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Donna Evans

Gainesville,FL

Summary

Expert in managing teams of up to 25 employees, ensuring effective collaboration and productivity.

I know how to motivate the team.

I know how to get a job done in a timely manner.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Realty Project Coach

Walmart
Grovetown, GA
09.2022 - Current
  • Developed and implemented project plans to ensure successful completion of projects on time and within budget.
  • Evaluated performance metrics related to overall success of projects.
  • Collaborated with internal departments to ensure successful implementation of projects.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends, organizational policies, and procedures.
  • Coached team members on best practices related to project management processes.
  • Identified areas for process improvement within existing systems and frameworks.
  • Monitored progress of projects against established goals and objectives.
  • Provided guidance and support to project teams throughout the project lifecycle.

Pricing Manager

Winn Dixie Supermarket
Gainesville, FL
09.2020 - 09.2022
  • Developed a comprehensive understanding of the competitive environment in order to recommend strategic actions related to pricing initiatives.
  • Developed pricing models and strategies to optimize profitability.
  • Maintained up-to-date records of all transactions related to price adjustments or promotions.
  • Maintained the pricing twice a week for the whole store.
  • Used the store ad to maintain all of my duties.

Store Manager

Spencer's Gifts
Gainesville , FL
06.2019 - 02.2020
  • Recruited, trained and supervised new employees.
  • Organized promotional events to increase product awareness.
  • Prepared monthly reports on sales figures, expenses, profits.
  • Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner.
  • Conducted daily store operations, including opening and closing procedures and cash handling.
  • Developed strategies to maximize sales and profitability.
  • Assessed operational efficiency of the store's departments.
  • Established customer service standards and monitored staff compliance.
  • Ensured compliance with safety regulations and company policies.
  • Monitored inventory levels and placed orders to restock shelves.
  • Managed daily banking activities such as deposits and withdrawals.
  • Created weekly work schedules for store personnel.
  • Maintained accurate records of employee performance reviews.
  • Built customer confidence by actively listening to concerns and complaints and quickly resolving issues.
  • Monitored employee performance and identified performance gaps for corrective action.
  • Oversaw inventory management through cycle counts, audits and shrinkage control.
  • Balanced sales, reconciled cash and made bank deposits to facilitate opening and closing duties.
  • Delivered excellent customer service and adhered to standard practices to maximize sales and minimize shrinkage.
  • Preserved product quality by maintaining stockrooms and disposing of damaged items.
  • Managed inventory tracking and physical inventory counts to minimize loss.
  • Identified operational issues and implemented appropriate process improvements to promote workplace safety and productivity.
  • Exceeded team goals and resolved issues by sharing and implementing customer service initiatives.
  • Generated repeat business by responding to customer concerns with friendly and knowledgeable service.
  • Reviewed customer feedback to make operational improvements and promote satisfaction.
  • Trained and mentored associates to teach daily tasks and procedures.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction and store operations through relationship building and daily problem-solving.
  • Evaluated store performance and incorporated feedback to implement improvement plans.
  • Established store tactics and strategies to achieve operational performance and sales goals.
  • Strengthened work flow productivity by hiring, managing and developing top talent.
  • Analyzed sales data to identify trends and adjust strategies accordingly.
  • Prepared weekly schedules to verify proper floor coverage within fiscal guidelines.
  • Completed thorough opening, closing, and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
  • Updated and maintained store signage and displays.
  • Formed and sustained strategic relationships with clients.
  • Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
  • Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
  • Reviewed financial statements and sales or activity reports to measure productivity or goal achievement.
  • Structured HR consulting services to support clients during organizational developments and changes.
  • Mitigated business risks by working closely with staff members and assessing performance.
  • Prepared staff work schedules and assigned team members to specific duties.
  • Created effective business plans to focus strategic decisions on long-term objectives.
  • Used excellent verbal skills to engage customers in conversation and effectively determine needs and requirements.
  • Monitored progress by establishing plans, budgets and measuring results.

Assistant Manager

Ross Dress for Less
Gainesville, FL
06.2017 - 03.2019
  • Conducted regular performance reviews for employees to identify areas of improvement.
  • Communicated regularly with customers to gain insights into their needs.
  • Supervised daily operations including scheduling shifts, assigning duties.
  • Created reports on sales trends, inventory levels, and financial data.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of company products and services.
  • Assisted in the development of operational strategies to ensure efficient and productive operations.
  • Managed customer service inquiries and complaints in a timely manner.
  • Established processes for monitoring customer satisfaction levels.
  • Monitored employee attendance records, timekeeping, and payroll information.
  • Provided guidance and support to junior staff members on daily tasks, projects, and objectives.
  • Organized training sessions for new hires to familiarize them with the workplace environment.
  • Coordinated with other departments to ensure smooth flow of operations.
  • Resolved conflicts between team members in an effective manner.
  • Maintained accurate records of sales transactions using point-of-sale systems.
  • Ensured compliance with safety regulations and company policies.
  • Collaborated with management on developing strategic plans for achieving business goals.
  • Analyzed sales data to identify trends and adjust strategies accordingly.
  • Resolved customer inquiries and complaints requiring management-level escalation.
  • Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
  • Planned and delivered training sessions to improve employee effectiveness and address areas of weakness.
  • Implemented quality control measures to uphold company standards.
  • Reviewed employee performance and provided ongoing feedback and coaching to drive performance improvement.
  • Mediated conflicts between employees and facilitated effective resolutions to disputes.
  • Organized team activities to build camaraderie and foster pleasant workplace culture.
  • Held regular one-on-one meetings with employees to review performance and priorities and provide feedback.
  • Reviewed completed work to verify consistency, quality, and conformance.
  • Remained calm and professional in stressful circumstances and effectively diffused tense situations.
  • Recruited and trained new employees to meet job requirements.
  • Produced thorough, accurate and timely reports of project activities.
  • Proposed or approved modifications to project plans.
  • Analyzed business performance data and forecasted business results for upper management.
  • Interviewed prospective employees and provided input to HR on hiring decisions.
  • Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
  • Assigned work and monitored performance of project personnel.
  • Completed thorough opening, closing, and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
  • Planned and led team meetings to review business results and communicate new and ongoing priorities.
  • Evaluated individual and team business performance and identified opportunities for improvement.

Assistant Manager

Rural King
Gainesville, FL
07.2016 - 06.2017
  • Communicated regularly with customers to gain insights into their needs.
  • Supervised daily operations including scheduling shifts, assigning duties.
  • Created reports on sales trends, inventory levels, and financial data.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of company products and services.
  • Assisted in the development of operational strategies to ensure efficient and productive operations.
  • Managed customer service inquiries and complaints in a timely manner.
  • Established processes for monitoring customer satisfaction levels.
  • Monitored employee attendance records, timekeeping, and payroll information.
  • Provided guidance and support to junior staff members on daily tasks, projects, and objectives.
  • Organized training sessions for new hires to familiarize them with the workplace environment.
  • Coordinated with other departments to ensure smooth flow of operations.
  • Resolved conflicts between team members in an effective manner.
  • Maintained accurate records of sales transactions using point-of-sale systems.
  • Developed a system for tracking inventory and ordering supplies as needed.
  • Ensured compliance with safety regulations and company policies.
  • Collaborated with management on developing strategic plans for achieving business goals.
  • Analyzed sales data to identify trends and adjust strategies accordingly.
  • Created and managed budgets for travel, training, and team-building activities.
  • Resolved customer inquiries and complaints requiring management-level escalation.
  • Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
  • Planned and delivered training sessions to improve employee effectiveness and address areas of weakness.
  • Implemented quality control measures to uphold company standards.
  • Reviewed employee performance and provided ongoing feedback and coaching to drive performance improvement.
  • Mediated conflicts between employees and facilitated effective resolutions to disputes.
  • Organized team activities to build camaraderie and foster pleasant workplace culture.
  • Reviewed completed work to verify consistency, quality, and conformance.
  • Remained calm and professional in stressful circumstances and effectively diffused tense situations.
  • Produced thorough, accurate and timely reports of project activities.
  • Proposed or approved modifications to project plans.
  • Analyzed business performance data and forecasted business results for upper management.
  • Interviewed prospective employees and provided input to HR on hiring decisions.
  • Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
  • Assigned work and monitored performance of project personnel.
  • Completed thorough opening, closing, and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
  • Planned and led team meetings to review business results and communicate new and ongoing priorities.

Education

High School Diploma -

Eastside High School
Gainesville, FL
06-1992

Skills

  • Project management
  • Process improvement
  • Team collaboration
  • Budget management
  • Strategic planning
  • Customer service
  • Conflict resolution
  • Time management
  • Project scheduling
  • Adept in scheduling
  • Leadership skills

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Realty Project Coach

Walmart
09.2022 - Current

Pricing Manager

Winn Dixie Supermarket
09.2020 - 09.2022

Store Manager

Spencer's Gifts
06.2019 - 02.2020

Assistant Manager

Ross Dress for Less
06.2017 - 03.2019

Assistant Manager

Rural King
07.2016 - 06.2017

High School Diploma -

Eastside High School