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OLHA LYSENKO

OLHA LYSENKO

London,United Kingdom

Summary

Experienced professional with a strong foundation in fashion retail, combining analytical thinking and creative problem-solving to develop effective strategies. Demonstrates expertise in stress management, precision, and thoroughness, ensuring high-quality outcomes in dynamic environments. Adept at fostering sociability and adaptable approaches to meet diverse challenges while maintaining self-directed initiative and motivation. Committed to leveraging skills to drive innovation and deliver measurable results within the fashion industry.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Commercial

ITX UK LTD.
London, United Kingdom
05.2023 - Current
  • Managed store merchandising following company policies and strategic objectives
  • Effectively introduced new product lines

• Appropriate used of the in-store furniture.

Monitor fashion trends and evaluate competitor strategies

• Analysed daily information and reacted to it accordingly.

  • Recovered crucial stock and managed shop floor replenishment processes
  • Planned and coordinated commercial and visual store initiatives across daily, weekly, and seasonal timelines

• Controlled product levels in the store and communicated with the senior management any product needs.

• Managed all procedure related to product: warehouse, orders, reports.

  • Trained and developed commercial colleagues.

• Ensured high level of customer service within the store and follow customer service action plans.

  • Boosted product interest and market presence with impactful presentations.

HR and recruiter

Limited Liability Company "Poliplast"
Dnipro, Ukraine
06.2017 - 04.2022
  • Liaised and researched appropriate job boards and recruitment platforms such as Work.ua and Jobs.ua, reducing time-to-hire by 20%.
  • Organised job fairs, improved employer branding.
  • Developed detailed job descriptions according to the requests and criteria of the company's senior managers to get a clearer view of company's hiring needs and to attract the best candidates.
  • Wrote and developed the annual budget and planned the required quantity of vacancies.
  • Leaded recruitment campaigns for entry level employee and senior management, ensuring steady pipeline of quality candidates.
  • Through proactive candidate engagement and tailored recruitment strategies, I achieved 15% increase in placements every year.
  • Posted vacancies on the job website, selected candidates based on their resumes, called and invited for interviews.
  • Assisted in filling out applicants' questionnaires and documentation for hiring employees.
  • Conducted interviews, coordinated reference checks, briefed candidates about responsibilities, salary and job benefits.
  • Reduced staff turnover through improved training and incentive schemes.
  • Managed high-volume of candidates during peak recruitment seasons, ensuring smooth operations.
  • Contributed to developing and enhancing recruitment tools, providing valuable insights to improve its functionality and user experience.
  • Helped with the adaptation of new employees during their first month of work, also created a favorable atmosphere in the team, holding team building and festive events.
  • Maintained confidentiality throughout the recruitment process, ensuring trust and integrity were upheld at all times.

Store director

Sweet Years
Dnipro, Ukraine
01.2012 - 01.2014
  • Launched ''Sweet Years'' stores in Dnipro, Zaporizhzhia and Kharkiv cities
  • Liaised with factory representatives and brand managers
  • Coordinated business trips to Italy for goods procurement
  • Attended Micam shoe exhibition in Milan
  • Selected new brands of clothing, footwear and accessories
  • Developed store concepts and styles, approved design projects
  • Designed store window displays and sales areas to maximise customer engagement
  • Coordinated daily and seasonal merchandising and visual planning
  • Managed receipt and organisation of inventory
  • Operated 1C cash register system versions 7 and 8
  • Handled product returns while resolving customer disputes in professional and timely manner
  • Managed existing VIP customers and expanded customer base
  • Conducted product range and sales analysis
  • Monitored and reported forecasted sales to align with organisational objectives
  • Set retail prices and determined discounts
  • Created questionnaires and reporting forms to streamline data collection processes
  • Managed recruitment processes, coordinated staff training and ensured effective personnel placement
  • Assessed training needs and organised seminars
  • Facilitated onboarding and training of new employees
  • Coordinated personnel work and holiday schedules
  • Managed accrual processes and issued wages for employees across multiple departments
  • Developed and implemented job descriptions
  • Conducted personnel certification for product knowledge and brand information
  • Controlled of the performance of functional duties of personnel
  • Designed layouts for promotional materials including flyers and gift certificates
  • Drafted presentation texts for audio and video advertising
  • Participated in Tip-Top TV programme and events
  • Created impactful magazine articles to highlight store success and attract new customers
  • Distributed promotional materials in various city venues
  • Managed successful outdoor advertising projects across diverse platforms
  • Collaborated with online stores

Education

Master - Marketing

Alfred Nobel University of Economics and Law
Dnipro, Ukraine
09/2010 - 06/2011

Bachelor - Marketing

Alfred Nobel University of Economics and Law
Dnipro, Ukraine
09/2006 - 06/2010

GCSEs - English Language

Capital City College Group CTR for Business, Arts
London, United Kingdom
09/2023 - 06/2024

Level 1 - English Language

City and Islington College
London, United Kingdom
09/2022 - 06/2023

Skills

  • Fashion Retail Background
  • Stress Management Expertise
  • Creative strategies and problem analysis
  • Sociability and Adaptable Approaches
  • Analytical Thinking
  • Self-Directed Initiative and Motivation
  • Precision and thoroughness in work

Languages

English
Upper intermediate
Ukrainian
Native
Russian
Native

Affiliations

  • Stylistics, shopping support and imageology
  • Art
  • Sport: gym, yoga, dance
  • Family and animals

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Commercial

ITX UK LTD.
05.2023 - Current

HR and recruiter

Limited Liability Company "Poliplast"
06.2017 - 04.2022

Store director

Sweet Years
01.2012 - 01.2014

Master - Marketing

Alfred Nobel University of Economics and Law
09/2010 - 06/2011

Bachelor - Marketing

Alfred Nobel University of Economics and Law
09/2006 - 06/2010

GCSEs - English Language

Capital City College Group CTR for Business, Arts
09/2023 - 06/2024

Level 1 - English Language

City and Islington College
09/2022 - 06/2023
OLHA LYSENKO