Amna Akhoon
Manorville,United States
Summary
Focused Assistant Store Manager known for creating stunning merchandise displays and improving revenue for location. Offering exemplary writing and oral communication skills. Experience in diverse retail environments.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Team Leader
Target
06.2024 - Current
- Drive total store sales
- Recruited and hired talented individuals bringing depth and experience to organization.
- Lead the team to deliver an efficient and hassle free guest pick up experience
- Built relationships with team members to encourage willingness to address concerns and issues.
- As a key carrier, follow all safe and secure training processes
- Address store needs (emergency, regulatory visits etc.)
- Manage the store experience by anticipating and/or reacting with urgency to staffing or scheduling needs based on fluctuations in guest traffic and sales
- Ensure Team Leader schedules support a frictionless experience during guest peak traffic times for all shopping preferences; checklanes, self-checkout, Order Pick-up and Drive up
Founder
Retail Wise LLC
07.2023 - Current
- Created organization's mission and vision statements for use by employees.
- Developed key operational initiatives to drive and maintain substantial business growth.
- Created and monitored promotional approaches to increase sales and profit levels.
- Conducted target market research to scope out industry competition and identify advantageous trends.
ASSISTANT STORE MANAGER
Kohl's
08.2022 - 11.2023
- Oversee the work of other employees, delegating tasks, and ensuring that all team members are performing their duties effectively
- Ensure that customers are satisfied with their shopping experience
- Address customer complaints and concerns in a timely and professional manner
- Monitor inventory levels, order products, and ensure that the store has adequate stock of popular items
- Develop sales strategies and promotional campaigns to attract customers and increase revenue
- Train new employees, provide guidance and support to existing employees, and ensure that everyone is following company policies and procedures
- Ensure that the store is clean and well-maintained, and that merchandise is displayed attractively and appealingly
- Implement safety and security measures to protect the store, its employees, and its customers
- Support the Store Manager in running the store and ensuring that it is profitable, and efficient, and provides excellent customer service
MANAGEMENT ADMINISTRATOR
Al-Muneer Foundation Inc
01.2013 - 07.2022
- Planned and coordinated administrative procedures and systems and devise ways to streamline processes
- Performed administrative support work for contractual transactions as mandatory
- Assisted in the procurement process, including supplier selection, negotiation, and contract management
- Coordinated with suppliers and internal stakeholders to ensure timely delivery of goods and services
- Maintained accurate and up-to-date procurement records, contracts, and documentation
- Ensured adherence to procurement policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements
- Evaluated vendor performance and provide feedback to improve relationships and service quality
- Overseen inventory management to optimize stock levels and reduce excess inventory.
- Coordinated with relevant departments to forecast and plan for procurement needs.
TEACHER
Al-Muneer Foundation Inc
01.2013 - 01.2019
- Providing Responsible for creating lesson plans that align with grade-level standards and delivering instruction clearly and engagingly
- Assessed student progress through a variety of methods, including tests, quizzes, and observations
- Provided constructive feedback to students and their families to help them improve their academic performance
- Work collaboratively with other teachers and staff members to create a cohesive and supportive learning environment
- Established classroom management procedures to promote a learning environment
- Closely adhered to lesson plans and kept students motivated, engaged, and focused
- Provided instruction to students with individualized education plans
- Taught Elementary student Mathematics
- Tutored Earth, Physical, and Life Science to 7th and 8th graders.
TEACHER
Muslim Society of Westchester
01.2015 - 01.2016
- Fostered a positive classroom environment with mutual respect and consideration as collective goals
- Implemented a variety of instructional strategies to improve student performance
- Taught individuals about the principles, beliefs, and practices of Islam
- Responsible for leading classes and lectures on various topics related to Islam
- Lectured groups of adults on Islamic Jurisprudence
- Advised Muslim youth on religious connection.
Education
Master of Business Administration - Business Management
Stony Brook University
Stony Brook, NYBachelor of Science - Business Management
Stony Brook University
Stony Brook, NY05.2022
Associate - Medical Assistant
Bramson Ort College
Forest Hills, NYundefined
Al Muneer Foundation
Queens, NY01.2015
Skills
- Procurement Expertise
- Supplier Relationship Management
- Market Research
- Cost Analysis
- Contract Negotiation
- Inventory Management
- Vendor Selection
- Budget Management
- Communication Skills
- Analytical Skills
- Attention to Detail
- Negotiation Skills
- Software Proficiency
- Legal and Compliance Knowledge
- Problem Solving
- Time Management
- Adaptability
- Teamwork
- Results-Oriented
- Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Google Drive
- Sales growth
- Attention to detail
- Stock management
- New hire training
LANGUAGES
Conversational Urdu and Arabic
Affiliations
- Member - Institute of Management Accountants Students
- Member - SBU Long Island Student Chapter - Stony Brook, New York, United States
- Executive Board Event Coordinator - Risk Management and Insurance Society Club
- Executive Board Event Coordinator - Stony Brook University - Stony Brook, New York, United States
- Member - National Society of Leadership and Success
- Member - Stony Brook University Chapter - Stony Brook, New York, United States
Timeline
Executive Team Leader
Target
06.2024 - Current
Founder
Retail Wise LLC
07.2023 - Current
ASSISTANT STORE MANAGER
Kohl's
08.2022 - 11.2023
TEACHER
Muslim Society of Westchester
01.2015 - 01.2016
MANAGEMENT ADMINISTRATOR
Al-Muneer Foundation Inc
01.2013 - 07.2022
TEACHER
Al-Muneer Foundation Inc
01.2013 - 01.2019
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
Stony Brook University
Associate - Medical Assistant
Bramson Ort College
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Al Muneer Foundation
Master of Business Administration - Business Management
Stony Brook University
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