Chenise Polines
@chenisepolines
Enthusiastic fashion business professional with strong organizational skills.
What I'm looking for
I am a highly driven and organized individual with a passion for the fashion industry. With a Bachelor of Science in Fashion Business and a Bachelor of Arts in Business Communication from the University of California, Davis, I have developed a strong foundation in both creative and business aspects of fashion. My experience spans various roles in retail and buying, where I have honed my skills in relationship building, technical writing, and creative problem-solving.
During my tenure at Hot Topic, Inc., I successfully created new designs that aligned with modern fashion trends while supporting buyers in the music apparel and accessories departments. My ability to present sales results and strategies to upper management has been instrumental in driving profitable sales. Additionally, my experience at Double R Brand allowed me to build strong client relationships through personalized fittings and consultations, showcasing my commitment to customer satisfaction.
Throughout my career, I have demonstrated a collaborative attitude and a passion for training others, ensuring that my team succeeds together. I am eager to bring my skills and enthusiasm to a new opportunity where I can continue to grow and contribute to a dynamic team.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Apparel and Accessories Assistant
Hot Topic, Inc.
Jun 2022 - Apr 2025 (2 years 10 months)
Created new designs with approved band/artist assets from vendors to align with modern fashion trends and current events, online and across all stores in US and Canada. Supported buyers in the music apparel and music accessories departments by processing and overseeing purchase orders, allocations, and vendor shipments.
Boutique Stylist
Double R Brand
Feb 2020 - Dec 2021 (1 year 10 months)
Booked personal fittings and consultations with clients in order to accurately obtain their precise measurements and start to build the client relationship. Curated each garment specifically to each client’s body type, fabric choice, embellishments, and lifestyle through one-on-one meetings with clients in studio.
Specialty Store Manager
Ascena Retail Group, Inc.
Sep 2019 - Aug 2020 (11 months)
Led team of 30+ associates to deliver excellent customer service. Assisted 100+ customers per day; praised by upper management for tenacity, diligence, and leadership.
Buying Office Assistant
TJX Companies, Inc.
May 2016 - Jun 2019 (3 years 1 month)
Supported up to five buyers in different departments by distributing weekly budget up to $4 million per dept. Wrote, processed, and managed purchase orders, distributions, and vendor shipments for each product.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
University of California, Davis
Bachelor of Science, Fashion Business
University of California, Davis
Bachelor of Arts, Business Communication
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
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