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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
Elmhurst, NY
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
Valley Stream, NY
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
Hunt Valley, MD
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
Garden City, NY
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