Christopher Lavoy
Kelseyville,CA
Summary
Dynamic retail professional with extensive experience at Hobby Lobby, excelling in operations management and team development. Proven track record in driving sales through effective inventory management and visual merchandising. Passionate about enhancing customer experience while maintaining operational compliance and fostering a high-performing team.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Assistant Store Manager
Hobby Lobby
Ukiah, California
01.2025 - Current
- Supported daily operations of high-volume retail store, driving sales performance and enhancing operational efficiency.
- Support daily operations of a high-volume retail store while driving sales performance and operational efficiency.
- Executed merchandising strategies and organized inventory to maximize product visibility and increase sales.
- Assisted with hiring, onboarding, and scheduling to develop staff and maintain a high-performing team.
- Maintain inventory accuracy and enforce loss prevention and company operational policies.
Assistant Store Manager
Tractor Supply Company
Clearlake, California
01.2024 - 01.2025
- Supported daily retail operations by coordinating merchandising, managing inventory control, overseeing cash management, and enhancing customer service.
- Implemented seasonal merchandising strategies to improve product visibility and store performance.
- Ensured inventory accuracy through regular cycle counts and effective stock organization.
- Maintained accurate inventory through cycle counts and stock organization.
- Provided specialized customer support across departments, enhancing service experience in farm supplies, tools, outdoor equipment, and pet care.
Property Manager
Public Storage
Santa Clarita, California
01.2016 - 01.2023
- Managed operations for self-storage facilities, overseeing rentals, payments, customer accounts, and property maintenance to enhance customer satisfaction.
- Coordinated coverage across multiple property locations to ensure seamless operations and prompt customer support.
- Trained newly hired property managers on company systems, operational procedures, and sales strategies.
- Conducted property inspections and maintained facility safety, cleanliness, and operational compliance.
- Facilitated occupancy growth through effective customer service, streamlined rental agreements, and proactive account management.
Education
High School Diploma -
Kettle Moraine High School
Wales, WisconsinAssociate Degree Studies -
Los Angeles Valley College
North Hollywood, CaliforniaSkills
- Retail Sales Strategy
- Customer Experience
- Operations Management
- Inventory Management
- Loss Prevention
- Operational Compliance
- Vendor Management
- Team Development
- Staff Training
- Workforce Scheduling
- Visual Merchandising
Timeline
Senior Assistant Store Manager
Hobby Lobby
01.2025 - Current
Assistant Store Manager
Tractor Supply Company
01.2024 - 01.2025
Property Manager
Public Storage
01.2016 - 01.2023
High School Diploma -
Kettle Moraine High School
Associate Degree Studies -
Los Angeles Valley College