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Darlis Ventura

Stony Point,NY

Summary

Motivated Store Manager with a proven track record at Forever 21, excelling in customer experience and inventory management. Recognized for enhancing sales performance through strategic team leadership and operational improvements. Committed to fostering a collaborative environment while driving productivity and achieving high customer satisfaction.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Store Manager

Forever 21
Central Valley, NY
11.2023 - Current
  • Generated sales volume of $4 million while overseeing 8,000 sq. ft. store and 25 staff members.
  • Served as District LP Captain, partnering with Store Managers in the Focus Program, and assisting with LP audits and loss prevention strategies.
  • Prepared weekly schedules to verify proper floor coverage within fiscal guidelines.
  • Monitored individual LOD performance and provided coaching to enhance KPI metrics through weekly performance recaps.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction and store operations through relationship building and daily problem-solving.
  • Oversaw inventory management through audits and shrinkage control.
  • Managed the stock team by UPH to maximize productivity.

Assistant Manager of Operations

Forever 21
Central Valley, NY
08.2021 - 11.2023
  • Developed and implemented operational strategies to improve sales performance and customer satisfaction.
  • Established new SOP standards for the back of house, hiring procedures, and directed the rollout process.
  • Monitored employee attendance records, timekeeping, and payroll information.
  • Managed supply ordering and product organization for the Back of House to enhance workflow efficiency.

Assistant Manager of Operations

Forever 21
West Nyack, NY
08.2018 - 08.2021
  • Conducted daily touch-bases as LOD with staff members to determine focus areas, review policy changes, and foster positive communication to meet targeted $6 million in sales.
  • Provided guidance and support to store teams on operational issues such as product knowledge, customer service standards, stock replenishment.
  • Assisted with interviewing and hiring employee team members with appropriate skills to maintain the required 50+ staff members.
  • Trained and coached staff on credit and email capture for our Rewards/Loyalty program.

Assistant Manager

Forever 21
The Bronx, NY
11.2017 - 08.2018
  • Collaborated with management on developing strategic plans for achieving business goals to hit the targeted $5 million in sales.
  • Mediated conflicts between employees and facilitated effective resolutions to disputes.
  • Coordinated with other departments to ensure smooth flow of operations.

Education

Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA

Skills

  • Customer Experience
  • Visual Merchandising
  • Inventory Management
  • Sales Performance
  • Operations Management
  • Team Leadership & Development

Languages

English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Professional

Timeline

Store Manager

Forever 21
11.2023 - Current

Assistant Manager of Operations

Forever 21
08.2021 - 11.2023

Assistant Manager of Operations

Forever 21
08.2018 - 08.2021

Assistant Manager

Forever 21
11.2017 - 08.2018

Liberty University
Darlis Ventura