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Caroline Cucuel

Caroline Cucuel

Wilmington,NC

Summary

Encouraging manager and analytical problem-solver with talents for team building, leading and motivating, as well as excellent customer relations aptitude and relationship-building skills. Over 5 years in HR which included policy writing, conflict resolution and payroll. Proficient in using independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Dedicated to applying training, monitoring and morale-building abilities to enhance employee engagement and boost performance.

Overview

34
34
years of professional experience

Work History

Keyholder/Associate Manager

Lilly Pulitzer
12.2019 - Current
  • Built and cultivated lasting relationships with client that resulted in record net sales
  • Recruited, interviewed,hired, trained and developed A+ talent with amazing retention
  • Tracked, analyzed and reported store sales performance metrics to store manager.
  • Assisted in managing and controlling schedules
  • Recognized for cultivating outreach projects and events
  • Managed and controlled operating profit for 3 consecutive years
  • Transitioned individually owned store into Lilly Pulitzer corporate store and had highest KPI’s in our district
  • Proficient in Excel and implemented tracking strategies to better enhance business
  • Implemented multiple strategies to enhance operational procedures
  • Safeguarded assets in store in its entirety.

Assistant Manager

Ocean Palm
01.2017 - 01.2018
  • Resume review, selection, hiring, and onboarding new employees to maintain adequate staffing levels
  • Helped with planning schedules and delegating assignments to meet coverage and service demands.
  • Developed loyal and highly satisfied customer base through proactive management of team customer service strategies.
  • Conducted employee performance evaluations, providing constructive feedback for growth and development
  • General management and operations
  • Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
  • Mentored team members to enhance professional development and accountability in workplace.

Vice President

Equidata
01.1990 - 01.1997
  • Championed talent development programs, promoting employee engagement and retention while enhancing overall workforce capabilities.
  • Collaborated with senior management to develop strategic initiatives and long term goals to increase sales by 10%.
  • Led cross-functional teams for successful completion of major projects, resulting in increased efficiency and client satisfaction.
  • Spearheaded organizational restructuring initiatives, streamlining operations and reducing overhead costs.
  • Hired and managed employees to maximize productivity

while training staff on best practices and protocols.

  • Maintained payroll information by calculating, collecting, and entering data, while maintaining confidentiality.

Education

M.B.A. - Business Management

James Madison University
Harrisonburg
01.1990

Bachelor of Science - Fashion Merchandising

James Madison University
Harrisonburg, VA
01.1988

Skills

  • Microsoft Office
  • Desktop Publishing
  • Salesforce and Workday
  • Staff Oversight
  • Training and Mentoring
  • Sales & Service
  • Organize & Prioritize
  • Team Member Development
  • Problem Solving
  • Detail Oriented
  • Sales Coaching
  • Performance Monitoring
  • Staff Training
  • Store Operations

Leadership Experience

  • Leadership Institute, 1993
  • Walsingham Academy Yearbook Editor and Auction co-chair, 2007-2013
  • Daughters of the American Revolution, 2014-Present
  • President of Children of the American Revolution, 2014-2017

Timeline

Keyholder/Associate Manager

Lilly Pulitzer
12.2019 - Current

Assistant Manager

Ocean Palm
01.2017 - 01.2018

Vice President

Equidata
01.1990 - 01.1997

M.B.A. - Business Management

James Madison University

Bachelor of Science - Fashion Merchandising

James Madison University
Caroline Cucuel