Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Significantaccomplishments
Timeline
StoreManager
David Wickman

David Wickman

Merchandise Manager
Livonia,MI

Summary

Customer focused and results oriented retail professional with 15 years of working experience in management and business administration in sales and customer service. Offer valuable blend of business ownership and extensive hands-on managerial experience supported by high profit results, efficient operations as well as successful analytical and strategy planning work. Progressive leader with keen marketing acumen and demonstrated ability to grow revenues, expand customer base as well as increase bottom-line profitability. Strong organizational and efficient team building skills combined with an ability to motivate staff. Initiative and stress-resistant individual able to prioritize efficiently and perform several tasks simultaneously delivering exceptional results while meeting all possible deadlines. Excellent communication and negotiation skills combined with an outstanding ability to cultivate valuable business relations and resolve conflicts. Computer skills include Microsoft applications, proprietary software for customer sale transactions, history, inventory, etc. Accomplished Assistant Manager with in-depth experience consistently rising through ranks. Well-versed in sales, personnel management, and inventory management. Dedicated to complete knowledge of company products and services for optimized customer service. Focused Assistant Store Manager known for creating stunning merchandise displays and improving revenue for location. Offering Experience in diverse retail environments.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant Store Manager

BIGLOTS
01.2013 - Current
  • Manage daily operations of the store covering all aspects of merchandising, scheduling, financial management, inventory control, work performance and customer relationship management

Store Manager

CVS CAREMARK
01.2008 - 01.2013
  • Responsible for overseeing all operational functions including profit and loss management, sales team leadership, organizational development, and client relations

Education

B.F.A. - Graphic Communications

College for Creative Studies
01.1994

Skills

  • Retail Sales & Marketing
  • Team Leadership
  • Project Management
  • Customer Service
  • Brand Support
  • Merchandising & Display
  • Inventory & Pricing Control
  • Employee Engagement
  • Product Introduction
  • Cash Audit
  • Problem Solving
  • Merchandise presentation
  • Seasonal Planning
  • Shipment Processing
  • Stockroom Organization
  • Maintaining stock levels

Significantaccomplishments

  • 2012 Contra A Million Dollar Club Award Winner
  • CVS pharmacy
  • Selected to oversee HR audits for 2013 for District 42-05
  • Worked with Field management on Regional Leadership Meeting, 2013, 2012, 2011, 2010
  • Worked directly with Regional Vice President to produce training videos for CVS/pharmacy 2012
  • District Creativity Award Winner
  • 2009, 2010, 2011

Timeline

Assistant Store Manager

BIGLOTS
01.2013 - Current

Store Manager

CVS CAREMARK
01.2008 - 01.2013

B.F.A. - Graphic Communications

College for Creative Studies
David WickmanMerchandise Manager