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Derek Nichols

Palo Cedro,CA

Summary

Dynamic leader with a proven track record at Ginno's Kitchen & Appliance Center, enhancing store operations and elevating customer relations. Excelled in personnel development and multitasking, boosting productivity and sales. Skilled in fostering a positive and friendly team environment, ensuring top-notch service and efficiency.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Store Manager

Ginno's Kitchen & Appliance Center
Chico, CA
09.2017 - Current
  • Managed an entire store consisting of 25 employees.
  • Conducted daily store operations, including opening and closing procedures and cash handling.
  • Trained and mentored associates to teach daily tasks and procedures.
  • Identified opportunities for cost savings through waste reduction initiatives, and new ideas.
  • Strengthened work flow productivity by hiring, managing and developing top talent.
  • Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
  • Recruited, trained and supervised new employees.

Sales Manager

Carmona's Appliance Center
Redding, CA
01.2015 - 09.2017
  • Focused on selling appliances and maintaining a five-person sales crew.
  • Trained and supported all sales staff.
  • Led weekly meetings and training to improve sales and customer relations.

Sales Associate

Big Lots Stores, Inc.
Chico, CA
01.2012 - 01.2015
  • I learned sales techniques and customer service skills.
  • I expanded my knowledge of mattresses and furniture to become the best salesperson and increase sales for the company.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice

California State University, Chico
Chico, CA
05-2014

High School Diploma -

Anderson High School
Anderson
06-2009

Skills

  • Extremely hard working
  • Personnel development
  • Store operations oversight
  • Customer response/relations
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Friendly and positive

Timeline

Store Manager

Ginno's Kitchen & Appliance Center
09.2017 - Current

Sales Manager

Carmona's Appliance Center
01.2015 - 09.2017

Sales Associate

Big Lots Stores, Inc.
01.2012 - 01.2015

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice

California State University, Chico

High School Diploma -

Anderson High School
Derek Nichols