Drives improvements with forward-thinking approaches focused on capturing opportunities and promoting growth. Tenacious change manager and solution-oriented manager with successful retail/ training background. Leverages decisive leadership approaches to continuously boost key metrics. Creative problem solver skilled at de-escalating situations and driving positive change. Successful in leading every facet of new and ongoing business operations. Strategic thinker and tactical decision-maker with passion for serving customers and exceeding expectations.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Store Manager/Corporate
Dicks Sporting Goods
Boynton Beach, FL
04.2010 - Current
CSC training facilitator South East Florida
Regional OBM- Facilitate on-boarding for all Managers and Leadership throughout the district including self-paced CORE
Organizational partner for business intelligence team to enhance Business reporting system for practical field applications
Field trainer for T&D department for essential tool screening to better align corporate LMS for in-store applications to enhance athlete experience.
P&L Monthly Recaps to maximize contribution by connect data points from our athletes’ opinion surveys
Lost Prevention- facilitates corporate directives regarding SOP updates, SBP directives and MES standards to deliver s
Set, enforced and optimized internal policies to maintain responsiveness to demands.
Leverage organizational tools to further drive athlete obsession through weekly store leadership counsels to create an eco system of development
Coached sales associates in product specifications, sales incentives and selling techniques, significantly increasing customer satisfaction ratings.
Met deadlines by proactively managing individual and team tasks and streamlining processes.
Located, developed and promoted talented employees to cultivate collaborative and hardworking leadership team.
Improved operational standards, personnel moves, and merchandising strategies.
Drove team success through shared vision and recognition of quality performance.
Store Manager, Sterling VA
Staples Stores Inc
Sterling, VA
08.2006 - 04.2010
Reviewed and monitored scheduling, purchases and other expenses to maintain quarterly budget.
Protected store from loss or theft by setting and enforcing clear security policies.
Set effective store schedules based on forecasted customer levels, individual employee knowledge and service requirements.
Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
Adjusted job assignments and schedules to keep pace with dynamic business needs, factoring in processes, employee knowledge and customer demands.
Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development.
Onboarded new employees with training and new hire documentation.
Upheld and communicated store programs and standards to employees for optimal quality, freshness, safety and cleanliness.
Developed new store location from ground up by hiring and training efficient team.
Reviewed performance data to monitor and measure productivity, goal progress and activity levels.
Assistant Store Manager
Spring
, MD
11.2005 - 08.2006
Sales & Customer Service Management
Ensure compliance and execution of Company customer service standards and training of all associates in customer service and sales
Interact with customers to ensure customer satisfaction
Accountable for increasing sales units per transaction, in designated departments, train associates on how to choose key items that will drive your business
Ensure all customer special orders are in compliance and followed up on
Merchandising/Inventory & Floor Management
Review PO notes and inbound notes to ensure productivity when freight is being put away, and back stocked
Ensure all rotations are in compliance and accurate and grid presentations are consistent with standards
Analyze and communicate out of stock issues
Suggested ordering, ordering key items
Diagnose various store reports to ensure the merchandise assortment is appropriate and advertised merchandise is in stock
Responded to customer concerns, working with manager to significantly raise customer satisfaction ratings.
Supervised and evaluated staff, enabling them to improve skills, achieve daily objectives and attain advancement.
Interviewed, hired and trained staff associates and equipped to comply with company policies and procedures.
Coached sales associates in product specifications, sales incentives and selling techniques, significantly increasing customer satisfaction ratings.
Promoted professional growth and facilitated talent development of each associate to drive performance excellence.
Asset Manager
Fannie Mae
Reston, VA
10.2004 - 11.2005
Kept detailed track of asset maintenance and potential future costs to accurately portray data and advise clients.
Reviewed contract reports, bid proposals and requirements with senior management for accuracy and processing.
Participated in asset analysis, appraisals, rehabilitations and sales of foreclosed properties.
Closely collaborated with project members to identify and quickly address problems.
Guided organizational technology strategy and roadmaps.
Adjusted project plans to account for dynamic targets, staffing changes and operational specifications.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Business
University of Maryland-University College
Rockville Maryland
05.2006
Associate of Arts - Business Communications
Montgomery College
Rockville, MD
05.2004
Skills
Supplier Monitoring
Originality and Creativity
Finance and Accounting Oversight
Sales Promotion
Department Oversight
Time Management
Shift Scheduling
Corrective Actions
Focus and Follow-Through
Problem Anticipation and Resolution
Improvement Plans
Recruiting and Hiring
Human Resources Oversight
Customer Service
Business Leadership
Accomplishments
Process Improvement - Achieved revenue objective by implementing cost-cutting measures.
Sales and Promotion - Achieved status as one of the top 5 store sales performers in the region and top 100 in the organization. Assisted in planning and executing
Eco-System of learning and developmental growth that provides organizational talent.