Sheila Clancy O'Donnell
Letterkenny
Summary
Award Winning International Leader experienced in developing and motivating top-quality talent. Well-versed in assessing business performance and problem solving for results. Promotes exceptional performance against challenging expectations, maintaining positive morale. Committed to consistently fostering superior standards and communicating with tact and diplomacy. Develops, implements and drives sustainability in business practices through successful ESG initiatives.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Retail Manager
Homestore & More
Letterkenny & Dundalk
2018.09 - Current
- Consulted on initial ESG Sustainability goals for cost-effectiveness throughout all divisions
- Authored H&S Racking, Management Principles and Look and Feel Best Practice Guides for implementation in company-wide use
- Achieved 96% compliance scores on KPIs, including People Management and Development and Payroll
- Recognized as Social Engagement Champion for positive engagement and influence with the Elderly
- Tasked with rescuing failing store and achieved above passing KPIs, numerous colleague promotions, 1st passed stock take in 3 years, and higher morale scores
- Achieved 100% promotion rate in management team due to conscientious, bespoke training practices
- Responsible for ensuring a safe, well-functioning, thriving work environment.
Course Developer
Foundations in Fashion Design & Merchandising
Letterkenny
2010.09 - Current
- Developed curriculum and Lectured in Donegal's 1st Accredited Third Level Fashion Course. Included Hybrid learning.
- Mentored Cross border designers and students on buying practices and pricing techniques.
Senior Retail Manager
TJX Europe
Coleraine, Derry & Blanchardstown
2016.03 - 2018.08
- Engaged in ESG practices locally including FEA hiring policies, D&I acts. Corporate involvement in Brand Knowledge that included Fair Trade practices.
- Monitored stock levels and inventory management systems, ensuring product availability and customer satisfaction.
Senior Retail Manager
Marks & Spencer
Letterkeny
2007.03 - 2016.03
- Face of Corporate & Social Responsibility" Recipient for Community work including "Business in the Community" and T.Y
- Plan A 'Big Idea' winner for improved waste practices and sustainable rostering procedures.
Business Owner
Moonriver Boutique
Pearl River
2001.01 - 2005.01
Director of Design Department
Jones Apparel Group/Other
New York
1996.01 - 2000.01
Fashion Designer-Dresses & Sportswear
Liz Claiborne, Inc.
New York
1991.01 - 1996.01
Junior Buyer
Macys & Esprit
New York
1985.01 - 1991.01
Education
Master of Science - Sustainability Leadership
University of Galway
2025-06
Certified Fire Warden -
01.2023
Level 6 QQI Managing People -
01.2022
BSc Fashion Design & Merchandising -
Marist College, NY
01.1991
Associate of Arts - Independent Studies
Hudson Valley Tech College, NY
Troy, NY01.1989
Skills
- Team Training and Development
- Operations Management
- Building Brand Awareness
- Process Improvements
- Driving Business Growth
- Business Administration
- Budgeting and Cost Control
- Curriculum design
- Industry best practices
Affiliations
- Writers Guild of Ireland, 2022-present
- Chamber of Commerce, Letterkenny, 2008-2016, 2021-present
Social Responsibility
- Hygiene Hub" Virtual 5k organiser, 2023
- Friends of the Elderly" Volunteer, 2020-2022
- Comic Relief" Participant, 2017
- Charity Sock Designer, 2016
- Denim vs. Cancer" Celebrity Auction Organizer, 2016
- Letterkenny Chamber of Commerce Halloween Originator, 2016
- Sliabh League Knitwear Project" Judge, 2014
- Trash'n Fashion" Fashion Show Judge, 2013-2014
Publications
"Wild Atlantic War on Waste" Podcast (Oct 2023). "The Duelling Donuts" Social Media Story Telling event-Illustrator & Author (July-Nov 2023). "The Battle of the Christmas Lights" TV Mentor-Virgin Media (2021). "Princess Alexandra Rose of No Fixed Abode" Children's Book (2017)
References
References available upon request.
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Quote
My life is my message.
Mohandas Gandhi
Timeline
Senior Retail Manager
Homestore & More
2018.09 - Current
Senior Retail Manager
TJX Europe
2016.03 - 2018.08
Course Developer
Foundations in Fashion Design & Merchandising
2010.09 - Current
Senior Retail Manager
Marks & Spencer
2007.03 - 2016.03
Business Owner
Moonriver Boutique
2001.01 - 2005.01
Director of Design Department
Jones Apparel Group/Other
1996.01 - 2000.01
Fashion Designer-Dresses & Sportswear
Liz Claiborne, Inc.
1991.01 - 1996.01
Junior Buyer
Macys & Esprit
1985.01 - 1991.01
Master of Science - Sustainability Leadership
University of Galway
Certified Fire Warden -
Level 6 QQI Managing People -
BSc Fashion Design & Merchandising -
Marist College, NY
Associate of Arts - Independent Studies
Hudson Valley Tech College, NY
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