KATE HOFFMAN
Temecula,CA
Summary
Experienced in leading diverse teams and managing multi-million dollar operations, with a focus on enhancing business growth and efficiency. Adept at developing employee relations and implementing strategic initiatives to improve cost-effectiveness and productivity. Strong communicator committed to driving performance and achieving organizational goals.
Overview
1
1
Certification
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Store Manager
MCCS Pacific Views Exchange
Camp Pendleton
04.2023 - Current
- Oversaw daily operations at Pacific Views Exchange, realizing $53 million in yearly sales.
Coordinated engaging in-store events to attract customers and increase revenue.
Partnered with management on inventory strategies to maximize efficiency and turnover.
Contributed to store remodeling efforts, enhancing visual appeal and customer flow.
Area Sales Manager
CAMP PENDLETON MARINE CORPS EXCHANGE
06.2013 - 04.2023
- Responsible for all business operations in the Consumables, Firearms and Sporting Goods departments which have annual sales of 11.4 million.
- My primary responsibilities include: all daily business operations, inventory control, loss prevention, employee relations and development, supervision, and merchandising.
- Additional duties include: using Windows and Microsoft Office, role modeling excellent customer service, and scheduling appropriate labor to meet business needs.
- Currently have an active certificate of eligibility (COE) and Tier 3 background check.
Store Manager
CAMP PENDLETON MARINE MART
11.2011 - 06.2013
- Responsible for all business operations within the Marine Mart and The Vineyard with annual sales of over 8.0 million.
- Worked directly with Divisional Sales Managers and vendors to develop programs and promotions to enhance overall business growth.
- Completed yearly budget and ensured all controllable sections on financials were at acceptable or exceeds levels.
- My primary responsibilities included inventory control, personnel management of over 60 associates and overseeing Social Events which include wine/beer tasting, book signing and public relations.
Store Manager
CAMP PENDLETON MARINE MART
02.2011 - 11.2011
- Responsible for all business operations within the Marine Mart with annual sales of 4.0 million.
- Coordinated with the area command ensuring merchandise and operations were inline for the readiness of the Marines.
- My primary responsibilities included all daily business operations, procurement, customer relations, inventory control, loss prevention, employee relations and development, supervision, and merchandising.
- Additional duties included all daily backroom operations ensuring accuracy in the inventory.
Education
Personal Development -
Central Texas College
Killeen, TX01-2007
Associate of Arts Degree - Math and Science
Palomar Community College
San Marcos, CA01-2004
Retail Excellence -
Penn State
Leadership Skills for Managers -
Managing for Success -
10 Habits of Highly Effective People -
Skills
- Sound business judgement
- Efficient coordination of resources
- Clear communication
- Concise communication
- Effective communication
- Effective writing skills
- Management skills
- Supervisory skills
- Building company/employee relations
- Communication pathways
- Managing multiple projects
- Administering multiple projects
- Structuring staff development
- Implementing staff development
- Professional integrity
- Team player
Certification
- Retail Excellence - Penn State
- Leadership Skills for Managers
- Managing for Success
- 10 Habits of Highly Effective People
Timeline
Assistant Store Manager
MCCS Pacific Views Exchange
04.2023 - Current
Area Sales Manager
CAMP PENDLETON MARINE CORPS EXCHANGE
06.2013 - 04.2023
Store Manager
CAMP PENDLETON MARINE MART
11.2011 - 06.2013
Store Manager
CAMP PENDLETON MARINE MART
02.2011 - 11.2011
Personal Development -
Central Texas College
Associate of Arts Degree - Math and Science
Palomar Community College
Retail Excellence -
Penn State