- I enjoy cooking for friends and family gatherings
Geeta Meghbaran
Woodbury,CT
Summary
Operational management professional with strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results. Adept at process optimization, strategic planning, and resource management. Known for reliability and adaptability in dynamic environments. Skilled in leadership, performance analysis, and workflow improvement.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Operational Manager
Target
Bethel, CT
08.2017 - Current
- Streamlined operational workflows to enhance efficiency and reduce processing time.
- Led cross-functional teams to implement process improvements across various departments.
- Developed training programs for staff, increasing team productivity and performance consistency.
- Managed inventory levels to ensure optimal stock availability and minimize excess waste.
- Fostered a culture of continuous improvement by encouraging feedback and implementing best practices across operations.
- Improved team productivity through effective communication, training, and performance evaluations.
- Managed budgets for multiple projects, ensuring timely delivery and cost control.
- Collaborated with executive leadership to develop strategic plans aimed at achieving long-term organizational growth and success.
- Optimized inventory management strategy through accurate forecasting and demand planning methodologies.
- Implemented innovative solutions to address operational challenges, leading to increased efficiency and reduced costs.
- Mentored staff members on best practices, fostering a culture of continuous improvement within the organization.
- Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
- Reduced budgetary expenditures by effectively negotiating contracts for more advantageous terms.
- Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
- Supervised creation of exciting merchandise displays to catch attention of store customers.
- Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
- Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
- Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
- Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.
- Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
- Reduced financial inconsistencies while assessing and verifying billing invoices and expense reports.
- Raised property accuracy and accountability by creating new automated tracking method.
- Reduced operational risks while organizing data to forecast performance trends.
Key Holder
Party Depot
Danbury, CT
2015 - 2017
- Managed daily operations, ensuring optimal store performance and customer satisfaction.
- Trained and mentored staff on inventory management and customer service best practices.
- Oversaw cash handling procedures, maintaining accuracy in transactions and financial reporting.
- Coordinated merchandise displays to enhance visual appeal and drive sales growth.
- closing and opening procedures are completed before i leave for the day
- Verified and finalized closing and opening tasks prior to end of shift to uphold service standards.
Sales Manager
Bath & Body Works
Danbury, CT
2013 - 2015
- Led sales initiatives to drive revenue growth and enhance customer engagement.
- Developed and executed training programs for new team members to improve performance.
- Analyzed market trends to identify opportunities for product expansion and positioning.
- Collaborated with marketing teams to create promotional campaigns aligned with brand strategy.
- Monitored inventory levels to optimize stock management and reduce discrepancies.
- Oversaw all aspects of store opening and closing, including cash handling and inventory checks.
- Directed ad execution processes while ensuring compliance with break schedules.
District Manager
Total Health Centre
2003 - 2013
- Led district operations, ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures.
- Developed and implemented strategic sales initiatives to drive revenue growth across multiple locations.
- Analyzed market trends and competitor performance to optimize product offerings and pricing strategies.
- Trained and mentored store managers, fostering leadership skills and enhancing team performance.
- Executed talent acquisition strategies to identify and recruit top candidates.
Education
GED -
High School Diploma
Skills
- Customer service
- Operations management
- Team leadership
- Decision-making
- Scheduling
- Financial office operations
- Coordinating meeting
- Organize and execute presentation workload
- Open and close overall store operations
- Logistics
- District operations trainer
Interests
Timeline
Operational Manager
Target
08.2017 - Current
Key Holder
Party Depot
2015 - 2017
Sales Manager
Bath & Body Works
2013 - 2015
District Manager
Total Health Centre
2003 - 2013
GED -
High School Diploma