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Bernadette Lucius

JAMAICA,NY

Summary

Results-driven leader with 12+ years of success in retail management, sales operations, and customer experience. Proven ability to lead high-performing teams, drive multimillion-dollar sales, and implement strategic operational improvements. Recognized for excellence in staff development, P&L management, and delivering exceptional customer satisfaction. Passionate about aligning teams to company culture, driving growth, and exceeding performance goals.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Manager

Apple
04.2024 - 08.2025
  • Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
  • Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
  • Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
  • Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.

Manager

Burlington
04.2018 - 04.2024

• Managed $30M store with 300 employees, overseeing full store operations and customer experience.
• Exceeded corporate goals by developing staff and implementing operational improvements.
• Controlled payroll and staffing budgets to ensure labor efficiency.
• Recognized as Store Manager of the Year in 2020 for outstanding performance.
• Championed culture and values to deliver world-class shopping experience.

Merchandising Specialist

Burlington
08.2015 - 04.2018
  • Implemented planogram updates, ensuring products were displayed according to company guidelines for maximum exposure.
  • Arranged merchandise in alignment with store planogram.
  • Reduced shrinkage rates by conducting thorough inventory checks and addressing discrepancies promptly.
  • Assembled quarter and full-size point of purchase promotional displays.

Merchandise Manager

Macys Department Store
05.2013 - 08.2015
  • Boosted sales performance by effectively managing merchandise assortments and inventory levels.
  • Motivated and mentored merchandise team to achieve high performance and job satisfaction.
  • Enhanced visual presentation of products, driving customer engagement and boosting sales conversion rates.
  • Monitored inventory levels and made necessary adjustments to maximize sales and profits.

Education

No Degree -

University Of Guyana
Georgetown Guyana, South America

Berbice Educational Institute
Guyana, South America

Skills

  • Retail management
  • Decision-making
  • Customer service
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Complex Problem-solving

Timeline

Manager

Apple
04.2024 - 08.2025

Manager

Burlington
04.2018 - 04.2024

Merchandising Specialist

Burlington
08.2015 - 04.2018

Merchandise Manager

Macys Department Store
05.2013 - 08.2015

No Degree -

University Of Guyana

Berbice Educational Institute