Retail Supervisor
NAPA Auto Parts - Genuine Parts
Fresno, CA
05.2003 - 08.2009
- Assisted in training new employees on product knowledge, customer service and cash handling procedures.
- Supervised daily operations of the store including opening and closing routines, inventory management and stocking shelves.
- Ensured compliance with all safety regulations, policies and procedures.
- Developed and implemented effective schedules to ensure adequate staffing coverage during peak hours.
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment to ensure an enjoyable shopping experience for customers.
- Provided guidance to staff members regarding customer service techniques and problem resolution strategies.
- Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner while maintaining excellent relations with customers.
- Coordinated promotional activities such as advertising campaigns, special offers and discounts to increase sales volume.
- Reviewed financial records such as invoices, purchase orders and payroll documents for accuracy.
- Analyzed operational data such as sales figures, stock levels and employee attendance records to identify areas needing improvement or optimization.
- Worked closely with vendors to negotiate pricing contracts that provided the best value for the company.
- Processed returns and exchanges according to established guidelines while ensuring customer satisfaction.
- Performed daily audits of merchandise displays, pricing accuracy and store security measures.
- Participated in weekly meetings with upper management to discuss store objectives and initiatives.
- Identified opportunities for cost savings through improved processes or vendor negotiations.
- Implemented new technologies into the retail environment such as point-of-sale systems or mobile apps.
- Developed strong relationships with key suppliers by consistently providing high quality service standards.
- Dealt with customer complaints and rectified product and service issues.
- Supervised work of cashiers, training new team members and monitoring performance.
- Coordinated restocks to keep retail displays organized and full for customers.
- Boosted customer satisfaction with proactive initiatives focused on improved engagement and service resolutions.
- Created successful plans to maximize profits and reduce loss.
- Contributed to merchandising ideas at team meetings to increase sales.
- Increased sales by optimizing in-store promotional strategies.
- Oversaw annual store budget and worked closely with corporate and financial departments on reporting and payroll.
- Directed and supervised staff performance.
- Counted and balanced registers.
- Monitored inventory levels and placed new orders for merchandise to keep supply well-stocked.
- Trained, managed and motivated employees to promote professional skill development.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Coached staff on strategies to enhance performance and improve customer relations.
- Responded to customer inquiries and delivered appropriate information after carefully researching issues.
- Completed thorough opening, closing and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
- Mentored newly hired staff in upselling techniques to improve sales.
- Researched out-of-stock items to find additional inventory in other store locations.
- Conducted department walkthroughs to assess and remedy factors such as cleanliness, inadequate stock levels and poor merchandising.
- Determined complete order accuracy by examining merchandise to verify price and quantity.
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- Supervised successful, well-supplied and highly organized establishment thanks to consistent oversight and regular cleanliness inspections.
- Built lasting client relationships by organizing and planning sales events.
- Managed daily operations, client relations and IT.
- Processed credit card payments and counted back change and currency with [Number]% accuracy rate.
- Kept department on-target to meet sales and profit objectives by minimizing waste and pursuing revenue generation opportunities.
- Devised, implemented and managed promotions to enhance store profits and drive customer engagement.
- Supported long-term business strategies, generating guest relations feedback for process improvements.