Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline
Generic
Lindsay Gaiters

Lindsay Gaiters

Kissimmee,FL

Summary

With over seven years of experience in retail and management, I have built a strong foundation in delivering exceptional customer experiences, enhancing operational efficiency, and leading teams to achieve organizational excellence. My career is defined by a commitment to fostering customer loyalty, resolving complex issues, and implementing strategies that drive measurable results. I specialize in optimizing customer service processes, mentoring high-performing teams, and leveraging data-driven insights to improve satisfaction and retention metrics. Furthermore, I am proven to lead teams to execute visual concepts seamlessly, ensure brand consistency, and analyze sales data to refine visual strategies for maximum impact. From window displays to floor layouts, I leverage industry trends and customer insights to create environments that captivate and convert.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant Manager/Visual Manager

Under Armour
01.2023 - 12.2024

Managed daily store operations including customer service, inventory management, and staff scheduling

  • Facilitated and developed a team of employees in a rapidly evolving environment, ensuring top-tier performance levels through mentorship, training, and effective resource allocation.
  • Led a diverse team of individuals, fostering collaboration and driving results.
  • Addressed customer issues to ensure satisfaction, thus increasing sales
  • Analyzed market trends to identify opportunities for product expansion or improvement
  • Implemented strategic marketing initiatives to drive revenue growth
  • Governed daily cash handling procedures, managing tills, and reconciling discrepancies as necessary
  • Managed scheduling for store shifts to achieve adequate staffing and eliminate over-scheduling.
  • Delegated tasks based on team strengths and individual talents to optimize floor coverage and service levels
  • Led teams in planning, implementing, and executing merchandising and operating initiatives to streamline business effectiveness
  • Maintained current graphics, signage, and other related sales collateral
  • Developed new and creative solutions to increase sales through effective window displays and interior layouts
  • Developed creative visual merchandising campaigns to focus on selling dormant stock to implement storage for new product flow
  • Presented updated floor plans and design strategies to store corporate
  • Implemented corporate visual standards via planogram updates, emails, and verbal feedback
  • Organized engaging front-facing displays to capture customer interest and drive revenue growth
  • Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies, and forecast future needs.

Brand Operations Supervisor/Customer Experience Lead

Victoria's Secret
12.2022 - 11.2023
  • Ensured each associate met shipment box times promptly to ensure proper product flow within the store
  • Recruited, interviewed, and onboarded top-qualified candidates.
  • Trained associates on register sales, customer loyalty capture, sale floor behaviors, and back-of-house operating systems
  • Executed merchandise floor-set updates in alignment with company visual standards
  • Provided personalized fitting services to ensure customers found the correct style to fit their individual needs, thus driving sales and increasing customer satisfaction
  • Enhanced conversion metrics by streamlining the customer journey and enhancing product recommendations
  • Developed and implemented standard operating procedures to ensure efficient workflow
  • Maintained accurate records of employee attendance and performance reviews
  • Prepared reports on operational performance metrics and presented them to the corporation in each sales segment
  • Supervised warehouse activities such as loading and unloading shipments, picking orders, and packing items for shipment
  • Developed work schedules according to budgets and workloads, covering priority tasks
  • Developed processes for tracking inventory and supply levels to prevent stock-outs or overstocking
  • Implemented new sales strategies that increased monthly revenue
  • Improved customer satisfaction scores through the application of superior conflict resolution and problem-solving skills.
  • Managed inventory loss prevention objectives.
  • Utilized RFID systems to control and count inventory levels

Operations Retail Associate

Tory Burch
07.2022 - 06.2023
  • Refilled inventory items and stock sales floor
  • Fulfilled orders sent on mobile store devices from sales associates for customer fulfillment in front of the house
  • Inspected items for damage or defects before placing them on store shelves
  • Assisted in preparing promotional displays for upcoming sales events
  • Verified that all items were properly labeled with accurate information regarding size, color, and quantity
  • Executed tasks for inventory management such as cycle counts utilizing mobile RFID scanners for physical inventories
  • Organized back-of-house storage areas to maximize efficiency
  • Collaborated with the front-of-house manager to ensure seamless coordination between the front and back-of-house operations
  • Collaborated with team members to achieve store goals and objectives through effective communication and teamwork
  • Managed inventory levels to ensure product availability for customers while minimizing overstock or out-of-stock product availability situations

Clinique Beauty Advisor

Clinique Cosmetics
12.2021 - 10.2022
  • Conducted skin analysis to provide customers with personalized skincare regimens
  • Provided customers with product advice and recommendations based on their individual needs
  • Conducted thorough consultations with clients to understand their vision and preferences
  • Collaborated with mentors to create visually appealing displays while increasing product visibility
  • Maintained a clean and organized work area, including display counters, shelves, testers, and demonstration tools
  • Built strong relationships with clients through exceptional customer service, resulting in a loyal customer base and an increased customer retention rate
  • Conducted product demonstrations and tutorials to showcase the application techniques and features of various beauty products
  • Contributed ideas for promotional events or marketing campaigns to increase conversion metrics
  • Scheduled customer appointments and rearranged individual time slots
  • Built customer loyalty and retention by delivering excellent shopping experiences

Supervisor/Key Holder

Michael Kors
09.2019 - 10.2021
  • Tracked sales data daily to ensure accurate inventory levels
  • Monitored store performance and identified areas of improvement
  • Analyzed weekly sales reports to identify trends and areas of opportunity
  • Gained extensive knowledge of handbag styles, materials, and trends through hands-on experience and training
  • Implemented loss prevention measures to protect against theft and fraud
  • Utilized point-of-sale systems accurately to process transactions efficiently and quickly to maintain accurate records of sales activities
  • Developed personalized recommendations based on individual customer needs, resulting in increased sales in repeat purchases
  • Trained new associates in product knowledge, sales techniques, and customer service best practices
  • Increased overall store revenue through effective cross-selling initiatives
  • Aided in the planning and execution of store events, resulting in increased customer engagement and brand awareness
  • Maintained a clean and organized sales environment, ensuring all products were properly stocked and displayed
  • Conducted regular inventory audits to identify discrepancies or potential loss prevention issues utilizing RFID mobile scanner

Prestige Beauty Advisor

Ulta Beauty
05.2018 - 06.2019
  • Maximized sales by aiding customers in the selection and purchase of products through personalized shopping experiences
  • Utilized product knowledge to determine customer regimens while providing recommendations of suitable beauty products based on the customer's individual needs
  • Advised in creating visually appealing environments by utilizing different marketing displays
  • Aided in opening and closing procedures including counting money drawer contents at the beginning and end of shift
  • Demonstrated extensive knowledge of skincare, makeup, and hair care products to inform clients about benefits and usage of each product
  • Participated in training programs provided by Ulta to enhance product knowledge to stay up to date on new product launches
  • Consistently met or exceeded monthly sales goals through effective client engagement strategies
  • Developed strong product knowledge across multiple brands to provide comprehensive recommendations to clients
  • Assembled products according to changing daily work orders and specific customer needs
  • Met production targets and tight deadlines by collaborating closely with team members

Key Holder/Sales Manager

Rue21
08.2017 - 03.2018

Trained new associates to business standards to drive exceptional customer experiences

  • Ensured all store operations were carried out according to business procedures and standards
  • Managed cash registers and product merchandising
  • Established effective processes daily to ensure efficient workflow throughout each business day
  • Assessed each team member's skillsets to help drive optimal efficiency while assigning tasks according to each department
  • Developed annual goals for each department based on market trends and competitor analysis
  • Implemented safety protocols within the workplace to ensure maximum safety
  • Enforced team adherence to safety regulations and protocols
  • Maintained accurate records of team attendance and documented disciplinary actions
  • Tracked orders and notified customers of status or potential delays
  • Led improvement initiatives to advance operational efficiencies and increase revenue

Shift Manager/Server

Jukebox Pizza
10.2011 - 06.2017
  • Coordinated staff to ensure a clean, safe work environment.
  • Greeted customers promptly to provide an excellent customer service experience while also maintaining a high level of satisfaction
  • Handled and completed large food orders promptly
  • Aided in orientation for new associates on customer service, product knowledge, and cash handling techniques
  • Coached mentors on interactions with customers to drive exceptional customer service
  • Supervised employees and oversaw quality compliance with company standards for food and services.
  • Tracked receipts, employee hours, and inventory control
  • Outlined menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns
  • Restocked supplies during downtime to continue meeting customer demand for products and services
  • Supervised set up of banquet food stations and coordinated service to multiple dining areas
  • Processed food orders sent to the back of house area for preparation utilizing digital POS operating systems

Education

Diploma -

Fort Frye High School
Beverly, OH
01.2012

Skills

  • Customer Relations
  • Training & Development
  • Program Management
  • Cosmetology
  • Planograms
  • Visual Merchandising
  • Shipping & Receiving
  • Promotional Marketing Display
  • Cash Handling
  • Brand Development
  • Luxury Retail
  • Visual Marketing
  • Store Operations
  • Floor-set Operations
  • Tableau
  • SAP Fiori
  • Recruiting and Interviewing
  • Resource allocation
  • Staff management
  • Inventory management
  • Strategic planning
  • Retail operations management

Timeline

Assistant Manager/Visual Manager

Under Armour
01.2023 - 12.2024

Brand Operations Supervisor/Customer Experience Lead

Victoria's Secret
12.2022 - 11.2023

Operations Retail Associate

Tory Burch
07.2022 - 06.2023

Clinique Beauty Advisor

Clinique Cosmetics
12.2021 - 10.2022

Supervisor/Key Holder

Michael Kors
09.2019 - 10.2021

Prestige Beauty Advisor

Ulta Beauty
05.2018 - 06.2019

Key Holder/Sales Manager

Rue21
08.2017 - 03.2018

Shift Manager/Server

Jukebox Pizza
10.2011 - 06.2017

Diploma -

Fort Frye High School
Lindsay Gaiters