Alexa Salas
Columbia,TN
Summary
A motivated and driven administrative professional seeking a new opportunity to enhance my skills. With more than 16 years’ experience streamlining processes and enhancing operational efficiency within a retail store. Strong analytical skills and a data-driven approach to decision making with expertise is process improvement and business operations. Excellent communication and leadership abilities. Detail oriented staffing admin, skilled in sourcing, screening, and onboarding talent.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
Work History
Scheduling Staffing Admin
Lowes
Franklin, TN
02.2021 - Current
- Prepared staff work schedules and assigned team schedules to best meet department and business needs.
- Maintained detailed records of all recruitment activities, facilitating ongoing evaluation of staffing processes and procedures.
- Organized successful career fairs, connecting qualified candidates with available positions within the organization.
- Improved overall candidate experience by providing timely feedback and clear communication throughout the hiring process.
- Performed sourcing, interviewing, negotiations and hiring.
- Monitored lending trends to anticipate future needs and adjust staffing levels accordingly.
- Managed staffing schedules to ensure adequate coverage while maintaining budgetary constraints.
- Managed scheduling to ensure optimal staffing levels across all shifts.
- Supported staff with training, guidance and confident leadership.
- Increased retention rates by designing effective onboarding programs for new hires.
Assistant Store Manager of Operations
Lowes
2014 - 2021
- Analyzed financial statements such as profit and loss statements, to identify areas of improvement.
- Interviewed and researched job applicants to make effective hiring decisions and fill open-positions with strong team members.
- Collaborated with the Store Manager to develop strategic plans for sales growth and operational improvements.
- Investigated shrink results outside acceptable ranges to determine causes and prevent recurrence.
- Provided customer service support, including resolving customer complaints and inquiries.
- Conducted regular audits on store procedures and performance, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective action plans.
- Promoted a safe work environment by enforcing company safety policies and addressing potential hazards promptly.
- Maintained positive customer relationships by responding quickly to customer service inquiries.
Front End Department Manager
Lowes
2012 - 2014
- Developed customer service standards and trained personnel in customer service procedures.
- Supervised daily cash office operations to ensure accuracy of daily summaries and looking into all discrepancies.
- Monitored and ordered store supplies while staying in line with budgets.
- Created staff schedules to suit needs of business and submitted weekly payroll accordingly.
Education
High School Diploma -
Cathedral City High School
Cathedral City, CA2008
Skills
- Retail Operations Management
- Profit and Loss Management
- Strong Work Ethic
- Team Building and Leadership
- Operational Efficiency
- Scheduling and Staffing Management
- Inventory Management
- Forecasting and Scheduling
Timeline
Scheduling Staffing Admin
Lowes
02.2021 - Current
Assistant Store Manager of Operations
Lowes
2014 - 2021
Front End Department Manager
Lowes
2012 - 2014
High School Diploma -
Cathedral City High School