Kimberly Lake

Highly experienced General Manager with deep understanding of business analysis and trends. Extensive knowledge of store results enables awareness of external competitive landscape, including sales forecasting, store profitability, and Talent Acquisition. Background working with reputable retailers such as Wal-Mart and Kohls. Excels at guiding direct reports and peers to achieve financial targets as measured by store Profit and Loss statement. Deliberate execution and strong drive for success supported by persistent nature and track record of achievement. Passionate about own success and seeing others succeed. Takes pleasure in developing people, providing necessary tools for success, and firmly believing in empowerment.

• Run a Top 250 High Volume, Low capacity complex store.
• 1 of 10 stores in the brand to successfully test 2 new technology programs (RFID and CRAVE) for the brand.
• LME (Labor management Expert) for the Mid South Region which consist of 9 Districts and 104 stores. support Forecasting and Labor Management for the Region.
• Analyzes results, identifies opportunities and makes decisions in collaboration with the leadership team to drive key performance indicators
• support 10 stores in the District with Store compliance.
• Leads the implementation and execution of all standard operating procedures and initiatives.
• Manages store budget for daily operations in support of the P&L
• Teaches and trains to build capabilities
• Promotes community Involvement
• Leverages OMNI to deliver a frictionless customer experience