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Edward Austin

Patterson,LA

Summary

Accomplished Retail Sales Manager with a proven track record at Walmart, enhancing sales performance and customer satisfaction through expert leadership and a driven work ethic. Skilled in sales forecasting and customer service, I excel in developing high-performing teams and achieving operational excellence. My approach has consistently resulted in significant sales growth and improved team morale.

Work History

Retail Sales Manager

Walmart
  • Facilitated high volumes of cash, credit, and gift card transactions, verifying cash drawer balance at end of each shift.
  • Boosted sales performance by implementing effective visual merchandising and store layouts.
  • Trained new sales associates on company policies, selling techniques, and customer service best practices to maximize their potential.
  • Maintained company's visual merchandise standards through general housekeeping and planograms.
  • Addressed customer complaints professionally and efficiently, resulting in satisfied customers who continued to patronize the store.
  • Recruited, hired and trained Number associates to develop into productive team members with excellent product knowledge.
  • Maintained a clean and organized storefront at all times by enforcing strict housekeeping standards across the entire team.
  • Developed strong customer relationships through attentive service and expert product knowledge, resulting in repeat business.
  • Managed inventory effectively to minimize stock shortages and ensure optimal levels of merchandise for maximum sales.
  • Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
  • Worked closely with upper management to develop short-term and long-term goals for the store, aligning objectives with the company''s mission and vision.
  • Coached sales associates in product specifications, sales incentives, and selling techniques, significantly increasing customer satisfaction ratings.

District Manager

Waffel House
  • Supervised various locations, enforcing high-quality standards of operation.
  • Ensured compliance with company policies and procedures as well as federal/state regulations by conducting regular audits of operational practices at each location within the district.
  • Boosted employee morale by creating a positive work environment that encouraged teamwork, collaboration, and professional growth opportunities.
  • Oversaw successful store openings, coordinating logistics, staffing, training, and promotional efforts to ensure smooth transitions for new locations.
  • Managed budget development process for the district, allocating resources effectively to drive growth while remaining fiscally responsible.

Human Resources Manager

US Army
  • Managed employee relations issues professionally, resolving conflicts efficiently while maintaining confidentiality at all times.
  • Maintained accurate HR records in compliance with applicable laws, ensuring efficient data retrieval when required.
  • Conducted thorough internal investigations, addressing employee concerns with fairness and transparency.
  • Maintained payroll and benefits for employees in various locations, minimizing financial discrepancies through detailed program management.

Education

General

Anne Arundell Community College
Arnold, MD

Skills

  • Customer Service
  • Retail Operations
  • Sales expertise
  • Driven Work Ethic
  • Cash Handling
  • Sales Team Leadership
  • Sales Forecasting
  • Display Maintenance

Timeline

Retail Sales Manager

Walmart

District Manager

Waffel House

Human Resources Manager

US Army

General

Anne Arundell Community College
Edward Austin