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Eleanor Thompson

Worcester,MA

Summary

Dynamic retail manager and specialty store buyer with a strong track record in brand management and merchandising. Proven ability to mentor new general managers while consistently exceeding profit goals and maintaining operational efficiency across multiple locations.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience

Work History

General Manager

Gap
Worcester, USA
07.2014 - Current
  • District Brand Credit Card Champion
  • Increased brand credit card participation by 10% annually, enhancing customer loyalty.
  • Led team meetings to align on goals and boost employee engagement, fostering a collaborative work environment.
  • Decreased payroll percentage by 1.5% to $1,000 while maintaining allocation variance under 5%, improving budget management.
  • Managed inventory losses to minimize shrinkage in store operations.
  • Interview and Mentor New General Managers for District.

General Manager

Talbots
Wellesley, USA
06.2004 - 07.2014

Developed skills of new general managers, resulting in improved district performance.

Trained management team on merchandising and oversaw monthly floor sets, ensuring alignment with brand standards.

Oversaw monthly floor set and aligned displays with brand standards.

Coordinated with Home Office Team to launch sales-based scheduling and payroll system, enhancing operational efficiency.

Participated in Regional DM training program.

Buyer

Marathon Sports
Brookline, Wellesley, Cambridge, Boston, USA
01.1997 - 01.2004
  • Analyzed market trends to uncover new purchasing opportunities and expand product lines.
  • Managed inventory levels to maximize product availability across all store locations.
  • Trained staff in effective selling techniques for technical apparel to enhance customer engagement.

Education

Bachelor's -

University of Massachusetts
Amherst, MA

Skills

  • Sales strategy
  • Brand management
  • Customer relationship management
  • Merchandising standards
  • Inventory control
  • Payroll optimization

Personal Information

Title: General Manager

Timeline

General Manager

Gap
07.2014 - Current

General Manager

Talbots
06.2004 - 07.2014

Buyer

Marathon Sports
01.1997 - 01.2004

Bachelor's -

University of Massachusetts
Eleanor Thompson