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Clinique Willett

Hammond,IN

Summary

Results-driven District Leader and Training Manager with a proven track record of operational excellence. Ranked #1 in the region for shrink reduction and #1 in the district for sales performance within the assigned band. Recognized as a traveling subject matter expert (SME) for cross-state leadership development, successfully promoting 8 direct reports to Store Manager roles within the last 24 months.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Store Manager

Dd’s Discount
Bolingbrook, IL
11.2023 - Current
  • Team Leadership & Development: Recruit, hire, train, and coach Assistant Managers, Area Supervisors, and Associates, fostering a supportive work environment.
  • Merchandising & Inventory: Adhere to company merchandising philosophies for "treasure hunt" shopping, maintaining organized, fully stocked displays.
  • Operational Excellence: Execute daily operations, including inventory control, supply chain management, and ensuring compliance with safety and company policies.
  • Financial Performance: Drive sales and maximize profit by managing payroll hours, controlling expenses, and reducing inventory shrink.
  • Customer Experience: Deliver excellent customer service and promptly resolve customer service inquiries or issues.
  • Communication: Interface with District, Regional, and Corporate personnel regarding sales metrics and operational improvements.Indeed +4

Working Conditions

  • Dynamic Pace: A high-pressure, fast-paced setting focused on moving a high volume of goods.
  • Time Demands: Requires flexibility for weekend and evening work, often with on-call duties to address store issues.Indeed +1

Key Competencies

  • Leadership: Strong leadership, coaching, and team-building skills.
  • Business Acumen: Ability to analyze data and financial metrics, such as payroll and sales figures.
  • Organization: Strong organizational skills to manage store logistics and scheduling.

Corporate Home Office

Walmart
Crestwood, IL
09.2007 - 11.2022
  • Corporate & Merchandising: Strategizing product assortments, managing supplier relationships, and analyzing market trends.
  • Finance & Accounting: Managing corporate financial performance, budgeting, and auditing compliance.
  • Technology & Digital Support: Developing software, managing e-commerce platforms, and enhancing robotics.
  • Human Resources: Supporting talent acquisition, training, and employee welfare.
  • Administrative/Clerical: Managing documentation, data entry, report generation, and executive support.

Role Requirements & Culture:

  • Remote/Virtual Collaboration: Use of technology tools to coordinate across departments, especially in work-from-home roles.
  • Core Values: Focus on service, excellence, and integrity in supporting retail and Sam's Club locations.
  • Efficiency & Detail: High focus on accuracy in reporting and inventory management.

Education

High School Diploma -

William Rainey Harper College
Palatine, IL
06.2000

Skills

  • Recruiting
  • Merchandising
  • Time management
  • Performance management
  • Strategic planning
  • Maintenance
  • Leadership
  • Sales
  • Workers' compensation
  • Benefits administration
  • Employee orientation
  • Accounts payable
  • Customer service
  • Change management
  • Human resources
  • Store management
  • Warehouse experience
  • Human resources management
  • Security
  • Research
  • Conflict management
  • Mentoring
  • Accounting
  • Retail management
  • Employee evaluation
  • Clerical experience
  • Talent acquisition
  • Organizational skills
  • Microsoft Office
  • Cashiering
  • Communication skills
  • Cash handling
  • Driving
  • Stocking
  • Food preparation
  • Administrative experience
  • Management
  • Payroll
  • HR Sourcing
  • Kronos
  • PeopleSoft
  • Computer Networking
  • Office Management
  • ATS

Certification

  • Food Handler Certification
  • August 2008

Timeline

Store Manager

Dd’s Discount
11.2023 - Current

Corporate Home Office

Walmart
09.2007 - 11.2022

High School Diploma -

William Rainey Harper College