Driven Retail Manager with more than ten years of experience overseeing talented teams while guiding staff for superior customer interactions. Talented at leading daily activities and enhancing store atmospheres. Successful background resolving routine and unique issues to drive continued revenue growth and increase customer loyalty.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales Manager
Aarons
09.2023 - Current
Handled customer relations issues, enabling quick resolution, and client satisfaction.
Increased sales revenue by developing and implementing effective sales strategies.
Built long-lasting client relationships through excellent customer service and consistent followups.
Organized regular sales meetings to review progress, share best practices, and set achievable targets for continued success.
Coached employees in successful selling methods and encouraged cross-selling to drive revenue.
Maintained relationships with customers and found new ones by identifying needs and offering appropriate services.
Customer Accounts Manager
Aarons
04.2023 - 09.2023
Collaborated with other departments to ensure smooth delivery of services to customers
Leveraged analytics tools to track key metrics such as conversion rates, average order values
Developed strategies for improving customer loyalty programs and rewards systems
Ensured compliance with industry regulations when dealing with sensitive customer information
Provided personalized solutions to customers based on individual requirements
Coordinated with operations teams to ensure orders were delivered on time and within budget
Built strong relationships with clients by providing reliable, timely service
Developed deep understanding of customer needs and expectations through regular communication
Demonstrated excellent problem-solving skills in resolving customer complaints promptly and efficiently
Maintained accurate records of all transactions in the company's database system
Monitored competitor activities to stay ahead of the competition
Identified opportunities for cross-selling additional products or services to existing customers.
General Laborer Carpenter
Don Robbins Construction
05.2019 - 03.2023
Used hand tools, portable power tools and standard measuring instruments to complete daily tasks
Cut materials to specified sizes for installation with power saws and tile cutters
Constructed, installed and repaired cabinets, shelves, flooring, doors and window frames
Cleaned and maintained shop areas to reduce hazards
Inspected work to verify quality and conformance to specifications
Planned projects by identifying necessary equipment, tools needed and required assistance
Communicated with teammates and supervisors frequently to understand requirements and complete projects on time
Anchored and braced forms and other structures in place using nails, bolts, anchor rods, steel cables, planks, wedges and timbers.
Store Leader
Maurices
10.2013 - 05.2019
Trained and mentored associates to teach daily tasks and procedures
Balanced sales, reconciled cash and made bank deposits to facilitate opening and closing duties
Built customer confidence by actively listening to concerns and complaints and quickly resolving issues
Updated and maintained store signage and displays
Strengthened work flow productivity by hiring, managing and developing top talent
Evaluated store performance and incorporated feedback to implement improvement plans
Answered product questions with up-to-date knowledge of sales and promotions
Preserved product quality by maintaining stockrooms and disposing of damaged items
Built relationships with key customers and stakeholders to grow business networks and locate new opportunities
Completed thorough opening, closing and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day
Monitored employee performance and identified performance gaps for corrective action
Prepared weekly schedules to verify proper floor coverage within fiscal guidelines
Enhanced customer satisfaction and store operations through relationship building and daily problem-solving
Delivered excellent customer service and adhered to standard practices to maximize sales and minimize shrinkage
Oversaw inventory management through cycle counts, audits and shrinkage control.
Style Advisor
Dressbarn
07.2009 - 10.2013
Performed register transactions quickly and efficiently and operated computerized order and inventory management system to locate and deliver customer product and size selection
Showcased store merchandise and helped keep store running seamlessly by enthusiastically presenting and selling products and by communicating feedback and ideas for improvement
Anticipated client needs, delivered tasteful and helpful advice, introduced suitable accessories and communicated current marketing and promotional initiatives and markdowns
Created exceptional experiences for clients, built long-term relationships and helped clients find perfect style solutions to fit individual fashion needs while maximizing sales volume
Monitored fitting rooms and stockroom, keeping areas clean, neat and organized
Helped brand awareness by assisting in merchandising and handling display setups
Greeted each client and asked questions to determine fashion needs
Developed long-lasting relationships with clients through one-on-one store interactions
Brainstormed with other stylists to determine how to incorporate exciting new trends into development of showroom displays
Worked two fashion show productions and set up model castings.
Sales Associate
Bath and Body Works, Limited Brands
11.2006 - 01.2009
Helped customers find specific products, answered questions and offered product advice
Answered incoming telephone calls to provide store, products and services information
Completed daily recovery tasks to keep areas clean and neat for maximum productivity
Collected payments and provided accurate change
Worked with fellow sales team members to achieve group targets
Answered product questions with up-to-date knowledge of sales and promotions
Developed trusting relationships with customers by making personal connections
Arranged new merchandise with signage and appealing displays to encourage customer sales and move overstock items
Assessed customer needs to provide assistance and information on product features
Built and maintained relationships with peers and upper management to drive team success
Maintained knowledge of current promotions, exchange guidelines, payment policies and security practices
Received and displayed product shipments on store retail shelves upon delivery
Increased purchase amounts by cross-selling with similar products.