LaTonya San Nicolas
Nashville,TN
Summary
Proven leader in retail management, adept at driving sales growth and staff development, with a track record of enhancing customer satisfaction at Walmart. Excels in strategic planning and CRM, leveraging team motivation and retail operations knowledge to exceed goals. Achieved significant improvements in productivity and customer relations through effective policy enforcement and staff training.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Manager
Dillards Department Store
09.2023 - Current
- Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and organized store environment to enhance the customer experience.
- Developed strong working relationships with staff, fostering a positive work environment.
- Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
- Leveraged data and analytics to make informed decisions and drive business improvements.
- Controlled resources and assets for department activities to comply with industry standards and government regulations.
- Managed senior-level personnel working in marketing and sales capacities.
- Launched quality assurance practices for each phase of development
- Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated to other team members.
- Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
- Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence.
- Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
- Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
- Coordinated with vendors to ensure timely delivery of products and resolve any supply chain issues.
- Created employee schedules to align coverage with forecasted demands.
- Scheduled staff shifts to ensure proper coverage during peak shopping hours without exceeding labor budgets.
- Increased sales through effective merchandising strategies and targeted promotions.
Store Manager
Madrag And 10 Spot
04.2018 - 02.2022
- Managed daily operations to ensure smooth functioning of the store, maintaining a clean, safe environment for customers and employees.
- Managed inventory control, cash control, and store opening and closing procedures.
- Addressed customer complaints promptly and professionally, resolving issues to maintain positive relationships with clientele.
- Managed store employees successfully in fast-paced environment through proactive communication and positive feedback.
- Assisted with hiring, training and mentoring new staff members.
- Improved customer satisfaction through staff training in customer service and product knowledge.
- Maintained proper product levels and inventory controls for merchandise and organized backroom to facilitate effective ordering and stock rotation.
- Completed point of sale opening and closing procedures.
- Mentored new hires during their onboarding process, ensuring they were well-equipped to excel in their roles from day one.
- Rotated merchandise and displays to feature new products and promotions.
- Maximized sales by creating innovative visual merchandising displays and store layouts.
- Conducted regular performance reviews for staff members, providing constructive feedback and opportunities for growth.
- Approved regular payroll submissions for employees.
- Reconciled daily sales transactions to balance and log day-to-day revenue.
- Maximized sales and minimized shrinkage through excellent customer service and adherence to standard practices.
- Fostered a positive work environment by cultivating strong relationships between team members through team-building activities and consistent recognition of individual achievements.
- Oversaw loss prevention efforts, minimizing shrinkage by implementing effective security measures and training staff on proper procedures.
- Promoted team collaboration, performance, and efficiency by fostering healthy environments focused on mutual success.
- Increased store profitability by implementing cost-saving measures and efficient inventory management strategies.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, policies by regularly reviewing store procedures and taking corrective measures when necessary.
- Upheld and communicated store programs and standards to employees for optimal quality, freshness, safety and cleanliness.
Retail-manager
Walmart
06.2007 - 01.2017
- Oversaw store operations, including opening and closing procedures, cash management, and safety compliance.
- Enhanced store appearance by maintaining cleanliness standards and visually appealing displays that showcased products effectively.
- Implemented daily operating procedures to keep store clean, adequately stocked, and well-organized.
- Improved customer satisfaction through proactive engagement, attentive service, and efficient problem resolution.
- Managed inventory control, ensuring optimal stock levels for in-demand products and reducing excess merchandise.
- Coached employees and trained on methods for handling various aspects of sales, complicated issues, and difficult customers.
- Controlled store inventory and reviewed cash handling and operations reports.
- Mentored team members to enhance professional development and accountability in workplace.
- Implemented loss prevention strategies to minimize shrinkage and maintain profitability.
- Completed daily paperwork and computer entry of sales data as established by management.
- Exceeded sales goals and accomplished business objectives by inspiring staff and promoting target products.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Healthcare
University Of Memphis
Memphis, TN12.2022
Skills
- Money Handling
- Customer Relations
- Team motivation
- Product and service knowledge
- Staff Training and Development
- Staff Supervision
- Task Delegation
- Staff Management
- Workload Management
- Retail Operations
- Customer rapport
- Recruiting and interviewing
- Customer Relationship Management (CRM)
- Staff Development
- Sales Growth
- Strategic Planning
- Policy Enforcement
Timeline
Assistant Manager
Dillards Department Store
09.2023 - Current
Store Manager
Madrag And 10 Spot
04.2018 - 02.2022
Retail-manager
Walmart
06.2007 - 01.2017
Bachelor of Science - Healthcare
University Of Memphis