Dedicated professional with demonstrated strengths in customer service, time management, and trend tracking. Good at troubleshooting problems and building successful solutions. Excellent verbal and written communicator with strong background cultivating positive relationships and exceeding goals.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Store Manager
Kohls Dept Store
Southern Pines, NC
10.2023 - Current
Managed daily operations to ensure smooth functioning of the store, maintaining a clean, safe environment for customers and employees.
Managed inventory control, cash control, and store opening and closing procedures.
Addressed customer complaints promptly and professionally, resolving issues to maintain positive relationships with clientele.
Managed store employees successfully in fast-paced environment through proactive communication and positive feedback.
Assistant Store Manager
Kohl's
Greenville, North Carolina
11.2014 - Current
Lead cultural awareness in store by joining business resource groups
Reading and sharing the information with associates
Maintained optimal inventory levels to control costs and meet store demands
Inspired team members to drive performance, collaboration, and teamwork
Coordinated solutions to resolve escalated customer service issues
Managed customer experiences with a close eye on customer and team member interactions, touchpoints, and methods of engagement
Trained, monitored, and disciplined employees to reach performance targets
Completed cycle counts and implemented loss prevention strategies to manage inventory
Leveraged expense controls and tracking procedures to maintain financial operations and budget targets
Eliminated waste at various levels, regularly reviewing team activities and records to spot and resolve problems
Developed team to receive Operational Excellence awards 4 years in a row
Train new and existing Supervisors on all Scorecard metrics and how it impacts our daily routines
Plan and execute all merchandising floor plans within company guidelines
Achieve low employee turnover with recognition and adaptability
Assistant Manager
Catherine's
06.2013 - 04.2015
Handled escalating problems to improve customer relations, maintain brand loyalty, and recapture lost revenue opportunities
Directed staff management, task delegation, merchandising, and customer service
Managed daily workloads by organizing effective schedules and delegating tasks
Store Manager
Hallmark Cards Retail
Greenville, North Carolina
04.2007 - 05.2013
Set clear expectations for team performance, conducted periodic evaluations, and implemented corrective actions
Addressed and resolved escalated customer complaints and worked to restore satisfaction
Directed merchandising strategy to achieve memorable product presentation and increase revenue
Supported employee recruiting, onboarding, and training on company policies, procedures, and service standards
Maintained high store standards in merchandising, security, and visual presentation
Identified financial strengths and weaknesses by regularly reviewing KPIs and tracking sheets
Operations/Merchandising Assistant Store Manager
04.2001 - 03.2007
Inspired team members to drive performance, collaboration, and teamwork
Maintained optimal inventory levels to control costs and meet store demands
Managed customer experiences with a close eye on customer and team member interactions, touchpoints, and methods of engagement