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Lauren Rowland

Raleigh,NC

Summary

Detail-Oriented Retail Manager experienced in leading teams and implementing policies that enhance staff satisfaction and achieve objectives. Developed strong relationships while demonstrating effective multitasking and decision-making skills, ensuring smooth operations. Focused on mentoring talent, managing performance, and applying training strategies to enhance employee engagement and drive overall success.

Overview

1
1
Certification
7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant Manager

Uniquities
08.2025 - Current
  • Assisted in managing daily studio operations and scheduling classes.
  • Trained new staff on customer service protocols and operational procedures.
  • Provided guidance and support to junior staff members on daily tasks, projects, and objectives.
  • Coordinated with other departments to ensure smooth flow of operations.
  • Planned and led team meetings to review business results and communicate new and ongoing priorities.
  • Coordinated marketing efforts, enhancing visibility and attendance for upcoming events.
  • Established processes for monitoring customer satisfaction, ensuring feedback was systematically addressed.
  • Completed thorough opening, closing, and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
  • Remained calm and professional in stressful circumstances and effectively diffused tense situations.
  • Mentored newly hired employees, providing essential knowledge of company programs and fostering their integration into the team.

Sales Associate

Wild dove Boutique
09.2024 - 06.2025
  • Guided customers in product selection and delivered tailored styling advice to enhance shopping experience.
  • Built and maintained strong relationships with customers, resulting in a high rate of repeat business and referrals
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction through proactive communication and support.
  • Promoted customer satisfaction through effective communication and support.
  • Provided exceptional customer service, resolving inquiries and complaints promptly to ensure customer
  • Managed inventory levels and designed merchandise displays to improve visual appeal and accessibility.

• Conducted regular stock checks and restocked inventory to ensure optimal availability on the sales floor.

Key Holder

Skin Laundry
04.2024 - 07.2024
  • Effectively introduce and promote customized, no-downtime facials and products specific to the personal skincare needs for current and prospective clients.
  • Delivered product knowledge and skincare advice, helping customers make informed purchasing decisions.

• Provided education to clients about skincare protocols. on the importance of the skin care protocols.

• Designed tailored experiences to boost client engagement and satisfaction.

• Displayed before and after photos to demonstrate client results. to clients and updating photos for results.

• Consistently seeking, obtaining, and converting new clients.

• Sought, obtained, and converted new clients to expand customer base.

Store Manager

Cloth + Design
09.2020 - 04.2023
  • Managed all facets of business operations, including merchandise inventory, sales tracking, and employee scheduling to optimize store performance.
  • Managed all facets of the business to include merchandise inventory, total sales, and employee work schedules.
  • Oversaw inventory management, ensuring accurate stock levels for timely replenishment and reduced stockouts.
  • Trained and supervised staff to enhance team performance and service quality.
  • Led, trained, and developed new employees to become valuable members of our work team.
  • Directed online storefront, updating inventory and incorporating new products to enhance brand alignment and customer engagement.
  • Decided on inventory for orders one to two seasons before delivery.

Sale Associate

Pure Barre
07.2021 - 11.2022
  • Sold memberships and tracked cancellation requests for management review.
  • Processed transactions using point-of-sale system efficiently.
  • Assisted clients in selecting fitness apparel and accessories.
  • Processed transactions using point-of-sale system with accuracy.
  • Maintained clean and organized sales floor to enhance customer experience.
  • Replenished sales floor with merchandise to maintain an organized shopping environment. and prepping the floors for sales.
  • Unboxed inventory shipments and sorted items for display on sales floor. and updating inventory system.
  • Managed access codes for alarm monitoring systems at multiple Pure Barre locations to enhance security. to the alarm monitoring systems of multiple Pure Barre locations.

Assistant Manager

CycleBar
09.2019 - 03.2020
  • Coordinated daily operations to ensure a welcoming atmosphere for guests.
  • Screened, selected, and interviewed candidates, resulting in the successful hiring of two employees.
  • Trained sales associates on duties within the studio and the POS system.
  • Coordinated class schedules and ensured smooth instructor transitions.
  • Executed marketing initiatives that effectively promoted new classes and events.
  • Assisted members with retail merchandise to satisfy their needs and increase brand awareness.

Education

High School Diploma -

Northwest Cabarrus High School
Kannapolis, NC
06.2017

Bachelor of Science - Accounting

Appalachian State University
Boone, NC
05-2028

Skills

  • Client management
  • Customer service
  • Sales strategies
  • Promotional strategies coordination
  • Sales analytics
  • Inventory management
  • Project management abilities
  • Operational management
  • Marketing coordination
  • Team collaboration
  • Team leadership
  • Staff development
  • Staff training
  • Recruiting and interviewing
  • Employee scheduling
  • Team building
  • Performance reviewing
  • Employee performance evaluation
  • Conflict resolution
  • Communication skills
  • Problem solving
  • Time management
  • Workload management
  • Decision-making
  • Delegation skills
  • Negotiation
  • Financial management
  • Budgeting and finance
  • Cost control
  • Compliance
  • Policy enforcement
  • Policy administration
  • Succession planning
  • Process improvement
  • Process improvement strategies
  • Strategic planning
  • Customer satisfaction
  • Reporting and documenting
  • Customer relationships
  • Merchandise display
  • Digital marketing
  • Event promotion
  • Brand management
  • Customer management (CRM)
  • Customer rapport
  • Customer relations
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Adobe Creative Suite
  • Meeting facilitation
  • Rewards program oversight
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Communication skills
  • Team motivation techniques
  • Sales growth
  • Financial management
  • Meeting facilitation
  • Promotional planning
  • Customer engagement
  • Financial reporting
  • Orientation and training
  • Creative software
  • Team motivation techniques

Certification

  • Pure Barre Teacher certified

Timeline

Assistant Manager

Uniquities
08.2025 - Current

Sales Associate

Wild dove Boutique
09.2024 - 06.2025

Key Holder

Skin Laundry
04.2024 - 07.2024

Sale Associate

Pure Barre
07.2021 - 11.2022

Store Manager

Cloth + Design
09.2020 - 04.2023

Assistant Manager

CycleBar
09.2019 - 03.2020

High School Diploma -

Northwest Cabarrus High School

Bachelor of Science - Accounting

Appalachian State University