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GWENDOLYN OVERMIER

Oakland,CA

Summary

Dynamic retail professional with extensive experience at Nordstrom Rack and Target, excelling in customer service and team leadership. Proven track record in enhancing operational efficiency and staff development, resulting in improved customer satisfaction. Skilled in inventory management and problem-solving, effectively driving performance and collaboration across departments.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Apparel Team Lead

Target
San Rafael, CA
05.2025 - 12.2025
  • Supervised and trained a team of 20+ retail associates, ensuring consistent adherence to company policies and procedures
  • Implemented effective visual merchandising strategies to optimize product placement and drive sales
  • Conducted regular staff meetings to communicate goals, provide feedback, and foster a positive work environment
  • Implemented training programs for new hires to ensure readiness and performance
  • Resolved escalated customer issues promptly while maintaining professionalism
  • Managed a team of 20–30 associates, ensuring exceptional customer service
  • Maintained accurate inventory records through audits and reduced discrepancies by 30%

Department Manager

Nordstrom Rack
Fremont, CA
06.2024 - 11.2024

•Trained and supervised associates on customer service excellence and strong company culture.

•Adhered to store merchandising standards in support of appropriate inventory levels and backroom organization.

•Improved customer satisfaction rates through attentive service, prompt issue resolution, and continuous process improvement.

•Utilized strong organizational skills to develop efficient processes for managing daily operations.

• Collaborated with other departments to ensure seamless coordination in achieving company-wide objectives

Assistant Inventory Manager

Nordstrom Rack
Seattle, WA
06.2022 - 06.2024

• Managed warehouse personnel activities including training staff in use of equipment and software applications related to inventory management.

•Maintained accurate records of all incoming and outgoing products to ensure proper tracking of inventory levels.

•Investigated variances between physical count results versus computer-generated reports.

•Provided detailed reports on product availability, stock movements, and discrepancies in order fulfillment processes.

•Utilized standard operating procedures for ordering, receiving, storing, issuing, transferring, stocking, shipping, and distribution of materials.

•Trained and supervised personnel on data entry and inventory management procedures.

Inventory Specialist

Nordstrom Rack
Seattle, WA
10.2019 - 06.2022

• Processed paperwork associated with receiving and shipping operations.


Analyzed inventory data to identify trends and potential improvements.


Arranged stock and materials for easy access by inventorying by size, weight, and shape.


Processed incoming stock shipments by supervising and assisting in unloading trucks.


Unloaded trucks using forklifts or pallet jacks when necessary.


Tracked shipments using various methods such as bar coding systems and RFID scanners.

Warehouse Associate

Open Arm Holdings
Renton, WA
01.2019 - 10.2019

• Loaded and unloaded trucks quickly and safely using pallet jacks and other equipment.


Sorted and organized merchandise in preparation for shipment.


Moved products and equipment to appropriate locations to maintain workspace cleanliness.


Packaged and sealed products according to order size and specifications.


Interacted effectively with staff through ongoing communication and exchange of information.


Successfully managed and organized warehouse inventory.

Skills

Customer service

Staff development

Goals and performance

Team leadership

Team supervision

Retail management

Problem-solving

Operations management

Teamwork & collaboration

Timeline

Apparel Team Lead

Target
05.2025 - 12.2025

Department Manager

Nordstrom Rack
06.2024 - 11.2024

Assistant Inventory Manager

Nordstrom Rack
06.2022 - 06.2024

Inventory Specialist

Nordstrom Rack
10.2019 - 06.2022

Warehouse Associate

Open Arm Holdings
01.2019 - 10.2019
GWENDOLYN OVERMIER