Ashley Vaughn
Lockport,NY
Summary
Experienced District Training Store Manager skilled in employee coaching and performance evaluation. Committed to leveraging problem-solving abilities and attention to detail to enhance store operations and customer satisfaction.
Strong leader dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Rapidly advances from entry level Store Manager to District Training Manager in just 1 year of employment. Recognized for unique training and a consistent workflow resulting in bringing a high shrink establishment from losing 7.2% to 3.6% within 1 year. Career-driven and highly focused on building a amazing future.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
District Training Store Manager
Dollar General
Niagara Falls, NY
03.2022 - 02.2025
- Trained store personnel on operational procedures and customer service standards.
- Developed and implemented training programs to enhance employee performance and engagement.
- Monitored inventory management processes to optimize stock levels and reduce shrinkage.
- Coordinated onboarding processes for new hires, ensuring compliance with company policies.
- Evaluated employee performance through regular feedback sessions, promoting continuous improvement.
- Mentored and developed future leaders within the company through targeted coaching sessions, fostering career advancement opportunities.
- Ensured compliance with company policies and procedures through thorough training of staff members at each location in the district.
- Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
- Opened and closed location and monitored shift changes to uphold successful operations strategies and maximize business success.
- Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
- Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
- Successfully managed budgets and allocated resources to maximize productivity and profitability.
- Leveraged data and analytics to make informed decisions and drive business improvements.
Prepared Foods Team Leader
Tops Friendly Markets
Niagara Falls, NY
08.2019 - 10.2021
- Oversaw daily operations of prepared foods department, ensuring quality and freshness standards were met.
- Trained and mentored team members on food safety practices and product preparation techniques.
- Developed and implemented inventory management processes to minimize waste and optimize stock levels.
- Collaborated with vendors to source high-quality ingredients, enhancing product offerings and customer satisfaction.
- Monitored sales performance and adjusted merchandising strategies to maximize revenue opportunities.
- Scheduling.
- 380 Reports, Shrink Reports.
- Ordering Inventory for Deli, Carry Out Cafe and Bakery.
Office Manager
K&C's Creative Landscaping
Youngstown, NY
04.2014 - 11.2020
- Managed scheduling and resource allocation for landscaping projects, ensuring timely execution.
- Coordinated communication between clients and field team to maintain project clarity and satisfaction.
- Implemented document management systems to improve record-keeping accuracy and accessibility.
- Provided exceptional customer service when addressing client inquiries or concerns via phone calls or email correspondence.
- Billing
- Payroll
Education
High School Diploma -
Prattville High School
Prattville, AL06-2006
Skills
- Store operations
- Employee relations
- Budget planning
- Coaching and mentoring
- Sales training
- Positive attitude
- Teamwork
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Multitasking
- Scheduling and coordinating
Timeline
District Training Store Manager
Dollar General
03.2022 - 02.2025
Prepared Foods Team Leader
Tops Friendly Markets
08.2019 - 10.2021
Office Manager
K&C's Creative Landscaping
04.2014 - 11.2020
High School Diploma -
Prattville High School