Results-driven Manager boosts business success with continuous process improvements. Industry-savvy leader with proven skills in managing and motivating to keep customers satisfied by empowering employees with knowledge and skills to meet needs and deliver exceptional service. As well implements groundbreaking new strategies to increase brand awareness and maximize customer loyalty.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Store Manager Mentor
Mapco Express / Majors
Clarksville, TN
01.2020 - 05.2024
Promoted team-oriented culture with common sales, service and productivity goals
Delegated assignments to meet coverage needs and maintain store standards
Set performance expectations for employees and implemented improvement plans to reach targets
Analyzed store reports to evaluate performance, increase sales, and reduce controllable expenses
Monitored store inventory levels and ordered new equipment to prevent shortages
Established customer relationships to generate more business, maintain store profitability and expand brand loyalty
Directed and maintained store merchandising standards to present organized and engaging in-store experience
Recruited, interviewed and hired new employees based on strengths, preparedness and work experience
Prepared reports detailing item quantities, employee productivity and sales trends and presented findings to supervisors
Interacted with customers on sales floor to build rapport and offer product expertise
Developed employee strengths to improve engagement and remain competitive.
Store Manager
Beach Oil Company
Clarksville, TN
08.2016 - 11.2019
Promoted team-oriented culture with common sales, service and productivity goals
Delegated assignments to meet coverage needs and maintain store standards
Set performance expectations for employees and implemented improvement plans to reach targets
Analyzed store reports to evaluate performance, increase sales, and reduce controllable expenses
Established customer relationships to generate more business, maintain store profitability and expand brand loyalty
Monitored store inventory levels and ordered new equipment to prevent shortages
Interacted with customers on sales floor to build rapport and offer product expertise
Prepared reports detailing item quantities, employee productivity and sales trends and presented findings to supervisors
Developed employee strengths to improve engagement and remain competitive
Directed and maintained store merchandising standards to present organized and engaging in-store experience
Facilitated stocking and storage of merchandise by following defined company work processes
Implemented loss prevention strategies to reduce shrinkage and control theft
Directed customers to appropriate aisle locations and answered questions regarding product uses
Resolved problems, provided open communication and recommended discipline and terminations
Supported HR initiatives by connecting with employees and actioning staff feedback
Recommended and implemented procedural changes to enhance services for customers
Scheduled shifts to minimize labor costs and drive productivity
Analyzed and optimized sales, marketing and promotional strategies using industry expertise
Oversaw daily operations with practiced eye, focusing on efficiency, team collaboration and process improvements.
Assistant Banquet & Events Manager
Convention Center Of Hopkinsville
Hopkinsville, KY
01.2006 - 12.2017
Recruited and hired event staff and coordinated staff scheduling for ample event coverage
Tracked invoices and expenses and reconciled purchases with event-related budgets
Liaised between clients and vendors to facilitate correct products and services for event success
Evaluated event success and continuously implemented logistical changes to streamline and optimize event experiences
Conducted post-event follow-up to determine guest satisfaction
Arranged event staff wardrobe and uniforms, verifying adherence to dress code
Liaised with kitchen staff on delivery, timing and service style of food for event
Prepared menus based on inventory and food supplies
Planned and coordinated food service for meetings and catered events
Rotated products using FIFO principles and maintained safe storage practices to avoid spoilage
Coordinated workflows to optimize kitchen performance and delegated tasks in alignment with staff skills
Diversified food offerings by location and season to continuously attract new customers
Managed food and supply inventory to keep adequate levels and reduce waste
Supervised food service workers to keep kitchen moving and provide quality service
Allocated staff and supplies to meet expected demand
Retained detailed records of hours worked by employees for bookkeeping purposes
Interviewed job applicants, processed new hire paperwork and provided on-the-job training
Tested food to verify conformance to quality and recipe standards
Enforced compliance with OSHA, health department, and PPE requirements.
Education
MBA - Business Administration And Management
University of Alabama
05.2004
Bachelor of Science - Mathematics And Computer Science
Werk Für Fernsehelectronic
07.1991
High School Diploma -
Gustav Schiefelbein
06.1986
Skills
Program administration
Advertising and marketing
Peer counseling
Store operations oversight
Transition management
Relationship building
Care team collaboration
Goal planning
Inventory control
Budgeting and cost control
Customer service management
Loss prevention
Scheduling
Employee training
Staff management
Retail Inventory Management
Risk Management
Budget Administration
Training and mentoring
POS Systems
Store Merchandising
Certification
ServSafe certified
Designated Manager permit for the, Tennessee state government
Timeline
Store Manager Mentor
Mapco Express / Majors
01.2020 - 05.2024
Store Manager
Beach Oil Company
08.2016 - 11.2019
Assistant Banquet & Events Manager
Convention Center Of Hopkinsville
01.2006 - 12.2017
MBA - Business Administration And Management
University of Alabama
Bachelor of Science - Mathematics And Computer Science