Chi Omega Sorority Alumnae  – 1992 – Present
Luncheon Chair, Membership Chair, Leadership Training, Past President and VP Programs
The Women’s Home Partnership – 2000-Present