Amanda Powell
Clovis,CA
Summary
Performance-oriented leader offering an exceptional record of achievement over a 20 year career. Tenacious business driver with a strategic approach to solving problems, developing teams and elevating customer experiences. Seeking an opportunity to utilize my skillset building strong leadership teams, improving overall business performance metrics and serving as the primary resource in a multi-unit capacity.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Store Manager District Trainer
Vans
12.2015 - Current
- Accountable for every aspect of retail store performance, ensuring that all areas of the store are engaged, exceeding results, and focused on both the internal and external customer's journey
- Offers personalized development plans, encouraging learning through Vans tools, coaching behaviors as they arise, and providing constructive feedback that inspires and motivates
- Built a legacy of performance driven teams in the Fresno market by identifying and developing top performers, consistently achieving high rankings in several key metrics including the Van Doren Club leaderboard and Customer Satisfaction
- Led recruitment, training, and staff development efforts in multiple districts to maximize productivity and revenue potential by building high-performing sales teams
- Established and maintained key partnerships with peers and corporate mentors, cultivating a relationship of trust through strong communication and collaboration
Area Sales Manager
Journeys
07.2005 - 03.2014
- Recruited, hired, trained, and managed store personnel to achieve store and personal sales goals
- Met and exceeded store and personal sales goals and standards of performance - Highest Sock to Shoe ratio in company
- Provided feedback, coaching, and accountability to all employees by enforcing all company policies and practices
- Supervised and managed all aspects of Loss Prevention practices in 5 locations
- Conducted weekly store visits, recognizing success and implementing plans to address areas for improvement
Accomplishments
- Accelerated Leadership Program - 2023
- Store Manager of the Year nominee - 2022
- Store Manager of the Year - 2021
- Cheryl Van Doren Leadership Award - 2021
- Lowest turnover in region - 4th lowest turnover in company - 2021
- District Trainer - 2021-2023
- Store Manager of the Year nominee - 2020
- Foresee Customer Satisfaction Award - 2018/2019
- Achieved top rankings in Van Doren Club store award 6 out of 7 years as a SM
- Led two new store openings in Fresno, CA 2016/2018
Timeline
Store Manager District Trainer
Vans
12.2015 - Current
Area Sales Manager
Journeys
07.2005 - 03.2014