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Kari Stibal-Braverman

Mound,MN

Summary

High-performing Store Leader specializing in retail environments with exceptional customer service etiquette and sales techniques. Results driven to meet and exceed company goals as well as internal and external customer expectations. Seeking a full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills and leadership experience.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Store Manager

Tommy Bahama
05.2023 - Current
  • Managed daily operations to ensure smooth functioning of the store, maintaining a clean, safe environment for customers and employees.
  • Oversaw loss prevention efforts, minimizing shrinkage by implementing effective security measures and training staff on proper procedures. Reduced shrink from 1.36% to .56% in 10 months.
  • Optimized labor scheduling according to store needs while adhering to budget constraints, maximizing productivity without compromising service quality.
  • Fostered a positive work environment by cultivating strong relationships between team members through team-building activities and consistent recognition of individual achievements.

Store Manager

Ann Taylor
10.2022 - 05.2023
  • Increased store profitability by implementing cost-saving measures and efficient inventory management strategies.
  • Improved customer satisfaction through staff training in customer service and product knowledge.
  • Maximized sales by creating innovative visual merchandising displays and store layouts.
  • Developed a successful employee retention plan, reducing staff turnover rates significantly.

Interior Design Consultant

Yetzer Home Design And Furnishings
09.2021 - 05.2022
    • Developed space planning concepts, color palette selections and textile presentations.
    • Developed key client relationships by providing design solutions that met needs and budgets without compromising quality or design intent.
    • Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.

Store Manager

Vineyard Vines
02.2019 - 09.2021
    • Engaged and interacted with customers to create positive shopping experiences and drive revenue growth
    • Applied performance data to evaluate and improve operations, target current business conditions and forecast needs
    • Delivered positive results by controlling monthly operations budget and limiting financial discrepancies

General Store Manager

Chico's FAS Inc.
12.2014 - 02.2019
    • Daily use of company data and reports to develop selling strategies and promote store growth
    • Promoted team collaboration, performance and efficiency by fostering environment focused on mutual success
    • Set effective store schedules based on forecasted customer levels, individual employee knowledge and service requirements.
    • Handled all merchandising, inventory control, loss prevention, operational tasks and maintenance

Human Resources Leader

JCPenney
01.2014 - 12.2014
    • Managed HR and Leadership functions for store, totaling 200+ associates and $17 Million annual sales
    • Employee recruitment, onboarding, training and development
    • Compensation, Benefits and Accommodations administration
    • Associate Relations functions including Performance Management and Associate Engagement

Multi-Store Human Resources Manager

Macy's
01.2012 - 01.2014
  • Managed all HR functions for 4 stores, totaling 700+ associates and $87 Million annual sales
  • Performance Management and Organizational Development
  • Associate Relations including engagement, workplace environment, team-building and disciplinary action
  • Compensation, Benefits and Accommodations administration
  • Evaluated training program success and presented strategic improvement recommendations to upper management.

Executive Sales Manager

Macy's
01.2011 - 01.2012
  • Managed RTW Fields of Business, grossing $6+ Million in sales annually
  • Coordinated with Store Merchandising, Visual, Operational, and Loss Prevention teams to ensure thorough communication and execution of all store activities
  • Fostered performance development of staff through ongoing coaching and mentoring on best practices

Store Manager

Ann Taylor
2000 - 2011
  • Coached team on product specifications, sales incentives and selling techniques to significantly improve NPS results
  • Applied performance data to evaluate and improve operations, target current business conditions and forecast needs.

Education

Boston University
Boston, MA

Skills

  • Excellent customer service skills
  • Merchandising excellence
  • Goal and detail oriented
  • Team and Business Leadership
  • Talent Recruitment
  • Store Merchandising
  • POS Systems

Timeline

Store Manager

Tommy Bahama
05.2023 - Current

Store Manager

Ann Taylor
10.2022 - 05.2023

Interior Design Consultant

Yetzer Home Design And Furnishings
09.2021 - 05.2022

Store Manager

Vineyard Vines
02.2019 - 09.2021

General Store Manager

Chico's FAS Inc.
12.2014 - 02.2019

Human Resources Leader

JCPenney
01.2014 - 12.2014

Multi-Store Human Resources Manager

Macy's
01.2012 - 01.2014

Executive Sales Manager

Macy's
01.2011 - 01.2012

Store Manager

Ann Taylor
2000 - 2011

Boston University

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