High-energy Store Manager bringing extensive experience in retail settings. Set and enforced consistent standards to maintain staff satisfaction and meet performance targets. Dynamic relationship-builder with organized nature and sound judgment focused on maximizing team efficiency.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
U-Haul Store Manager
U-Haul Moving and Storage of Redding
05.2010 - Current
Proficient in driving and maintaining trucks including but not limited to pick-up trucks, cargo vans and 10-26 foot trucks.
Proficient in towing and maintaining several styles of trailers.
Certified in operating and maintaining several types of forklifts.
Installing hitches on any vehicle.
Vehicle maintenance including but not limited to tire rotation/maintenance, changing tires, radiator work changing oil and brake repair/maintenance.
Promoted team collaboration, performance, and efficiency by fostering healthy environments focused on mutual success.
Managed store employees successfully in fast-paced environment through proactive communication and positive feedback.
Approved regular payroll submissions for employees.
Hiring, training and mentoring new staff members.
Handled problematic customers and clients to maintain excellent customer service.
Cultivated and strengthened lasting client relationships using strong issue resolution and dynamic communication skills.
Set effective store schedules based on forecasted customer levels, individual employee knowledge, and service requirements.
Managed inventory control, cash control, and store opening and closing procedures.
Hiring, training and mentoring new staff members.
Upheld and communicated store programs and standards to employees for optimal quality, freshness, safety and cleanliness.
Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.
Manager/insurance Agent
Cost U Less Insurance
05.2005 - 06.2009
Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
Set aggressive targets for employees to drive company success and strengthen motivation.
Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated to other team members.
Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
Tire Technician
Costco Wholesale Corp
12.1996 - 05.2005
Inflated tires to prescribed PSI per load requirements to optimize tire safety.
Rotated, mounted and balanced tires on cars, trucks, and vans.
Dismounted, mounted, and repaired tires according to manufacturer specifications.
cross trained in multiple departments including cashier, food court, stocker and bakery.
Inspected vehicle brakes, shocks and suspension systems, making repair recommendations to restore condition.
Serviced customer vehicles quickly and accurately to meet daily appointment schedules.