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OfficeManager

Kaeleigh Ellis

Jacksonville,NC

Summary

Seasoned Store Manager offering leadership experience in administrative positions and overall store operations. Well-versed in industry practices and procedures. Top-notch management abilities in financial, personnel and clerical areas.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Store Manager of Operations

Journeys Shoe Store
Wilmington, NC
05.2024 - Current
  • Increased sales by Number% with special displays and promotions.
  • Increased store traffic by organizing engaging events and promotions that appealed to target customers.
  • Maximized sales and minimized shrinkage through excellent customer service and adherence to standard practices.
  • Coordinated with regional management on strategic planning initiatives aimed at improving store performance within the district or territory as a whole.
  • Facilitated open communication channels between staff members and upper management by conducting regular team meetings, fostering transparency in decision-making processes.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving issues promptly and maintaining a clean, organized store environment.
  • Managed budget allocation for staffing, inventory, and other operational expenses to maximize profitability.
  • Optimized staff scheduling to accommodate peak business periods without compromising quality of service or employee satisfaction.
  • Evaluated store performance metrics to identify areas of improvement and implement necessary changes for better results.
  • Conducted regular audits of all store departments to ensure adherence to operational standards and identify areas requiring attention or improvement.
  • Mentored employees for professional growth, fostering a positive work culture that encouraged collaboration and teamwork.
  • Completed point of sale opening and closing procedures.
  • Managed inventory control, cash control, and store opening and closing procedures.
  • Assisted with hiring, training and mentoring new staff members.
  • Monitored daily cash discrepancies, inventory shrinkage and drive-off.

Office Manager

REEDS Jewelers
Jacksonville, NC
03.2023 - Current
  • Maintained computer and physical filing systems.
  • Created, maintained and updated filing systems for paper and electronic documents.
  • Updated reports, managed accounts, and generated reports for company database.
  • Oversaw office inventory activities by ordering and requisitions and stocking and shipment receiving.

Sales Associate

Turners Furniture
Valdosta, GA
09.2022 - 01.2023

• Greet and engage guests in a friendly, inviting & non-business manner

• Establish rapport with guests, strong interpersonal skills, and excellent listening skills

• Make guests comfortable enough for them to share their home furnishing needs so you can bring their visions to life

• Schedule Deliveries

• Help apply for credit or other loan type services • Problem solving

Sales Associate

Victoria's Secret & PINK
Valdosta, GA
08.2020 - 05.2021

• Creating customer awareness of programs available to them, (i.e. Victoria’s Secret Angel Card (US only), phone and email capture) to build customer loyalty, when applicable

• Driving top line store sales results and growing the business through

action and productivity

• Taking initiative to recover and replenish merchandise, so it is available to sell

• Keeping an awareness of, and building personal capability in, loss prevention

• Maintaining a focus on bras as the premier product differentiator, to build loyalty and support our "Best at Bras" culture

• Assisting in housekeeping of sales floor and communicating maintenance issues

Cashier

Market Basket
Bourne, MA
10.2016 - 06.2017
  • Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
  • Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
  • Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
  • Counted money in cash drawers at beginning and end of shifts to maintain accuracy.
  • Worked closely with shift manager to solve problems and handle customer concerns.

Assistant Floral Manager

Shaw's Supermarket
Plymouth, MA
09.2012 - 10.2016

• Create Custom Floral bouquets, boutonnieres, Arrangements & Balloon arrangements

• Create custom fruit & produce platters for parties

• Cut and assemble fruit cups/bowls

• Greet customers in a friendly and professional manner, providing excellent customer service

• Accurately scan items for purchase, using the point-of-sale system

• Process payments from customers, including cash, credit cards, checks, and gift cards

• Count money in the register drawer at the beginning and end of each shift to ensure accuracy

Education

Bachelor Of Applied Science - Criminology

Southern New Hampshire University
Hooksett, NH

Associate Of Applied Arts - Graphic Design

Full Sail University
Winter Park, FL
01.2022

Associate Of Applied Science - Criminal Justice

Cape Cod Community College
West Barnstable, MA
01.2017

Skills

Customer Relations

Senior Leadership Support

Team Bonding

Information Protection

Credit and Collections

Written Communication

Office Management Software

Technical Support

Client Correspondence

Microsoft Office

Office Supplies and Inventory

Organizational Skills

Excellent Multitasking Abilities

Workflow Optimization

Email Correspondence

Photography Shoots

Evaluate Performance

Documentation

Adobe Creative Suit

Commission based sales

OSHA

Assistant Manager Experience

Microsoft products

Store Manager

Schedule Making

Timeline

Store Manager of Operations

Journeys Shoe Store
05.2024 - Current

Office Manager

REEDS Jewelers
03.2023 - Current

Sales Associate

Turners Furniture
09.2022 - 01.2023

Sales Associate

Victoria's Secret & PINK
08.2020 - 05.2021

Cashier

Market Basket
10.2016 - 06.2017

Assistant Floral Manager

Shaw's Supermarket
09.2012 - 10.2016

Bachelor Of Applied Science - Criminology

Southern New Hampshire University

Associate Of Applied Arts - Graphic Design

Full Sail University

Associate Of Applied Science - Criminal Justice

Cape Cod Community College
Kaeleigh Ellis