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Work History
Education
Skills
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Ashley Martin

Columbia,Kentucky

Summary

Dynamic Store Manager with a proven track record at Russell Cellular Verizon Wireless, excelling in customer service and team leadership. Achieved significant sales growth through strategic inventory management and effective promotional campaigns, while fostering a culture of accountability and performance excellence. Skilled in training and mentoring, enhancing team capabilities and customer satisfaction.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Store Manager

Russell Cellular Verizon Wireless
12.2021 - Current
  • Led daily store operations, ensuring adherence to company policies and procedures.
  • Trained and mentored team members to enhance product knowledge and customer service skills.
  • Analyzed sales trends to develop strategies for inventory management and merchandising effectiveness.
  • Implemented promotional campaigns to drive customer engagement and increase store traffic.

District Sales Manager

Subway
Indianapolis, IN
10.2017 - 05.2019
  • Led district sales initiatives to enhance overall revenue and market share.
  • Developed training programs for franchise owners, improving operational efficiency and customer service.
  • Analyzed sales data to identify growth opportunities, implementing action plans for improvement.
  • Collaborated with marketing teams to execute local promotional strategies, driving brand awareness and customer engagement.
  • Mentored and coached sales teams, fostering a culture of accountability and performance excellence.
  • Streamlined inventory management processes, reducing waste and optimizing supply chain operations.
  • Established strong relationships with key stakeholders, enhancing collaboration across departments for strategic alignment.
  • Conducted regular performance reviews, utilizing insights to refine sales tactics and achieve targets consistently.
  • Collaborated closely with other district managers to share best practices, learnings, and drive overall success of the organization.
  • Improved team performance by providing regular coaching, training, and mentoring to sales representatives.
  • Increased sales revenue by developing and implementing effective sales strategies for the district.
  • Exceeded annual sales targets through strategic planning, territory optimization, and customer relationship building.
  • Recognized potential talent within the team members early on; mentored them into higher positions in the organization over time.
  • Assessed competitive landscape regularly to adapt strategies accordingly and maintain a leading position in the market.
  • Coached sales associates in product specifications, sales incentives, and selling techniques, significantly increasing customer satisfaction ratings.
  • Grew YOY sales Number% by consistently meeting and exceeding quotas.
  • Enhanced team morale by fostering a positive work environment, recognizing achievements, and promoting professional development opportunities.
  • Led sales meetings to communicate objectives, review progress against goals, and discuss areas for improvement.
  • Analyzed data trends to monitor performance metrics and develop actionable insights for continuous improvement efforts.
  • Developed strong partnerships with key clients, ensuring long-term business relationships and repeat sales.
  • Streamlined operations by collaborating with cross-functional teams to address challenges and improve processes.
  • Delivered timely reports on sales activities to senior leadership for informed decision-making processes.
  • Assessed each location's individual and team performances, analyzing data trends to determine best methods to improve sales results.
  • Contributed to company growth by identifying new market opportunities for product expansion.
  • Worked diligently with dealers and management teams to forge lasting relationships and assist in solving unique business problems.
  • Championed a customer-first approach within the team, ensuring all representatives understood their impact on overall customer satisfaction and retention.
  • Negotiated contracts with clients for mutual benefit while maintaining strict adherence to company policies and ethical standards.
  • Managed change effectively during organizational restructuring or product launches, minimizing disruption on the team''s performance.
  • Expanded market share with targeted account management and new business development initiatives.
  • Implemented innovative marketing campaigns, resulting in increased brand visibility and customer engagement.
  • Devised strategies for retaining accounts, delivering polished sales presentations and promoting brands and products.
  • Surpassed business sales targets by devising, deploying, and optimizing Type sales strategies.
  • Built relationships with customers and community to establish long-term business growth.
  • Held one-on-one meetings with sales team members to identify selling hurdles and offered insight into best remedy.
  • Collaborated with upper management to implement continuous improvements and exceed team goals.
  • Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
  • Engaged in product training, demonstrations, consumer awareness, branding, and acquisition initiatives to raise awareness and revenues.

Housekeeper

State Dock
Jamestown, KY
05.2012 - 03.2017

Housekeeping, ship store, grill

BDC Service Representative

Spanos Motors
Daytona Beach, FL
06.2015 - 02.2016
  • Managed inbound and outbound communications to optimize customer service experiences.
  • Coordinated service appointments and follow-ups to enhance customer satisfaction.
  • Utilized CRM software to track customer interactions and resolve inquiries efficiently.
  • Trained new team members on best practices for service support and systems usage.
  • Improved workflow processes to streamline service operations and reduce response times.
  • Analyzed customer feedback to identify trends and implement service improvements.
  • Collaborated with service technicians to ensure timely completion of repairs and maintenance.
  • Developed training materials for staff on product knowledge and customer engagement strategies.
  • Assisted in resolving customer issues by competently responding to both internal and external customer requests.
  • Provided exceptional service with knowledge of products and services.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by efficiently addressing and resolving service inquiries.
  • Reduced no-show rates by diligently confirming appointments via phone or email reminders.
  • Provided support to other BDC representatives during peak hours, maintaining high levels of productivity and customer satisfaction.
  • Developed strategies for outbound call campaigns, resulting in increased bookings for service appointments.
  • Achieved high level of customer service by assisting customers and assessing needs.
  • Enhanced cross-functional collaboration by serving as a liaison between the sales department and BDC operations.
  • Answered incoming customer calls to solve problems, enter orders and complete follow-up procedures.
  • Delivered product and service information to customers and identified upselling opportunities to maintain and increase income streams from customer relationships.

Travel Care Professional

Serco
Campbellsville, KY
04.2013 - 12.2013

Worked for American Express Call Center

Education

High School Diploma -

Russell County High
Russell Springs, KY

Master Of International Business Management - Business

Somerset Community College
Somerset, KY

Skills

  • Market analysis

Problem-solving

Customer relations

Multitasking and organization

Store operations

Customer service management

Training and mentoring

Store opening and closing

Team leadership

Friendly and positive

Outstanding communication skills

Team leadership and coaching

Inventory management

Store merchandising

Cash management

Retail inventory management

Shift scheduling

Employee training

Inventory control

Recruitment and hiring

POS systems

Goals and performance

Team building and leadership

Team motivation

Recruiting and hiring

Operations management

Leadership development

Supply ordering

Policies and procedures

Store displays

Staff management

Staff supervision

Sales expertise

Employee scheduling

Accurate cash handling

Work Planning and Prioritization

Opening and closing procedures

Documentation and reporting

Relationship building and management

Strategic thinker

Operations

Order management

Sales strategies

Team development

Retail sales techniques

Product merchandising

Payroll management

Sales professional

Customer response

Accurate money handling

Bank deposit procedures

Loss prevention

Operational efficiency

Inventory oversight

Loss prevention procedures

Bank and safe deposits

Retail merchandise quality standards

Strategic planning

Sales analysis

Performance reviews

Sales coaching

Maximizing profitability

Pricing strategies

Flexible schedule

Sales promotions

Leading staff meetings

Vendor management

Merchandise planning

Delegating work

Advertising and marketing

Personnel development

Project management

Marketing and promotions

Special events

Competitor monitoring

Operations oversight

Employee terminations

Talent recruitment

Culture development

Process improvements

Hourly shift management

Risk management

Promotional planning

Budget development

Database management

Systems and software expertise

Financial operations management

Security system monitoring

Revenue generation

Mathematical aptitude

Budget administration

Root-cause analysis

Partnership building

Program implementation

Report generation

Program administration

Verbal and written communication

Team building

Customer feedback analysis

Market analysis

Accomplishments

Sales is where I am most comfortable and been at the longest and leadership out of my many years of work experience. I am eager to learn new things and a very quick learner

Timeline

Store Manager

Russell Cellular Verizon Wireless
12.2021 - Current

District Sales Manager

Subway
10.2017 - 05.2019

BDC Service Representative

Spanos Motors
06.2015 - 02.2016

Travel Care Professional

Serco
04.2013 - 12.2013

Housekeeper

State Dock
05.2012 - 03.2017

Master Of International Business Management - Business

Somerset Community College

High School Diploma -

Russell County High