Sara Melton

Sara melton

bookmark on deepenrich
location of Sara MeltonDallas-Fort Worth Metroplex
Followers of Sara Melton812 followers
  • Timeline

  • About me

    Fashion Merchandising Student at The University of North Texas | NRF x CVS Health Retail Leaders Scholar

  • Education

    • University of north texas

      2022 - 2025
      Bachelor of science - bs fashion merchandising, minor in consumer experience management

      Activities and Societies: Merchandise Inc, North Texas Sweethearts Organization: ‘24-‘25 Merchandise Chair, National Retail Federation Student Association

    • Tarrant county college

      2021 - 2023
      Business administration- fashion merchandising

      Specialized Courses:• Apparel & Accessories Marketing Operations • Fashion Retailing• Principles of Management

    • Tyler junior college

      2020 - 2020
      Kinesiology and exercise science

      Activities and Societies: Freshman representative of the Internationally Famous Apache Belles, Elite dance member

    • Trinity high school

      2017 - 2020
      High school diploma

      Activities and Societies: Drill team, choir, yearbook, student council, and TRIO

  • Experience

    • City of euless

      Apr 2017 - Aug 2019
      Lifeguard

      Seasonal deep water lifeguard and assistant swim instructor

    • 151 coffee

      May 2021 - Sept 2023
      Shift lead

      Worked in store operations within multiple locations of the the company. Responsible for overseeing daily operations during assigned shifts, ensuring a high level of customer service, and supporting team members to deliver an exceptional experience. This role includes managing the flow of orders, assisting with inventory and handling operational tasks to maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming environment. Act as a role model and mentor, upholding the coffee shop’s standards and values.

    • Atlanta first agency

      Mar 2024 - now

      Assisted buyers with product and line selection while building rapport to learn the companies demographic in order to meet sales goals. In charge of driving sales growth by building and managing relationships with retail partners, buyers, and distributors within the women’s apparel market. This role is responsible for executing sales strategies, identifying new business opportunities, and delivering exceptional service to our wholesale clients. This position requires excellent communication skills, and an understanding of market trends and consumer preferences in women’s apparel. Show less Worked and managed over 20+ members per each Dallas Women’s apparel and gift market weeks. Conducted hiring events and have experience in new hire training, interviewing and onboarding. Role for this position includes leading recruitment efforts for our women’s wholesale staffing agency, specializing in connecting talent with top retail and wholesale brands in the women’s fashion industry. This role is responsible for sourcing, interviewing students and professionals across sales, merchandising, marketing, and other key roles within wholesale operations. Show less

      • Wholsale Apparel Sales Specialist

        Sept 2023 - now
      • Recruitment Manager

        Mar 2024 - Sept 2024
    • Landon winery

      Oct 2024 - now
      Tasting room assistant
    • Tecovas

      Mar 2025 - now
      Sales associate

      Deliver exceptional customer service by providing expert product knowledge and personalized styling assistance. Work collaboratively with team members to achieve sales goals and uphold the brand’s commitment to quality craftsmanship and Western heritage.

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Texas alcoholic beverage commission

      Tabc on the fly
  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Sara Melton
      CVS Health Retail Leader x NRF Foundation Scholar National Retail Federation Nov 2024 NRF Foundation x CVS Health Retail Leaders Scholarship recipient earning a $10,000 tuition scholarship and a trip to New York City to attend the 2025 NRF Foundation Student Program.