Lauren Garcia
Huffman
Summary
Dynamic leader with extensive experience at Target, excelling in performance management and strategic planning. Proven track record in coaching teams to exceed sales targets, while enhancing operational processes. Skilled in recruitment and conflict resolution, fostering a high-performing and inclusive workplace culture. Recognized for driving significant improvements in team productivity.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Team Leader, Specialty Sales
Target
Spring
08.2022 - Current
- Facilitated collaboration between departments to maximize productivity levels across the organization.
- Provided coaching and mentoring support to direct reports and other team members.
- Provided guidance on strategic planning initiatives such as expansion plans or product launches.
- Identified areas of improvement in business operations processes, procedures and protocols.
- Conducted regular performance reviews with team members to assess individual strengths and weaknesses.
- Recruited individuals with talent, drive and experience, successfully adding unique dimensions to organization.
- Led a team of 50 individuals in achieving quarterly sales targets, exceeding goals.
Style Team Leader
Target
Atascocita
11.2017 - 08.2022
- Monitored team workload to prevent burnout and ensure equitable task distribution.
- Resolved customer complaints in an effective manner while maintaining a high level of customer service.
- Facilitated team meetings to discuss targets, strategies, and address any issues.
- Offered training and support to keep team members motivated and working toward objectives.
- Led a team of 20 individuals in achieving quarterly sales targets, exceeding goals.
Human Resources Team Member
Target
Atascocita
08.2012 - 11.2017
- Managed recruitment processes, including job postings, candidate screening, and interviews, ensuring timely and efficient hiring.
- Provided essential support to address individual HR needs of employees.
- Maintained employee records in the Human Resources Information System and updated data regularly.
- Led diversity and inclusion initiatives, promoting an inclusive workplace culture that values diversity.
- Maintained human resources records by processing applications and resumes.
- Conducted background checks and orientation, coordinating new employee onboarding process.
- Organized employee events such as team building activities, holiday parties, and recognition ceremonies.
Education
Associate of Arts -
Lonestar College
Kingwood, TX06-2016
Skills
- Performance management
- Strategic planning
- Coaching and mentoring
- Recruitment processes
- Conflict resolution
- Operational improvement
- Talent management
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Executive Team Leader, Specialty Sales
Target
08.2022 - Current
Style Team Leader
Target
11.2017 - 08.2022
Human Resources Team Member
Target
08.2012 - 11.2017
Associate of Arts -
Lonestar College
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