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Joshua Jahn

Salem,OR

Summary

Experienced retail leader with over 12 years in the industry, specializing in retail operations, team management, and customer experience. Throughout my career, I have built a strong foundation in driving business growth by leading high-performing teams, fostering a positive and inclusive workplace culture, and ensuring exceptional employee engagement and customer satisfaction.

Passionate about developing and mentoring talent, I focus on optimizing operational processes and implementing customer-centric strategies that drive results. As a hands-on leader, I am dedicated to creating environments where teams feel empowered, valued, and motivated to succeed.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

General Manager

Old Navy
10.2020 - 01.2025

General Manager | Old Navy
As a dynamic and results-driven leader, I spearheaded sales growth, exceptional customer service, and seamless store operations. In my role, I was responsible for leading, developing, and mentoring a high-performing team, consistently meeting and exceeding sales targets. I ensured the store's operational and financial goals were met through strategic planning and efficient resource management.

Key responsibilities included:

  • Team Leadership & Development: Led and motivated a team of leaders and associates to achieve peak performance, fostering a positive, inclusive, and collaborative work environment.
  • Sales & Performance Management: Set and achieved ambitious sales targets, leveraging effective strategies to drive revenue growth and meet company objectives.
  • Operational Excellence: Managed day-to-day store operations, ensuring efficiency and consistency in meeting operational standards and financial goals.
  • Customer Relationship Management: Cultivated strong customer relationships, delivering a superior shopping experience that fostered customer loyalty and satisfaction.
  • Merchandising Strategy: Implemented and executed impactful visual merchandising strategies to optimize product presentation and drive sales.

Assistant General Manager

Old Navy
02.2019 - 10.2020
  • Ensured products were displayed in an organized and visually appealing manner, maintaining optimal inventory levels and creating effective merchandising displays.
  • Worked closely with the visual merchandising team to design and execute captivating store layouts and seasonal setups.
  • Trained and developed managers and staff, ensuring a strong understanding of merchandising standards and effective communication of product information to customers.
  • Played a key role in maximizing sales potential by maintaining a visually inviting and well-organized store environment.

Assistant Manager of Merchandising

Old Navy
01.2018 - 02.2019
  • Drove profitable sales growth by overseeing all aspects of store operations, including customer experience, product management, merchandising, and talent development.
  • Executed store strategies to meet and exceed performance goals, ensuring alignment with company objectives.
  • Collaborated closely with the Assistant General Manager and General Manager to implement effective merchandising and operational strategies.
  • Trained and coached leads, experts, and brand associates on specific behaviors and best practices to enhance team performance and customer satisfaction.
  • Contributed to the creation of a strong team culture focused on achieving sales targets, maintaining visual standards, and driving business results.

Product and Marketing Specialist

Old Navy
03.2017 - 01.2018
  • Directed and managed shipment processes, ensuring timely and accurate deliveries while consistently adhering to company standards.
  • Implemented pricing, promotional, and marketing strategies that drove results surpassing company expectations.
  • Maintained a secure, organized, and efficient back-of-house and overstock area, supporting optimal inventory management and streamlined operations

Business and Training Specialist

Old Navy
01.2016 - 03.2017
  • Collaborated with the Business and Operations Manager to interview and hire sales associates, building a strong and effective team.
  • Conducted store audits focused on safety, loss prevention, store compliance, and risk management to ensure operational excellence.
  • Trained and managed sales associates across all positions, enhancing customer service, improving team performance, and driving sales growth.

Sales Associate

Old Navy
10.2012 - 01.2016

• Delivered exceptional customer service by consistently meeting and exceeding customer expectations,
ensuring a high level of satisfaction.

• Provided assistance to customers by addressing inquiries related to product information, discounts,
returns, exchanges, credit card applications, and store policies in a courteous and enthusiastic manner.

• Operated cash registers for sales transactions and returns, ensuring accurate and efficient processing
of payments while maintaining a high standard of integrity in cash handling.

Education

High School Diploma -

McNary High School
Keizer, OR

Associate of Arts -

Chemeketa Community College
Salem, OR

Skills

  • Team Leadership & Development
  • Sales Performance Management
  • Visual Merchandising Strategy
  • Inventory & Stock Management
  • Operational Efficiency
  • Staff Training & Coaching
  • Merchandise Planning & Execution
  • Customer Experience Optimization
  • Budgeting & Financial Management
  • Loss Prevention & Risk Management
  • Performance Analysis & Reporting
  • Promotional Strategy & Execution

Timeline

General Manager

Old Navy
10.2020 - 01.2025

Assistant General Manager

Old Navy
02.2019 - 10.2020

Assistant Manager of Merchandising

Old Navy
01.2018 - 02.2019

Product and Marketing Specialist

Old Navy
03.2017 - 01.2018

Business and Training Specialist

Old Navy
01.2016 - 03.2017

Sales Associate

Old Navy
10.2012 - 01.2016

High School Diploma -

McNary High School

Associate of Arts -

Chemeketa Community College
Joshua Jahn