Overview
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Education
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CRISTINA M BOLYARD

Morgantown

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant Vice President/Branch Manager

Truist Bank
08.2024 - Current
  • Collaborated with senior leadership to develop innovative products and services tailored to the local market''s needs.
  • Coordinated cross-functional efforts between departments, ensuring seamless communication for efficient daily operations.
  • Increased loan portfolio growth by identifying new business opportunities and building strong customer relationships.
  • Conducted thorough audits of branch operations to identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions accordingly.

Store Manager

Signet Jewelers
10.2006 - 08.2024
  • Direct the daily operation of assigned Store to achieve sales and profit through leadership and training in accordance with Company standards, policies, systems, and procedures
  • Achieves profit goals as determined by the Company by controlling markdowns, expenses, payroll and Design & Service Center utilization
  • Overseesthe sales floor, office and inventory functions
  • Reviews and signs off on all documents and reports being utilized by these areas
  • This includes, but is not limited to, Merchandise Piece Counts, Deposits and call logs
  • Monitors the saleability of the merchandise (i.e
  • Ticketed properly, clean and properly displayed)
  • Maintains a high level of security as defined in the Loss Prevention Security Manual at all times
  • Effectively delegates assignments and responsibilities to Team Members and closely supervises their completion
  • Provides assistance and training as necessary
  • Advises District Manager of merchandise requirements and excesses
  • Compiles and follows up on Guest requests
  • Also advises management of practices and activities of competitive companies
  • Responds promptly and accurately to all management directives, requests for merchandise transfers, inventories and requests for information
  • Strictly adheres to Company guidelines pertaining to discount policies
  • Follows Company guidelines regarding window and showcase displays as outlined in the Visual Selling System and Promotion Books/Sign Changes
  • Advises management of Guest comments and responses to advertising programs
  • Makes certain all credit applications are verified and that credit guidelines and policies are adhered to
  • Keeps management informed of the marketing, merchandising and credit programs of competitors within the area
  • Maintains high level of Guest service and followup while utilizing Clienteling
  • Coordinates Guest calling efforts by Store Team Members adhering to corporate policies
  • Follows and enforces the Signet Social Media Policy

Store manager

Claire's Stores Inc
05.1997 - 10.2006
  • Responsibilities included were:
  • Sales and profit: achieving store targets through driving sales
  • Customer service: delivering the finest level of customer service
  • Store operations: keeping the store running smoothly
  • Commerciality: Ensuring the store is well merchandised and commercially correct
  • Team leadership: recruiting, training, managing and providing direction and development to ensure the team is challenged and achieving results
  • Ear piercing

Sales Associate

Sears
06.1996 - 09.1999

Education

Fairmont State College - Psychology/ Criminal Justice

Fairmont State College
Fairmont, WV
05.2002

High school or equivalent - General

Robert C Byrd High School
Clarksburg, WV
05.1997

Skills

  • Certified Diamontologist
  • Certified Gemologist
  • Sales Team Leadership
  • Operations management
  • Committed to Continuous Learning
  • Collaborative Teamwork
  • Service Excellence
  • Strategic Issue Resolution
  • Effective Time Management
  • Attention to detail
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Proficient in Handling Multiple Priorities
  • Reliability
  • Strong Communication Skills
  • Organizational skills
  • Effective communication
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Decision-making
  • Team building leadership
  • Planning and coordination
  • Relationship building and management
  • Customer relationship development
  • Team management
  • Cash handling expertise
  • Task prioritization
  • Financial analysis and reporting
  • Self motivation
  • Profitability improvement
  • Client relationship management
  • Conflict resolution
  • Recruitment and hiring
  • Goal setting
  • Professionalism
  • Staff management

Timeline

Assistant Vice President/Branch Manager

Truist Bank
08.2024 - Current

Store Manager

Signet Jewelers
10.2006 - 08.2024

Store manager

Claire's Stores Inc
05.1997 - 10.2006

Sales Associate

Sears
06.1996 - 09.1999

Fairmont State College - Psychology/ Criminal Justice

Fairmont State College

High school or equivalent - General

Robert C Byrd High School
CRISTINA M BOLYARD