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Kendra Grothem
Slidell,LA
Summary
Reliable, motivated, and experienced leader with strong background in guiding teams, managing complex projects, and achieving strategic objectives. Excels in developing efficient processes, ensuring high standards, and aligning efforts with organizational goals. Known for collaborative approach and commitment to excellence.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Team Leader - Specialty Sales
Target
09.2023 - 12.2024
- Improved overall team performance with regular coaching, mentoring, and employee development initiatives.
- Oversaw daily operations including freight completion by noon, 100% RFID scan completion, 97.5% INF rate, and
- Fostered a positive work environment by promoting collaboration, open communication, and mutual respect among team members and peers.
- Provided yearly reviews to team members to assess performance and give appropriate feedback.
Executive Team Leader - Remodel
Target
12.2022 - 09.2023
- Managed 15 team members through a multi-million dollar, total-store remodel while maintaining a disruption score of >4%.
- Developed comprehensive project plans with clear timelines and milestones, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality results within the 6-month timeline.
- Established and maintained effective communication among team members and contractors for enhanced collaboration and successful project completion.
- Monitored progress against established goals, adjusting schedules and resources as needed to keep projects on track.
- Developed strong relationships with stakeholders through regular communication updates, fostering trust and confidence in the team's ability to deliver results.
Executive Team Leader - Remodel
Target
05.2022 - 12.2022
- Maintained open communication by presenting regular updates on project status on a daily and weekly basis to stakeholders and store team.
- Monitored project progress, identified risks and took corrective action as needed.
- Completed deliverables within tight deadlines, coordinating team efforts and prioritizing tasks effectively throughout the 5-month project.
- Enhanced team performance with targeted training programs, addressing skill gaps and promoting professional development.
Team Leader - Remodel
Target
12.2021 - 05.2022
- Led a small team through a backroom remodel to promote efficiency and capacity of online ordering to accommodate a 15% increase in online traffic.
- Set performance expectations for the team, monitoring progress towards goals and providing constructive feedback as needed.
- Empowered team members by delegating responsibilities according to individual strengths and areas of expertise.
- Maintained an inclusive and diverse team culture, promoting respect and understanding among all members.
- Maintained a safe work environment with employee training programs and enforcement of safety procedures.
Visual Merchandiser
Target
10.2020 - 12.2021
- Worked with store leaders to implement new displays, promotions and store layout changes to increase sales and decrease INF rates to >3%.
- Trained and supervised team members in visual merchandising techniques for consistent brand presentation across the store.
- Revamped store layout to improve customer flow and overall shopping experience, resulting in better customer satisfaction ratings and increasing sales.
- Analyzed sales data and customer feedback to develop creative solutions to improve customer experience.
- Optimized inventory by creating visually appealing displays that also highlighted slow-moving items, thus reducing stock levels.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Project Management
Bellevue University
Bellevue, NE12-2024
Skills
- Relationship building and management
- Goals and performance
- Workflow planning
- Project planning
- Project management
- Strategic planning
- Quality management
- Customer-oriented
- Interpersonal skills
- Self-motivated
- Organized
- Driven
Timeline
Executive Team Leader - Specialty Sales
Target
09.2023 - 12.2024
Executive Team Leader - Remodel
Target
12.2022 - 09.2023
Executive Team Leader - Remodel
Target
05.2022 - 12.2022
Team Leader - Remodel
Target
12.2021 - 05.2022
Visual Merchandiser
Target
10.2020 - 12.2021
Bachelor of Science - Project Management
Bellevue University
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeContract WorkWork Location
HybridOn-SiteRemoteImportant To Me
Career advancementWork-life balanceCompany CulturePersonal development programsHealthcare benefitsWork from home optionPaid time offPaid sick leave401k matchSoftware
Microsoft Project
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