Diana Vough
Deltona
Summary
Elevated Big Lots' customer satisfaction and operational efficiency through expert inventory control and staff development. Leveraged problem-solving abilities and visual merchandising expertise to drive sales growth and enhance store organization, demonstrating a commitment to excellence in retail operations and customer service.
Accomplished Assistant Manager with in-depth experience consistently rising through ranks. Well-versed in sales, personnel management, accounting and inventory management. Dedicated to complete knowledge of company products and services for optimized customer service.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Store Manager
Big Lots
04.2015 - Current
- Managed cash registers efficiently, ensuring accurate transactions, balancing drawers daily, and minimizing discrepancies.
- Managed opening and closing procedures and recommended changes to enhance efficiency of daily activities.
- Enhanced store appearance for increased sales by maintaining cleanliness and implementing strategic merchandise displays.
- Rotated merchandise and displays to feature new products and promotions.
- Assisted the Store Manager in analyzing sales data to identify trends and make informed decisions for improving overall store performance.
- Walked through store areas to identify and proactively resolve issues negatively impacting operations.
- Mentored new employees on company policies, procedures, and best practices to ensure their success within the organization.
- Supervised and evaluated staff to help improve skills, achieve daily objectives, and attain advancement.
- Fostered a positive work culture by promoting teamwork and recognizing individual achievements among staff members regularly.
- Processed payments for credit and debit cards and returned proper change for cash transactions.
- Created and maintained safe and secure work environments for employees.
- Developed a loyal customer base through personalized interactions, increasing repeat business in-store visits.
- Responded to customer concerns, working with manager to significantly raise customer satisfaction ratings.
- Streamlined inventory management with regular audits, accurate ordering, and efficient stock organization.
- Resolved escalated customer issues effectively leading to improved customer satisfaction rates.
- Maintained positive customer relationships by responding quickly to customer service inquiries.
- Provided weekly work schedules to employees to accommodate business demands and vacation requests.
- Reconciled daily sales transactions to balance and log day-to-day revenue.
- Analyzed customer feedback and implemented strategies to improve customer experience.
- Increased employee retention, training staff in effective customer service techniques and product knowledge.
- Implemented loss prevention tactics to deter thefts while maintaining a welcoming environment for all customers.
- Provided support to store manager in budgeting processes, helping maintain financial stability for the business.
- Collaborated with store manager to develop marketing initiatives that drove traffic and increased brand awareness.
- Delivered consistent sales growth by identifying opportunities for promotions and cross-selling products to customers.
- Improved store operations by establishing clear communication channels between team members and implementing efficient scheduling practices.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations of team members while providing constructive feedback resulting in enhanced productivity levels.
- Spearheaded staff recruitment efforts, interviewing candidates for open positions and selecting top talent to join the team.
- Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
- Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.
- Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
- Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
- Monitored daily cash discrepancies, inventory shrinkage and drive-off.
- Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
- Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
- Reported issues to higher management with great detail.
Stocker
Target
04.2001 - 05.2016
- Maintained proper storage of overstock items, keeping backroom areas organized and accessible for future use.
- Removed all boxes and related trash from sales floor and processed through compactors.
- Enhanced store appearance for better customer experience through meticulous shelf stocking and arrangement.
- Used dollies and pallet jacks to unload and organize merchandise from delivery trucks.
- Ensured timely completion of nightly stocking tasks, optimizing store readiness for the following day''s operation.
- Assisted customers by finding items quickly to boost store satisfaction rates.
- Maintained neat, organized stockroom free of hazards.
- Consistently met or exceeded established stocking goals while maintaining accuracy in product placement throughout the store.
- Collaborated with fellow team members, ensuring consistent communication and task distribution for a successful restocking process.
- Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to company safety procedures and promptly addressing potential hazards.
- Provided excellent customer service when encountering early morning shoppers, answering questions, and offering assistance as needed.
- Swept, dusted and mopped floor to perform regular cleaning and comply with sanitation standards.
- Assisted in training new employees, sharing best practices and providing constructive feedback on their performance.
- Demonstrated adaptability in performing additional duties beyond standard stocking assignments when necessary, such as assisting with floor resets or special projects.
- Promoted a positive work atmosphere among team members through respectful collaboration and open communication channels during overnight shifts.
- Observed safety protocols when transporting merchandise to different areas of store to alleviate item damage.
- Reduced inventory discrepancies by accurately counting and documenting incoming merchandise shipments.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts by effectively communicating completed tasks and pending responsibilities to oncoming staff members.
- Stocked designated items on shelves, end caps and displays.
- Kept work areas neat, clean and free from debris.
- Labeled products, rotated stock and fronted merchandise for appealing display.
- Stocked shelves to match planogram images and instructions.
- Transported merchandise to sales floor and replenished out-of-stock and low-stock items.
- Kept aisles clear and clean while restocking to prevent accidents and enable others to easily pass by.
Education
High School Diploma -
Pine Ridge High School
Deltona, FL05-2001
Skills
- Problem-solving
- Customer service
- Customer experience
- Customer service and engagement
- Customer relations
- Store organization
- Time management
- Inventory control
- Retail operations
- Staff training and development
- Visual merchandising expertise
- Merchandise planning
Timeline
Assistant Store Manager
Big Lots
04.2015 - Current
Stocker
Target
04.2001 - 05.2016
High School Diploma -
Pine Ridge High School
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