Krista Bothum
Lynnwood,WA
Summary
Dynamic professional with a robust background in project and store management. Skilled in effective communication, staff training, and operational oversight, contributing to enhanced team performance and customer satisfaction. Eager to leverage proven skills to optimize project outcomes.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications
Work History
Project Manager
Self-employeed
Seattle, WA
01.2024 - Current
- Coordinated resources and timelines to ensure project completion.
- Managed client communications and expectations throughout projects.
- Facilitated team meetings to align goals and address challenges.
- Managed multiple projects with competing deadlines simultaneously.
- Built and established strong partnerships with teams, vendors and contractors.
- Forecasted, scheduled and monitored project timelines, personnel performance, and cost efficiency.
- Provided guidance to team members regarding tasks assigned to them.
Store Manager
Marshalls
Marysville, WA
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Managed daily store operations and ensured efficient workflow.
- Oversaw inventory management and product placement strategies.
- Coordinated team schedules to optimize coverage and productivity.
- Recruited, trained and supervised new employees.
- Evaluated store performance and incorporated feedback to implement improvement plans.
- Developed strategies to maximize sales and profitability.
Store Director
Victoria's Secret & PINK
Seattle, WA
03.2021 - 01.2023
- Managed team scheduling and facilitated effective communication among staff.
- Trained and mentored staff to improve customer service skills.
- Implemented loss prevention measures to safeguard company assets.
- Fostered a positive store culture that encouraged teamwork and collaboration.
- Oversaw inventory management through cycle counts, audits and shrinkage control.
- Hired, trained, and supervised store personnel including cashiers, stockers, department managers, and assistant directors.
Executive Team Leader
Target
Portland, OR
02.2017 - 03.2021
- Supervised daily operations to ensure efficient team performance.
- Coordinated team schedules to meet staffing needs during peak hours.
- Implemented operational procedures to streamline workflow and improve efficiency.
- Fostered a positive work environment through team-building activities and communication.
- Developed and implemented strategies to improve team performance, morale and engagement.
Market Manager
Columbia Sportswear
Portland, OR
06.2013 - 03.2017
- Developed marketing strategies to enhance brand visibility and drive consumer engagement.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to execute product launches and promotional campaigns.
- Built strong relationships with top customers and prospects and generated robust sales pipeline.
- Increased profits through effective sales training and troubleshooting profit loss areas.
- Set department standards for customer service, employee relations and overall profitability.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Pre-medicine
Portland State University
Portland, Oregon, ORMaster of Science - Medicine
Oregon Health & Science University
PortlandSkills
- Staff training
- Visual merchandising
- Customer relationship management
- Performance evaluation
- Effective communication
- Time management
- Operational efficiency
- People management
- Team building and leadership
- Problem-solving
Languages
French
Professional
Certification
Six sigma-Green Belt
Timeline
Project Manager
Self-employeed
01.2024 - Current
Store Manager
Marshalls
01.2023 - 01.2024
Store Director
Victoria's Secret & PINK
03.2021 - 01.2023
Executive Team Leader
Target
02.2017 - 03.2021
Market Manager
Columbia Sportswear
06.2013 - 03.2017
Bachelor of Science - Pre-medicine
Portland State University
Master of Science - Medicine
Oregon Health & Science University