Aretha Mickens
Odenville
Summary
Dynamic retail professional with expertise in store operations management, promotional planning, and loss prevention strategies. Proven track record of analyzing sales data and implementing effective strategies to enhance profitability and customer engagement.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Retail Store Manager
Walmart
Trussville, AL
06.2005 - Current
- Supervised daily store operations to ensure high standards of customer service and product availability.
- Developed and implemented effective merchandising strategies to enhance product visibility and sales performance.
- Trained, mentored, and evaluated staff to improve team performance and foster a positive work environment.
- Analyzed sales data to identify trends, optimize inventory levels, and drive strategic decision-making.
- Managed budgetary requirements, controlling expenses while maximizing profitability across all departments.
- Implemented loss prevention strategies that reduced shrinkage through staff training and process improvements.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align store objectives with corporate initiatives for greater operational efficiency.
Store Manager
Winn Dixie
Birmingham, AL
02.1996 - 06.2005
- Supervised daily store operations, ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures.
- Managed inventory levels, optimizing stock availability and reducing waste.
- Trained and mentored staff, enhancing team performance and customer service skills.
- Implemented promotional strategies, driving sales growth and improving customer engagement.
- Analyzed sales data to identify trends, informing decision-making for product placement.
- Led staff meetings to communicate goals, share updates, and foster teamwork among employees.
- Coordinated vendor relationships to secure favorable terms and maintain product quality standards.
- Developed employee schedules to ensure adequate staffing while controlling labor costs.
Education
High School Diploma -
St Clair Co High School
Odenville, ALSocial Psychology
Talladega College
Talladega, ALSkills
- Staff training and development
- Product knowledge expertise
- Promotional planning
- Loss prevention strategies
- Goal setting and achievement
- Store operations management
- Sales strategy development
Timeline
Assistant Retail Store Manager
Walmart
06.2005 - Current
Store Manager
Winn Dixie
02.1996 - 06.2005
High School Diploma -
St Clair Co High School
Social Psychology
Talladega College