Alvin Tavanlar
Las Vegas,NV
Summary
Seasoned Store Manager specializing in management of retail locations. Polished professional skilled at training employees on exceptional customer service etiquette and sales techniques. Gifted in overseeing all facets of customer-facing and back-end operations.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Manager Trainee
The Good Feet Store
03.2022 - 01.2024
- Reviewed financial accounts for accuracy and resolved discrepancies.
- Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence.
- Managed 30 calls per day, explained services and products to customers in friendly and engaging way.
Store Manager
United Pacific
01.2018 - 12.2021
- Increased sales by 8% and minimized shrinkage through excellent customer service and adherence to standard practices.
- Promoted team collaboration, performance, and efficiency by fostering healthy environments focused on mutual success.
- Rotated merchandise and displays to feature new products and promotions.
Assistant Plant Manager
LKQ Corporation Inc.
07.2014 - 11.2017
- Oversaw hiring processes for over 27 permanent and temporary seasonal staff.
- Led, trained and coached plant staff to facilitate high levels of productivity and quality.
- Maximized plant safety through proactive strategies and well-structured training.
Store Manager
Valvoline Instant Oil Change
04.2012 - 05.2014
- Organized budgets, oversaw P&Ls and achieved margin targets consistently to stay on track with growth plans.
- Managed and mentored team of 5 employees.
- Managed store employees successfully in fast-paced environment through proactive communication and positive feedback.
Auto Center Manager
Sears Auto Center
03.2010 - 02.2012
- Created and led sales promotions and advertising strategies to boost profits and bring in new customers.
- Achieved 10% increase in productivity in fixed operations, parts and service department.
- Successfully managed budgets and allocated resources to maximize productivity and profitability.
Store Manager
Rent A Wheel
08.2008 - 01.2010
- Supervised guests at front counter, answering questions regarding products.
- Set effective store schedules based on forecasted customer levels, individual employee knowledge, and service requirements.
- Maintained proper product levels and inventory controls for merchandise and organized backroom to facilitate effective ordering and stock rotation.
Operations Manager
Pacific Theatres
06.2006 - 06.2008
- Led hiring, onboarding and training of 80+ new hires to fulfill business requirements.
- Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
- Developed systems and procedures to improve operational quality and team efficiency.
Education
GED -
Franklin High School
Eagle Rock, CA06.1992
Skills
- Profit & Loss
- Ownership Mentality
- Future Thinker
- Recruitment and Hiring
- Employee Relations
- Superb Time Management
- Operational Efficiency
- Cost Analysis and Savings
Timeline
Manager Trainee
The Good Feet Store
03.2022 - 01.2024
Store Manager
United Pacific
01.2018 - 12.2021
Assistant Plant Manager
LKQ Corporation Inc.
07.2014 - 11.2017
Store Manager
Valvoline Instant Oil Change
04.2012 - 05.2014
Auto Center Manager
Sears Auto Center
03.2010 - 02.2012
Store Manager
Rent A Wheel
08.2008 - 01.2010
Operations Manager
Pacific Theatres
06.2006 - 06.2008
GED -
Franklin High School