Laura Barber
St Louis,MO
Summary
Results-driven sales professional with extensive experience in business management and client relations. Skilled in expanding networks, retaining key accounts, and increasing profitability through streamlined processes. Proven ability to tackle challenges with a strong work ethic and effective conflict resolution. Excels in independent work and quickly masters new concepts.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Store Manager of Operations
Nutrition Stop
Saint Peters, Missouri
08.2024 - Current
- Streamlined daily store operations to boost efficiency and customer satisfaction.
- Identified operational improvement areas to enhance overall effectiveness.
- Implemented process improvements to address operational issues and promote safety.
- Oversaw merchandising benchmarks to ensure operational excellence across the store.
- Organized promotional events, driving customer engagement and sales growth.
- Collaborated with senior management on long-term strategic planning initiatives.
- Maintained and updated store signage and displays for optimal visibility.
- Generated repeat business through responsive and knowledgeable customer service.
Assistant Store Director
Fresh Thyme Market
St. Louis, MO
10.2017 - 08.2024
- Directed daily operations of meat, produce, bakery, food service, grocery, natural living, and front end departments to enhance overall efficiency.
- Oversaw day-to-day operations, addressing employee relations, coordinating events, and evaluating weekly sales flyers.
- Facilitated positive shopping experiences for customers while fostering a supportive working environment for employees.
- Ensured compliance with store safety standards, focusing on food safety.
Sales Broker and Brand Ambassador
Various Brands, Natural Products Industry
St. Louis, MO
08.2012 - 01.2018
- Created compelling sales presentations showcasing product benefits and features, driving client engagement.
- Negotiated sales agreements to ensure favorable terms, enhancing client satisfaction and retention.
- Implemented successful sales strategies that increased revenue effectively.
- Cultivated existing client relationships through regular updates on new products and services, fostering loyalty.
- Conducted market research to identify emerging trends in the natural products industry.
- Monitored competitor activities to adapt sales tactics and sustain market position.
- Generated regular reports tracking progress against established sales goals and objectives.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Agribusiness, Environmental Science
Southeast Missouri State University
Cape Girardeau, MO05-2008
Skills
- Merchandising strategies
- Merchandise planning
- Pricing strategies
- Promotions management
- Inventory management
- Point of sale systems
- Safety compliance
- Team leadership
- Talent acquisition
- Work planning and prioritization
- Customer engagement
- Customer relations
- Effective communication
Timeline
Store Manager of Operations
Nutrition Stop
08.2024 - Current
Assistant Store Director
Fresh Thyme Market
10.2017 - 08.2024
Sales Broker and Brand Ambassador
Various Brands, Natural Products Industry
08.2012 - 01.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Agribusiness, Environmental Science
Southeast Missouri State University