Supervised store's daily operations and ensured compliance with company policies, with specialized ownership of seven departments encompassing Specialty and Pro.
Lead a team of one Customer Experience Manager, three Department Supervisors, and their respective teams.
Trained and mentored new team members on customer service standards.
Assisted in developing promotional displays to enhance customer engagement.
Monitored employee performance and provided feedback for improvement.
Ensured cleanliness and organization of the sales floor for optimal shopping experience.
Monitored compliance with safety regulations, company policies and legal requirements.
Coordinated special events such as promotions or seasonal displays.
Resolved conflicts among customers, vendors, or other personnel in a professional manner.
Handled complaints from customers by empathetically listening, recording details and offering solutions.
Coached and developed store associates through formal and informal interactions.
Drove sales goals, strategies and objectives to achieve team goals and revenue objectives.
Customer Experience Manager
Home Depot
Nashua
03.2023 - Current
Developed customer service policies and procedures to ensure a consistent and positive experience.
Analyzed customer feedback data to identify areas of improvement in the customer experience.
Created strategies to improve customer satisfaction by focusing on product quality, delivery speed, and customer service responsiveness.
Provided coaching and guidance to team members regarding best practices for delivering exceptional customer experiences.
Managed escalated customer issues and resolved conflicts in a timely manner.
Developed programs for recognizing employees who demonstrate exemplary levels of service excellence.
Provided leadership support during peak business hours by motivating staff members to meet targets.
Completed frequent walk-throughs and directed team members to correct issues impacting store appearance or professionalism.
Delegated assignments based on team strengths to optimize floor coverage and service levels.
Oversaw aspects of maintenance, inventory and daily activity management.
Assistant Store Manager
Michael's Arts & Crafts Store
Nashua
05.2020 - 03.2023
Upheld company policies and procedures to strengthen operational standards across departments.
Reviewed reports to enhance sales performance, shrinkage, and payroll, and monitored overall KPI.
Delivered positive customer experiences through professionalism and by creating personal connections.
Collaborated with store manager to develop strategies for achieving sales and profit goals.
Prepared and posted job openings to Workday, managing the applications and interviewing potential candidates. Finalized I-9 documentation in a timely manner at the end of the hiring process.
Provided onboarding and coaching to new hires to help each feel comfortable in job positions and prepared to handle various responsibilities.
Promoted positive and unifying culture within the team structure, including refreshing the onboarding experience to be more welcoming and thorough.
Education
Associates in Management - Currently Enrolled
Manchester Community College
Manchester, NH
Skills
Business and operations management
Communication and collaboration
Analytical ability, problem solving, and decision making
Staff training, onboarding, and development
Customer service and a passion for connecting with customer base
Adaptability and willingness to learn and grow with the company