STEFANIE LIMNIOS
Brisbane
Summary
I bring a rich multicultural background as an Italian-Greek who has had the privilege of living in diverse parts of the world. This journey has profoundly shaped my perspective, fostering a deep appreciation for cultural diversity in both personal and professional areas. I am currently seeking a role within an empowering work culture, one that values transparency, collaboration, and continuous growth. I thrive in environments where creativity is encouraged, and where I can contribute meaningfully while also expanding my skills and responsibilities. Eager to take on new challenges, I am passionate about leveraging my experiences to contribute to a dynamic team that embraces diversity and fosters a supportive environment for professional development.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Visual Merchandiser
COS Australia
Brisbane, QLD
03.2023 - 06.2024
- I excelled in creating visually compelling displays that effectively conveyed brand messages and captivated customers, drawing on strong creative and artistic skills
- My meticulous attention to detail ensured every aspect of the store—from window displays to ready-to-wear ideas—meticulously curated to enhance the customer journey and fostered a welcoming atmosphere
- In addition to staying focused on market trends and consumer preferences, I manage multiple projects at once, ensuring timely execution of visual merchandising initiatives
- By analyzing detailed sales and customer feedback data, I identified opportunities to optimize merchandising strategies and drive sales
- Collaboration is at the heart of my approach, I regularly partnered with cross-functional teams and liaised with warehouse and merchandising departments to maximize orders based on product performance
- As a valued member of the management team, I contributed to operational excellence, employee supervision, and customer satisfaction strategies, all of which have significantly contributed to business growth and the brand's reputation.
Sales Assistant key holder
COS Australia
Brisbane, QLD
03.2022 - 03.2023
- I provided a high level of service by assisting in style and outfit suggestions
- In depth Knowledge of the brand to inform and educate customers of the brand and its products to customers
- Worked with deliveries, stock replenishment and merchandising garments on the floor
- Trained in RFID and Visual Merchandising
- Assisted the in-store Visual Merchandiser in menswear, women swear and mannequin styling as well as window displays
- Key holder duties require that I am responsible for opening or/and closing of the store
- Taking care of cash office duties.
Assistant Manager and Visual Merchandiser assistant
Furla Australia
Brisbane, QLD
03.2020 - 02.2021
- I Supported the manager in daily operations
- Supervising the employees, while focusing on KPIs and goals for the store
- Responsible for training new employees and keeping them updated with the latest collections
- Assisting in visual merchandising, analysing and writing weekly reports (data entry) on products while providing recommendations for planning and selection of merchandise
- Focus on customer satisfaction and in store experience
- Creating clientele interactions through CRM, phone calls, targeted EDMs and messages for personalised shopping
- Strong abilities in product knowledge and styling
- Investigation of negative stock on hand, assisted in mini stocktake preparation.
Sales associate
Furla Australia
03.2029 - 02.2020
Graphic designer corporate
Robert Bosch
04.2018 - 10.2018
- Delivered strategic communications in a manner which was consistent with the corporate strategy and brand positioning
- Creating and designing brochures, pamphlets, in store presentation and communication materials such as product displays for the brand
- Assisted in developing communication strategies that supported the businesses’ operational initiatives and events
- Created meaningful and clear communication channels (across different mediums) across all business units and with stakeholders.
Junior Graphic designer
ITP Media
03.2017 - 08.2017
- I assisted in page layout and design for a weekly magazine
- Content research and lead art director
- Touch up on final details on pages and layouts
- Wrote and edited and content before final approval
- Worked with Photoshop to curate page layouts and final touches.
First Class Flight Attendant
Etihad Airways
05.2014 - 01.2017
Education
Masters - Assistant Art Director
Accademia delle Arti e Nuove Tecnologie
01.2013
Certificate - Graphic Visualizer
Accademia delle Arti e Nuove Tecnologie
01.2012
Certificate - Graphic Designer
Accademia delle Arti e Nuove Tecnologie
01.2012
High school diploma -
Khartoum American school (KAS)
Skills
- Excellent communication skills
- Reliable and Efficient
- Strong time-management
- Prioritization
- Attention to Detail
- Management in a retail environment
- Retail and visual merchandising training
- Team building/coaching and developing
- Strong collaboration skills
- Problem solving skills
- CREATIVE & SOFTWARE SKILLS
- Microsoft office suite
- Adobe Indesign and Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop
- SEO conscious copywriting
- Knowledge on ERP Softwares ( SAP, DELCON, )
- Workforce software
- Web analytics tools
Languages
English
Italian
Arabic
References
- Natalie Campisi, +61 400743677
- Cassie Brock, +61439746896
- Mitchell Bizon, mitch.bizon@gmail.com
- Nicholas Lotam Visual Merchandise Manager - COS AU, nicholas.lotam@cosstores.com
- Ayumi Schmidt, ayumi.schmidt@cosstores.com
- Chrisitne YU, 0413260548
Hobbies and Interests
Reading, traveling, drawing
Timeline
Sales associate
Furla Australia
03.2029 - 02.2020
Visual Merchandiser
COS Australia
03.2023 - 06.2024
Sales Assistant key holder
COS Australia
03.2022 - 03.2023
Assistant Manager and Visual Merchandiser assistant
Furla Australia
03.2020 - 02.2021
Graphic designer corporate
Robert Bosch
04.2018 - 10.2018
Junior Graphic designer
ITP Media
03.2017 - 08.2017
First Class Flight Attendant
Etihad Airways
05.2014 - 01.2017
Masters - Assistant Art Director
Accademia delle Arti e Nuove Tecnologie
Certificate - Graphic Visualizer
Accademia delle Arti e Nuove Tecnologie
Certificate - Graphic Designer
Accademia delle Arti e Nuove Tecnologie
High school diploma -
Khartoum American school (KAS)