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Catherine Creek

City of Los Angeles,CA

Summary

Enterprising store manager 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. Creative problem solver skilled at de-escalating situations and driving positive change.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Store Manager

Sprout San Francisco
09.2019 - Current
  • Managed inventory control, cash control and store opening and closing procedures.
  • Developed new store location from ground up by hiring and training efficient team.
  • Managed store employees successfully in fast-paced environment through proactive communication and positive feedback.
  • Completed point of sale opening and closing procedures.
  • Maximized sales and minimized shrinkage through excellent customer service and adherence to standard practices.
  • Rotated merchandise and displays to feature new products and promotions did all store and window displays.

Assistant Store Manager

Peek Kids
02.2018 - 04.2019
  • Maintained positive customer relationships by responding quickly to customer service inquiries.
  • Managed opening and closing procedures and recommended changes to enhance efficiency of daily activities.
  • 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.
  • Rotated merchandise and displays to feature new products and promotions.
  • 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.

Regional Brand Manager

Bony Levy Jewelry
10.2018 - 12.2018
  • Planned, implemented and tracked sales and marketing strategies to promote brand products.
  • Coordinated innovative strategies to accomplish marketing objectives and boost long-term profitability.
  • Conceptualized brand identity and developed unique accompanying graphic style and tone for use in communications.
  • Organized and delivered training sessions to salespeople for new product content and technological advancements.

Assistant Manager

Nordstrom
10.2000 - 02.2018
  • Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy and reducing discrepancies.
  • Helped with planning schedules and delegating assignments to meet coverage and service demands.
  • Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
  • Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies and forecast future needs.
  • Generated repeat business through exceptional customer service and responded to customer concerns with friendly and knowledgeable service.
  • Developed loyal and highly satisfied customer base through proactive management of team customer service strategies.
  • Monitored security and handled incidents calmly.

Education

No Degree - Business

University of Hartford
West Hartford, CT

High School Diploma -

North Central High School
Indianapolis, IN
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Skills

  • Time Management
  • Multitasking and Organization
  • Store Merchandising
  • Customer Service
  • Business Leadership
  • Problem Anticipation and Resolution
  • Management Training
  • Sales Strategies
  • Team Development
  • Program Optimization
  • Cash Management

Timeline

Store Manager

Sprout San Francisco
09.2019 - Current

Regional Brand Manager

Bony Levy Jewelry
10.2018 - 12.2018

Assistant Store Manager

Peek Kids
02.2018 - 04.2019

Assistant Manager

Nordstrom
10.2000 - 02.2018

No Degree - Business

University of Hartford

High School Diploma -

North Central High School
Catherine Creek