Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Hobbies include my three dogs, gardening and model trains
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Donald Knoll

Yakima,WA

Summary

Self-motivated professional successful in seizing viable opportunities for expansion and innovation in business. Background in increasing profits, reducing costs and transforming customer service standards. Experienced in leading and supervising operational and sales teams.

Overview

42
42
years of professional experience

Work History

Owner/Distributor

Voortman Cookies
04.2002 - 07.2018
  • Increased customer satisfaction by implementing efficient business processes and providing exceptional service.
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
  • Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, financial reporting, and tax preparation.
  • Streamlined operations to improve efficiency, enabling more time to be spent on strategic planning and decisionmaking.

Store Manager

Gottschalks
07.2000 - 03.2002
  • Managed daily operations to ensure smooth functioning of the store, maintaining a clean, safe environment for customers and employees.
  • Oversaw loss prevention efforts, minimizing shrinkage by implementing effective security measures and training staff on proper procedures.
  • Conducted regular performance reviews for staff members, providing constructive feedback and opportunities for growth.

Store Manager

Old Navy
10.1999 - 05.2000

New store opening

  • Managed daily operations to ensure smooth functioning of the store, maintaining a clean, safe environment for customers and employees.
  • Assisted with hiring, training and mentoring new staff members.
  • Trained new employees on proper protocols and customer service standards.

Store Manager

Target Stores
09.1995 - 10.1999
  • Implemented business strategies, increasing revenue and effectively targeting new markets.
  • Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
  • Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
  • Upheld and communicated store programs and standards to employees for optimal quality, freshness, safety and cleanliness.
  • Maximized sales and minimized shrinkage through excellent customer service and adherence to standard practices.

Store Manager

Kmartcorp
01.1977 - 02.1995
  • Increased store profitability by implementing cost-saving measures and efficient inventory management strategies.
  • Improved customer satisfaction through staff training in customer service and product knowledge.

Education

No Degree -

Spokane Community College
Spokane, WA

Skills

  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Labor Relations
  • Administrative Oversight
  • KPI Management
  • Inventory Management
  • Budget Control
  • Sales Development
  • Organizational Development
  • Attention to Detail
  • Strategic Decision-Making
  • Customer Service

Hobbies include my three dogs, gardening and model trains

My hobbies include care and walking my three rescue dogs, all aspects of gardening from my immense orchid garden to my yard full of irises, fruits and vegetables to my obsession with all aspects of model railroading from layout design to collecting!

Additional Information

I have been retired and home for several years and feel the need to get back into the work place so as to keep my mind and spirt active and young!

Timeline

Owner/Distributor

Voortman Cookies
04.2002 - 07.2018

Store Manager

Gottschalks
07.2000 - 03.2002

Store Manager

Old Navy
10.1999 - 05.2000

Store Manager

Target Stores
09.1995 - 10.1999

Store Manager

Kmartcorp
01.1977 - 02.1995

No Degree -

Spokane Community College
Donald Knoll