ERICA GUTIERREZ
Andrews,TX
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Store Manager
AutoZone
Midland, TX
02.2020 - Current
- Conducted daily store operations, including opening and closing procedures and cash handling.
- Monitored inventory levels and placed orders to restock shelves.
- Developed strategies to maximize sales and profitability.
- Established customer service standards and monitored staff compliance.
- Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner.
- Recruited, trained and supervised new employees.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and company policies.
- Implemented efficient systems for tracking stock movement.
- Analyzed financial data to identify areas of improvement.
- Maintained accurate records of employee performance reviews.
- Created weekly work schedules for store personnel.
- Performed regular price checks to ensure competitive pricing.
- Assessed operational efficiency of the store's departments.
- Managed daily banking activities such as deposits and withdrawals.
- Identified opportunities for cost savings through waste reduction initiatives.
- Prepared monthly reports on sales figures, expenses, profits.
- Developed relationships with suppliers to negotiate better prices.
- Provided feedback on marketing campaigns to improve effectiveness.
- Trained and mentored associates to teach daily tasks and procedures.
- Balanced sales, reconciled cash and made bank deposits to facilitate opening and closing duties.
- Managed inventory tracking and physical inventory counts to minimize loss.
- Completed thorough opening, closing and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
- Monitored employee performance and identified performance gaps for corrective action.
- Prepared weekly schedules to verify proper floor coverage within fiscal guidelines.
- Delivered excellent customer service and adhered to standard practices to maximize sales and minimize shrinkage.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction and store operations through relationship building and daily problem-solving.
- Oversaw inventory management through cycle counts, audits and shrinkage control.
- Built customer confidence by actively listening to concerns and complaints and quickly resolving issues.
- Updated and maintained store signage and displays.
- Strengthened work flow productivity by hiring, managing and developing top talent.
- Established store tactics and strategies to achieve operational performance and sales goals.
- Evaluated store performance and incorporated feedback to implement improvement plans.
- Generated repeat business by responding to customer concerns with friendly and knowledgeable service.
- Identified operational issues and implemented appropriate process improvements to promote workplace safety and productivity.
- Answered product questions with up-to-date knowledge of sales and promotions.
- Preserved product quality by maintaining stockrooms and disposing of damaged items.
- Reviewed customer feedback to make operational improvements and promote satisfaction.
- Exceeded team goals and resolved issues by sharing and implementing customer service initiatives.
- Oversaw storewide merchandising benchmarks to maintain operational excellence.
- Showcased and built visually appealing displays and signs to encourage customers to buy specific products.
- Built relationships with key customers and stakeholders to grow business networks and locate new opportunities.
- Used excellent verbal skills to engage customers in conversation and effectively determine needs and requirements.
- Prepared staff work schedules and assigned team members to specific duties.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
- Monitored inventory levels and placed new orders for merchandise to keep supply well-stocked.
- Used strong issue resolution and communication skills to cultivate and strengthen lasting client relationships.
- Formed and sustained strategic relationships with clients.
- Reviewed financial statements and sales or activity reports to measure productivity or goal achievement.
- Implemented successful business strategies to increase revenue and target new markets.
- Appraised inventory levels on frequent basis, ordering new merchandise to keep quantities well-stocked.
- Created effective business plans to focus strategic decisions on long-term objectives.
- Monitored progress by establishing plans, budgets and measuring results.
- Coordinated and directed activities of businesses or departments concerning production, pricing and sales.
- Improved productivity initiatives, managing budgets and accounts, coordinating itinerary and scheduling appointments.
- Mitigated business risks by working closely with staff members and assessing performance.
- Implemented campaigns and promotions to help with developing goods and services.
- Forecasted customer demand to set prices or credit terms for goods or services.
- Directed or coordinated financial or budget activities to fund operations and maximize investments.
WAITRESS/BARTENDER
Atown Bar And Grill
Andrews, TX
11.2017 - 11.2018
- Greeted customers and provided menus.
- Assisted in seating guests at tables or booths.
- Took orders for food and drinks and delivered them to guests.
- Checked back with customers throughout meal service to ensure satisfaction.
- Replenished beverages when necessary.
- Answered questions about menu items, ingredients, and pricing.
- Communicated daily specials to customers.
- Bussed tables as needed during peak hours.
- Prepared checks accurately and processed payments promptly.
- Maintained a clean work station by restocking supplies, wiping down counters.
- Provided excellent customer service by addressing any complaints or concerns promptly.
- Adhered to all health codes set forth by local authorities regarding food preparation and storage.
- Performed basic math calculations when computing bills for customers' meals.
- Organized take-out orders efficiently according to customer requests.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss new menu items or changes in policy.
- Served alcoholic beverages responsibly in accordance with state laws.
- Provided accurate change for cash transactions using a cash register system.
- Demonstrated knowledge of wine selection, pairings, vintages.
- Developed positive relationships with regular customers through friendly conversation.
- Assisted other wait staff members in times of heavy customer traffic.
- Greeted customers, answered questions and recommended specials to increase profits.
- Communicated with kitchen staff to stay updated on item availability and customer wait times.
- Addressed concerns quickly to improve customer experience and escalated issues to management for resolution when necessary.
- Rolled silverware and set up food stations and dining areas to prepare for next shift or large parties.
- Arranged place settings with clean tablecloths, napkins and tableware to prepare for incoming guests.
Education
High School Diploma -
Andrews High School
Andrews, TX05-2006
Skills
- Payroll Management
- Revenue Generation
- Employee Training
- Partnership Building
- Customer Relations
- Project Management
- Report Generation
- Risk Management
- Team Development
- Inventory Management
- Multitasking and Organization
Timeline
Store Manager
AutoZone
02.2020 - Current
WAITRESS/BARTENDER
Atown Bar And Grill
11.2017 - 11.2018
High School Diploma -
Andrews High School