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Japonica Rudolph

Montgomery,AL

Summary

Accomplished Sales Manager for financial companies with over 15 years of experience, notably at TITLEMAX, where I spearheaded strategies boosting sales and fostering customer loyalty. Expert in financial advising and operations management, I excel in leadership, driving revenue growth by over 20%, and building high-performing teams. Proficient in [Software], I merge technical skills with a strong customer focus to achieve outstanding results.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

General Manager

TITLEMAX
Montgomery, AL
11.2012 - Current

General Manager of a sales grossing $800,000 store with consistent growing sales. Daily task of professional sales training and development. Customer advisory for financial assistance and critical decision making. Managerial duties include being a dedicated leader that fosters a positive culture where the office drives in increasing sales number month after month. Consistently develop strong relationships with customers through in-person communication, while being enthusiastic and professional.

  • Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
  • Managed a diverse team of professionals, fostering a positive work environment and high employee satisfaction.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales and profitability.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with clients, vendors, and partners to ensure long-term success and loyalty.
  • Monitored financial performance, set budgets and controlled expenses to provide financial stability and long-term organizational growth.

Store Manager

PLS PAYDAY LOANS
Millbrook, AL
08.2007 - 10.2012
  • Managed daily operations to ensure smooth functioning of the store, maintained 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.
  • Assisted with hiring, training and mentoring new staff members.
  • Improved customer satisfaction through staff training in customer service and product knowledge.
  • Maintained proper product levels and inventory controls for merchandise and organized backroom to facilitate effective ordering and stock rotation.
  • Completed point of sale opening and closing procedures.
  • Mentored new hires during their onboarding process, ensuring they were well-equipped to excel in their roles from day one.

Assistant Manager

Finish Line
Montgomery, AL
08.2000 - 03.2007
  • Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
  • Maintained a clean, safe, and organized store environment to enhance the customer experience.
  • Developed strong working relationships with staff, fostering a positive work environment.
  • Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
  • Oversaw daily cash reconciliations, ensuring accurate financial reporting and minimizing discrepancies.
  • Improved customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving complaints promptly.
  • Set aggressive targets for employees to drive company success and strengthen motivation.
  • Successfully managed budgets and allocated resources to maximize productivity and profitability.
  • Identified and communicated customer needs to supply chain capacity and quality teams.
  • Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
  • Established performance goals for employees and provided feedback on methods for reaching those milestones.
  • Cultivated positive rapport with fellow employees to boost company morale and promote employee retention.
  • Improved staffing during busy periods by creating employee schedules and monitoring call-outs.
  • Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated to other team members.
  • Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
  • Used industry expertise, customer service skills and analytical nature to resolve customer concerns and promote loyalty.
  • Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence.
  • Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
  • Opened and closed location and monitored shift changes to uphold successful operations strategies and maximize business success.
  • Monitored sales trends to adjust pricing strategies accordingly for optimal profitability.
  • Monitored security to protect employees, customers and property.
  • Strengthened merchandising and promotional strategies to drive customer engagement and boost sales.
  • Reviewed sales and gross profit report to assess company efficiency.
  • Increased employee performance and job satisfaction to strengthen retention and engagement.
  • Made hiring recommendations to increase company's productivity and profitability with quality workers.
  • Developed strategy to increase sales and drive profits.
  • Created employee schedules to align coverage with forecasted demands.
  • Conducted employee performance evaluations, providing constructive feedback for growth and development.
  • Boosted employee morale by recognizing outstanding performance and celebrating team accomplishments.
  • Facilitated clear communication between employees and upper management through regular meetings and updates.
  • Scheduled staff shifts to ensure proper coverage during peak shopping hours without exceeding labor budgets.
  • Increased sales through effective merchandising strategies and targeted promotions.
  • Promoted teamwork within the workplace by encouraging collaboration among staff members on various projectstasks.
  • Assisted in recruiting, interviewing, hiring, and onboarding of new employees to maintain adequate staffing levels.
  • Generated repeat business through exceptional customer service and responded to customer concerns with friendly and knowledgeable service.
  • Managed inventory levels to minimize stockouts while reducing overhead costs.
  • Helped with planning schedules and delegating assignments to meet coverage and service demands.
  • Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies, and forecast future needs.

Education

Associate of Science - Pschology

Troy State University
Montgomery, AL

High School Diploma -

Carver High School
Montgomery, AL
01.2000

Skills

  • Financial Advisor
  • Sales Manager with 15 years experience
  • Excellent in executing sales and marketing objectives
  • Proficient in increasing revenue volume
  • Leadership and team building
  • Formulate sales strategies
  • Problem Resolution
  • Operations Management and sales training coach
  • Efficient multi-tasker and effective leader
  • Customer Relations
  • Performance Evaluations
  • Performance and Cost Analysis
  • Sales expertise for advertising and marketing
  • Budget Administration
  • Proficient in [Software]

Timeline

General Manager

TITLEMAX
11.2012 - Current

Store Manager

PLS PAYDAY LOANS
08.2007 - 10.2012

Assistant Manager

Finish Line
08.2000 - 03.2007

Associate of Science - Pschology

Troy State University

High School Diploma -

Carver High School
Japonica Rudolph