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Amal Mohamud

Minneapolis,MN

Summary

Successful Leader with history of working with management team for multiple entities. Proven track record in building a positive rapport with internal and external customers and team by understanding their specific needs and collaborating with them to find solutions. Strong communicator with a focus on fostering a positive work environment and driving organizational success.


Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Executive Team Leader Human Resources Manager

Target
01.2020 - Current
  • Recruited and hired talented individuals bringing depth and experience to the store.
  • Built relationships with team members to encourage willingness to address concerns and issues.
  • Developed and executed strategic HR initiatives.
  • Motivated employees through special events and incentive programs.

Department Manager of Men's Clothing/Furnishings

Nordstrom
11.2017 - 01.2020
  • Training team members in successful strategies to meet operational and sales targets.
  • Offering hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences
  • Led and developed team of 16 employees to transition through remodel for 9 months.
  • Managing 14 million dollar department and supporting new Luxe brands while achieving top sales volume in company.
  • Developed 2 sales people in exceeding 1 million dollars in sales and 2 receiving Gold Pacesetters (top 10 in store).

Department Manager Men's Clothing/Furnishings

Nordstrom
03.2016 - 11.2017
  • Exceeded sales goals and accomplished business objectives by inspiring staff and promoting target products
  • Top selling Manager during Anniversary sale, increasing 25% in sales
  • Coached employees and trained on methods for handling various aspects of sales, complicated issues and difficult customers.

Department Manager YC/Topshop

Nordstrom
03.2016 - 03.2016
  • Promoted within one month
  • Mentored team members in mastering sales techniques to consistently exceed objectives.

Interim Department Manager Men's Clothing

Nordstrom
12.2015 - 02.2016
  • Worked with sales team to collaboratively reach targets, consistently meeting or exceeding personal quotas
  • Implemented up-selling strategies, encompassing recommendation of accessories and complementary purchases
  • Drove 25% increase in sales during interim role
  • Partnered with salespeople in other departments to set goals to achieve results.

Interim Department Manager Collectors/Indy

Nordstrom
09.2015 - 11.2015
  • Worked with sales team to collaboratively reach targets, consistently meeting or exceeding personal quotas
  • Implemented up-selling strategies, encompassing recommendation of accessories and complementary purchases
  • Led 8 employees to achieve sales goals during holiday season.

Assistant Manager Men's Casual

Nordstrom
11.2014 - 08.2015
  • Effectively allocated tasks during high-traffic times to keep operations running smoothly and employees focused
  • Coached employees and trained on methods for handling various aspects of sales, complicated issues and difficult customers
  • Implemented daily operating procedures to keep store clean, adequately stocked and well-organized
  • Successfully setup sale during Holiday season which led to 14% increase in sales.

Customer Service Representative

Nordstrom
04.2014 - 11.2014
  • Maintained customer satisfaction with forward-thinking strategies focused on addressing customer needs and resolving concerns
  • Consulted with outside parties to resolve discrepancies and create effective solutions
  • Offered advice and assistance to customers, paying attention to special needs or wants
  • Trained 30 new employees each quarter in procedures and policies in order to maximize team performance.

Sales Associate

Nordstrom
10.2010 - 04.2014
  • Maintained organized, presentable merchandise to drive continuous sales
  • Implemented up-selling strategies such as recommending accessories and complementary purchases to boost revenue.
  • 4 years top seller in store.
  • Top credit card opener in region 2013.
  • Customer Service All-star award in April 2012. Most coveted award in company.

Sales Associate

Nordstrom
08.2008 - 10.2010
  • Maintained organized, presentable merchandise to drive continuous sales.
  • Developed client base to achieve daily sales goals.
  • Exceeded sales goal and achieved 3 quarters top seller.

Sales Associate

Macy's
03.2008 - 09.2008
  • Maintained organized, presentable merchandise to drive continuous sales.
  • Educated customers on promotions to enhance sales.
  • Lead the district in opening 100 Rewards in one quarter.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Life Science

Otterbein University
Westerville, OH
12.2007

High School Diploma - undefined

Beechcroft High School
Columbus, OH
06.2007

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Goal-oriented
  • Merchandising expertise
  • Sales team training
  • Team Leadership
  • MS Office proficiency
  • Bilingual in Somali
  • Onboarding
  • Performance Management
  • Employee Relations
  • Staff Management

Languages

Somali
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Executive Team Leader Human Resources Manager

Target
01.2020 - Current

Department Manager of Men's Clothing/Furnishings

Nordstrom
11.2017 - 01.2020

Department Manager Men's Clothing/Furnishings

Nordstrom
03.2016 - 11.2017

Department Manager YC/Topshop

Nordstrom
03.2016 - 03.2016

Interim Department Manager Men's Clothing

Nordstrom
12.2015 - 02.2016

Interim Department Manager Collectors/Indy

Nordstrom
09.2015 - 11.2015

Assistant Manager Men's Casual

Nordstrom
11.2014 - 08.2015

Customer Service Representative

Nordstrom
04.2014 - 11.2014

Sales Associate

Nordstrom
10.2010 - 04.2014

Sales Associate

Nordstrom
08.2008 - 10.2010

Sales Associate

Macy's
03.2008 - 09.2008

Some College (No Degree) - Life Science

Otterbein University

High School Diploma - undefined

Beechcroft High School
Amal Mohamud