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Alia Lamey Leemon

Product Developer and Remote Freelancer at Shiseido

Zamalek, Cairo, Egypt

Work Experience

  • Product Developer and Remote Freelancer

    Shiseido

    Aug 2020 - Present -5 yrs

    • Job Details:Worked closely with management on end-to-end development on product and fragrance development of the assigned brand/category. Collaborated with cross functional and external partners to deliver on target results, troubleshoot any issues and elevate them as needed. Partnered closely with management to review and evaluate product aesthetics from suppliers. Redirected and followed up to gain necessary approvals. Responsible for maintenance and updates of status sheets / trackers for assigned programs to ensure projects are tracking on time to meet deadlines. Managed the execution and processing of systems workflow. Assisted in the brainstorming and development of new innovation. Provided sampling support for large scale external consumer testing, and participated in result analysis. Supported the library initiatives within product development. Built cross functional relationships with internal and external partners. Participated and supported brand initiatives; bareminerals, laura mercier, drunk elephant, nars, etc.
  • Key Holder Store Manager

    Bareminerals

    • Job Details:Provided inspirational, authentic and personalized customer service. Coached and mentored sales team to achieve sales targets. Educated sales team on product benefits and application. Handled daily cash procedures, including register reconciliation and bank deposits. Maintained store cleanliness and organization, ensuring visual merchandising standards are met. Monitored inventory levels, assisted with stock replenishment, and conducted regular inventory counts. Provided client needs and offered personalized product recommendations. Demonstrated in-depth knowledge of bareminerals products, including skincare, makeup, and tools. Handled customer inquiries, feedback, and complaints. Played the role as the manager on duty in the absence of store management, making decisions to ensure smooth operations. Delegated tasks, ensuring team members are engaged and productive. Provided feedback to management on team performance and store operations.
  • Counter Manager (Cosmetics)

    Lord + Taylor

    Aug 2018 - Aug 2020 -2 yrs

    • Job Details:Reviewed and analyzed business performance of daily, weekly, monthly, seasonal, and annual sales results. Supervised proper presentation, organization, storing, and replenishment of stock. Maintained compliance with all hygiene standards. Sold and achieved business sales targets for shiseido, borghese, and elizabeth arden products. Provided personalized beauty consultations and product demonstrations to clients. Developed and maintained a loyal customer base through service and follow-ups. Recruited, trained, and mentored beauty advisors (whom represent other brands) to ensure product knowledge. Conducted regular team meetings to discuss sales goals, product launches, and promotional events. Fostered a collaborative and motivating work environment to enhance team performance. Monitored stock levels and coordinated with inventory control to ensure product availability. Maintained visually appealing and brand-compliant displays for all three product lines.
  • Makeup Artist

    Il Makiage

    Aug 2016 - Aug 2018 -2 yrs

    • Job Details:Provided professional makeup applications tailored to individual client needs, occasions, and preferences. Conducted thorough consultations to understand clients' skin types, tones, and desired looks. Maintained high standards of hygiene and cleanliness for all tools and workstations. Promoted and sold products by demonstrating their benefits and suitability to clients. Handled customer inquiries and feedback, ensuring a positive shopping experience. Built and maintained a loyal client base through exceptional service and follow-ups. Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth kiosk operations and a cohesive work environment. Assisted in inventory management, including stock replenishment and organization. Participated in promotional events and training sessions to enhance product knowledge and sales techniques.
  • Education

    • Bachelor's Degree in Art History

      William & Mary

      Jan 2018 - Jan 2022 - 4 yr

    Skills

    • Prosthetics
    • Professional Makeup Artistry
    • Airbrushing
    • SFX & Airbrush Makeup
    • Team Collaboration
    • Client Consultations
    • Product recommendations
    • Coaching and mentoring

    Languages

    • English

      Fluent
    • Arabic

      Fluent
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