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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Additional Information
Certification
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Kristina Aguirre

McHenry,IL

Summary

Seeking position in automotive service management with Opportunity to Advance. With over 16 years of Service Industry practice, I bring positive energy, Problem solving skills and confident, direct, pro-active interaction with customers and peers, while maintaining time frames, operational styles, and the responsibility of keeping a team and store flowing smoothly. I am collaborative, patient and conscientious in my professional practice. I am very competitive, goal oriented and motivated with a strife to succeed, overcome, and grow. I am a leader before I am a boss. I am TEAM focused, with a strong belief and mantra that If you take care of your employees, your employees will take care of your business.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Automotive Service Manager

INGLESIDE AUTO AND TIRE
08.2023 - Current
  • Maximized revenue generation by upselling additional services to customers based on vehicle needs and manufacturer recommendations.
  • Assisted in budget preparation and forecasting activities, ensuring optimal resource allocation to achieve financial objectives.
  • Maintained accurate records of all repairs performed, ensuring proper documentation for warranty claims and future reference for clients.
  • Achieved 90% increase in productivity in fixed operations, parts and service.
  • Developed strong relationships with vendors, securing competitive pricing on parts and supplies for the repair facility.
  • Conducted thorough evaluations of technician performance, providing constructive feedback and coaching to improve overall productivity.
  • Ensured compliance with all relevant federal, state, and local regulations governing automotive repair facilities, maintaining necessary licenses and certifications.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by implementing efficient service processes and streamlining communication between technicians and clients.
  • Implemented a preventative maintenance program for all shop equipment, reducing downtime and extending the useful life of critical assets.
  • Managed a team of automotive technicians, ensuring timely completion of repairs and adherence to quality standards.
  • Reduced wait times for customers by optimizing scheduling and resource allocation within the service department.
  • Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated to other team members.

General Manager /District Training Store Manager

Caseys' General Stores
05.2023 - 06.2024

Related Work : Circle K and Thorntons

Responsible for day to day operation of C store atmosphere.

  • Increased overall company efficiency by streamlining operations and implementing innovative managerial strategies.
  • Developed and executed strategic plans for business growth and expansion, resulting in increased market share.
  • Managed a diverse team of professionals, fostering a positive work environment and high employee satisfaction.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with clients, vendors, and partners to ensure long-term success and loyalty.
  • Implemented effective cost-saving measures to reduce overhead expenses without compromising quality or service.
  • Championed continuous improvement initiatives that enhanced operational performance across all departments.

Store Manager

Circle K
09.2016 - 12.2022
  • Invoicing and point of sale processes used daily
  • Responsible for Cash Accuracy, Accounting, Banking, Organizing, Cleaning,
  • Balancing of finances day to day as well as shift trends and security camera focus to avoid any shrink issues
  • Create and submit inventory orders based on product flow and transaction patterns
  • Maintain inventory levels by the use of daily, weekly and monthly category counts and audits
  • Responsible for the hiring, training, and development of Store Personnel
  • Recruit and Hire for other Locations
  • Responsible for making deadlines, surpassing budgets, maintaining turnover, and marketing in accordance with monthly sales plans
  • Ran Multiple high volume stores at once including food stores with full kitchens.
  • Worked with ECOSURE to maintain proper sanitation standard inside stores.
  • My duty as a manager is to make sure the doors stay open and hire the right team so the clientele departs happier than they were when they arrived
  • I have won numerous awards and recognition for best practices and High Performance Management Skills


Store Manager

Thorntons Inc
01.2010 - 09.2016
  • Invoicing and point of sale processes used daily
  • Responsible for Cash Accuracy, Accounting, Banking, Organizing, Cleaning,
  • Balancing of finances day to day as well as shift trends and security camera focus to avoid any shrink issues
  • Create and submit inventory orders based on product flow and transaction patterns
  • Maintain inventory levels by the use of daily, weekly and monthly category counts and audits
  • Responsible for the hiring, training, and development of Store Personnel
  • Recruit and Hire for other Locations
  • Responsible for making deadlines, surpassing budgets, maintaining turnover, and marketing in accordance with monthly sales plans

This was the same as Circle K because it was almost exactly the same job. I took more responsibility at Circle K and was up for promotion to region trainer as well as Marketing Manager.

Education

High School Diploma -

Harry D Jacobs High School
Algonquin, IL
05.2005

Certification in Cosmetology, Anatomy, Chemistry, Science - Cosmetology And Anatomy

G Beauty Institutes
West Dundee, IL
05.2009

Skills

  • Retail Management (10 years)
  • Key Holder (10 years)
  • Microsoft office (10 years)
  • Customer Service Skills (10 years)
  • Excel (10 years)
  • Supervising experience
  • Customer service
  • Mentoring
  • Performance Management
  • Recruiting
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Sales
  • Produce
  • Management
  • Store management
  • Budgeting
  • Microsoft Word
  • Microsoft Outlook
  • Customer Relations
  • Technical Teaching
  • Manual Dexterity
  • Artist Projects Editioning
  • Deliver to Deadline
  • Invoicing
  • Credit Control
  • Record Keeping
  • Advertising Social Media
  • Attention to Detail
  • Discipline
  • Training Expertise
  • Employee Retention
  • KPI
  • PNL

Additional Information

  • Willing to relocate: Anywhere, Authorized to work in the US for any employer

Certification

Serv Safe Certification

BASSET Certification


Timeline

Automotive Service Manager

INGLESIDE AUTO AND TIRE
08.2023 - Current

General Manager /District Training Store Manager

Caseys' General Stores
05.2023 - 06.2024

Store Manager

Circle K
09.2016 - 12.2022

Store Manager

Thorntons Inc
01.2010 - 09.2016

Serv Safe Certification

BASSET Certification


High School Diploma -

Harry D Jacobs High School

Certification in Cosmetology, Anatomy, Chemistry, Science - Cosmetology And Anatomy

G Beauty Institutes
Kristina Aguirre