Reggie Barcena

Experience

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  Abercrombie & Fitch Co.

  Jan 2014 - Jan 2015

  Sales Associate

  • Maintained merchandise flow, filling, and presentation standards throughout the store and the stockroom inventory of over 7,000 items of clothing• Managed large sums of cash flow at the register of over $2,000 due to purchases• Assisted customers from culturally diverse backgrounds to address their unique needs• Informed customer on a variety of clothing options averaging 20+ customers per day with no complaints• Implemented loss prevention procedures• Performed closing/opening procedures and cleanliness of the store front • Consistently accomplished all projects and tasks assigned throughout the day such as, processing shipment, maintaining fitting rooms, replenishing and back stocking merchandise Show less

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  California State University Channel Islands

  Jan 2015 - Jan 2019

  • Supervised 12 student assistants to coordinate and compose weekly schedule through When2work• Reviewed resumes/cover letters to recruit and hire new student assistants • Conducted annual performance evaluations• Provided training to new student assistants to communicate policies, procedures and expectations • Organized and conducted monthly meetings to discuss upcoming events, updates and topics related to professional development• Responded to emails, phone calls and in person meetings to organize, plan and coordinate events for internal/external clients• Analyze and assessed event layouts prior to event while on call daily to step in as needed• Staged/setup audio and visual equipment, seating/dining layouts and preparation for catering services• Utilized Excel spread sheets to develop client’s event records/receipts• Performed closing/opening operations and maintained cleanliness of event space• Provided access for individuals with disabilities to follow ADA compliant policies Show less • Worked one on one with students to prepare application materials, resumes/cover letters, and interviews• Lead Career and Leadership Development grad-check presentations to audiences of 10+ students• Planned and facilitated various aspects of Legacy Awards ceremony and Student Leadership Retreat• Provided student support services to a diverse student population• Documented student progress utilizing career services management software program; NACE Simplicity• Maintained cleanliness of Student Leadership center and updated monthly inventory of promo items Show less • Balanced and managed budgets of $30,000• Represented CSU Channel Islands at conferences for national, regional and local organizations• Attended conferences to collaborate with regional school representatives to oversee changes made on a national level• Managed and planned events of over 2,500 students in housing• Oversaw 1,000 care packages monthly, organized alphabetically and delivered on time with no complaints or issues• Facilitated weekly Residence Hall meetings, adjourned minutes and composed an agenda to stay on track Show less

  • Lead Student Assistant for Conferences & Events

    Jan 2018 - Jan 2019

  • Summer Conference Assistant

    Jan 2018 - Jan 2018

  • Career and Leadership Student Assistant

    Jan 2017 - Jan 2018

  • New Student Orientation Leader

    Jan 2017 - Jan 2017

  • Note Taker for Disability Accommodations and Support Services (DASS)

    Jan 2016 - Jan 2017

  • National Communications Coordinator for Residence Hall Association

    Jan 2015 - Jan 2016
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  Target

  Jan 2017 - Jan 2017

  Beauty Team Member/Cashier

  • Priced merchandise, scanned inventory of supplies, stocked shelves and replenished merchandise according to fixture layouts• Assisted guests by providing knowledgeable consultations and demonstrated applications• Informed guests on upcoming promotional sales events and utilizing the target cartwheel app• Responded as a cashier backup on the front lanes when short staffed• Developed and implemented new sales strategies to increase volume of monthly sales

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  California State University Channel Islands

  Aug 2019 - Dec 2019

  Communication Capstone Student Ambassador

  • Oversaw and collaborated with a team of 4 student ambassadors to plan and execute end of semester Research Forum and Capstone Gala.• Facilitated discussion for Grad School Panel and Alumni Panel to inform students about potential careers and opportunities after graduation.• Organized database to include student capstone placement and research topics.• Managed Instagram account to feature capstone student projects and research, faculty highlights and program events.• Collaborated with fellow Ambassadors to create a semester newsletter highlighting key Faculty members, campus events, campus partners and alumni spotlights.• Planned, organized and executed Mock Interview event with CSU Channel Islands Alumni and Business Partners.• Addressed graduating class to recognized their accomplishments and to inspire and motivate them to continue their future endeavors. Show less

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  Target

  Jul 2021 - now

  • Personalized shopping techniques and selling tactics that build the guests baskets• Knowledge of retail business fundamentals: department sales trends, inventory management, guest shopping patterns, pricing and promotions strategies and basic visual merchandising• Knowledge in industry trends including: style, fit, fabric and brand differentiation• Ability to utilize store tools to understand store sales goals, top and bottom departments, inventory levels, top shortage categories, guest traffic and peak times• Inspire guests to create outfits through personal interactions, mannequin moments and compelling visual presentations• Create an inviting shopping environment by staying current on trends and brand guides along with executing visual standards and visual merchandising guides• Encourage guests to explore all apparel and accessories areas with confidence by ensuring product is organized, signed correctly and merchandised to support style trends• Ensure product is available for guests to shop by assessing salesfloor and backroom inventory and replenishing product as needed• Build business acumen to stay ahead of product sell-through, promotional sales, and clearanced items so guests always experience an organized shopping destination• Support changes to product assortment and keep the area inspiring to guests all year round by remerchandising new product and maintaining a brand space following new sets Show less

  • Style Consultant

    Nov 2020 - now

  • ULTA Beauty Team Leader

    Jul 2021 - Jun 2022