Jordan Loftis
Asheville,NC
Summary
Responsive team leader with strong sales background combined with motivational and encouraging style. Talented trainer, problem-solver and planner that takes on routine and complex job functions to promote business success. Strong operational background with heavy experience in inventory management, supply management, scheduling, profit and loss planning, and overall business vitals. Heavy focus on team development and internal growth.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Store Manager
Lowes Home Improvment
Asheville, NC
04.2024 - 07.2024
- Focus on inventory management and store
- Provided training to new employees on company policies and procedures.
- Collaborated with other departments within the organization to coordinate promotions, events, and special projects.
- Identified areas of operational inefficiency and implemented solutions to streamline processes.
- Organized weekly meetings with department heads to review progress on key objectives.
- Maintained a safe working environment by enforcing safety regulations.
Assistant Store Manager
Lowe's
Marion , NC
07.2021 - 04.2024
- Assisted in continuous development of effective store associates to achieve desired sales and results.
- Completed frequent walk-throughs and directed team members to correct issues impacting store appearance or professionalism.
- Coached and developed store associates through formal and informal interactions.
- Oversaw aspects of maintenance, inventory and daily activity management.
- Delegated assignments based on team strengths to optimize floor coverage and service levels.
- Utilized the big three areas of the store daily, merchandising, operations, and specialty.
- Proficient in all aspects of store management with a direct focus on sales and operations.
- Developed strategies for increasing store profitability by analyzing financial data and implementing cost-saving measures.
- Conducted regular performance reviews of staff members in order to identify areas for improvement.
- Maintained a safe working environment by enforcing safety regulations.
Department Supervisor
Lowes
Marion , NC
02.2021 - 06.2021
- Mentored employees and instructed on management of complicated sales, complex issues and difficult customers.
- Maintained inventory accuracy by counting stock-on-hand and reconciling discrepancies.
- Reviewed sales reports to enhance sales performance and improve inventory management accuracy.
- Connected with customers daily to understand needs, provide assistance and collect feedback to optimize operations.
- Enhanced sales by implementing merchandising and promotional improvements.
- Managed paint, appliances, kitchen cabinets, and millwork departments.
Department Supervisor
Home Depot
Apex, NC
11.2016 - 08.2020
- Maintained inventory accuracy by counting stock-on-hand and reconciling discrepancies.
- Reviewed sales reports to enhance sales performance and improve inventory management accuracy.
- Managed inventory and stock levels in coordination with purchasing and receiving department.
- Enhanced sales by implementing merchandising and promotional improvements.
- Mentored employees and instructed on management of complicated sales, complex issues and difficult customers.
- Supervised eight to fifteen employees in hardware, garden, and lumber department's and delegated each one with tasks and responsibilities.
- Managed a variety of departments including inside/outside garden, hardware, receiving, overnight freight, lumber, and electrical.
Maintenance Worker
Mt. Mitchell State Park
Burnsville, NC
05.2016 - 08.2016
- Performed tasks to maintain on-site physical security, safety and efficiency.
- Repaired equipment and machinery, performing maintenance according to updated industry standards.
- Inspected and maintained facilities to maximize cleanliness and support upkeep targets.
Education
Associate of Science - Business Administration And Management
Asheville Buncombe Technical Community College
Asheville, NCSome College (No Degree) - Wildlife Biology
North Carolina State University
Raleigh, NCSkills
- Leadership
- Multi-tasking mastery
- Decisiveness
- Supply and inventory management
- Staff development
- Strategic Planning
- Schedule management
- Workplace Safety
- Problem Resolution
- communication
- Teaching and development
- Public speaking
- Forestry
Timeline
Assistant Store Manager
Lowes Home Improvment
04.2024 - 07.2024
Assistant Store Manager
Lowe's
07.2021 - 04.2024
Department Supervisor
Lowes
02.2021 - 06.2021
Department Supervisor
Home Depot
11.2016 - 08.2020
Maintenance Worker
Mt. Mitchell State Park
05.2016 - 08.2016
Associate of Science - Business Administration And Management
Asheville Buncombe Technical Community College
Some College (No Degree) - Wildlife Biology
North Carolina State University