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Lindsey-Kristen Brooke Jacobs

Culpeper,VA

Summary

Motivated Store Manager with a strong focus on quality, adept at establishing clear guidelines and targeted goals to enhance revenue growth, team efficiency, and customer loyalty. Expertise in recruiting, hiring, training, and motivating high-performing teams to consistently exceed objectives and goals. Proven track record as a motivational leader and strategic planner, with strong analytical problem-solving skills in retail environments.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Store Manager

The Home Depot
Woodbridge, Virginia
03.2019 - Current
  • Managed daily operations and staff scheduling for retail store.
  • Trained and supervised team members on customer service standards.
  • Coordinated merchandising and promotional displays to enhance sales.
  • Ensured compliance with safety regulations and company policies.
  • Conducted regular performance evaluations for staff development.
  • Resolved customer inquiries and complaints efficiently and professionally.
  • Created weekly work schedules for store personnel.
  • Oversaw inventory management through cycle counts, audits and shrinkage control.
  • Strengthened work flow productivity by hiring, managing and developing top talent.
  • Established store tactics and strategies to achieve operational performance and sales goals.
  • Developed strategies to maximize sales and profitability.
  • Built relationships with key customers and stakeholders to grow business networks and locate new opportunities.
  • Analyzed sales data to identify trends and adjust strategies accordingly.
  • Implemented successful business strategies to increase revenue and target new markets.

Assistant Store Manager

The Home Depot
Ashburn, Virginia
04.2008 - 04.2015
  • Supervised daily operations to ensure efficient store management.
  • Trained and mentored staff to enhance customer service skills.
  • Managed inventory levels using point-of-sale systems for accuracy.
  • Resolved customer complaints quickly to maintain satisfaction levels.
  • Conducted regular audits to ensure compliance with store policies.
  • Implemented best practices for visual merchandising throughout the store.
  • Oversaw daily cash handling procedures, reconciling discrepancies as necessary.
  • Supervised a team of employees and provided ongoing training to ensure high levels of customer satisfaction.
  • Ensured compliance with all safety regulations throughout the store premises.
  • Interviewed and vetted job applicants to make effective hiring decisions and fill vacancies with strong team members.
  • Checked monthly sales and performance reports to support operational planning and strategic decision-making.
  • Provided mentorship for employees to generate sales, promote effective upselling and cross-sell to improve retail productivity.
  • Led teams in planning, implementation and execution of merchandising and operating initiatives to streamline business effectiveness.
  • Conducted regular performance reviews with staff members to assess individual progress and set goals for future development.

Department Supervisor

The Home Depot
Warrenton, Virginia
04.2006 - 03.2008
  • Supervised daily operations of department to ensure compliance with company standards.
  • Trained and mentored team members on product knowledge and customer service skills.
  • Managed inventory levels to maintain stock availability for customers.
  • Coordinated scheduling to optimize staff coverage during peak hours.
  • Collaborated with management to develop training programs for new hires.
  • Conducted regular audits of department processes to maintain efficiency and safety standards.
  • Trained employees on new processes or procedures as needed.
  • Addressed employee issues and conflicts to provide input, feedback, and coaching.
  • Maintained inventory accuracy by counting stock-on-hand and reconciling discrepancies.
  • Conducted performance reviews for staff members.
  • Delegated tasks appropriate to individual employees to provide development opportunities.
  • Assessed displays for proper stock, checked store organization, and kept aisles clear of obstacles.
  • Facilitated communication between management, staff, and customers.
  • Put together store's large displays.
  • Organized special events or meetings related to the department's activities.
  • Managed inventory and stock levels in coordination with purchasing and receiving department.
  • Established goals for each team member and monitored progress towards those objectives.
  • Analyzed data to identify areas of improvement within the department.
  • Monitored sales performance through analysis of sales reports and comparison shopping.
  • Oversaw storewide merchandising benchmarks to maintain operational excellence.
  • Analyzed sales data and market trends to adapt strategies and maximize profitability.
  • Fostered a positive and inclusive work environment, promoting teamwork and collaboration.
  • Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
  • Monitored inventory levels, ensuring optimal stock and minimizing waste.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

University of Tennessee
Knoxville, TN
05-2004

Associates Degree -

Lord Fairfax Community College
Warrenton, VA
05-2002

Skills

  • Inventory management
  • Visual merchandising
  • Staff training
  • Customer service
  • Sales strategy
  • Retail operations
  • Team building
  • Relationship building
  • Problem solving
  • Operational efficiency
  • Retail merchandise quality standards

Timeline

Store Manager

The Home Depot
03.2019 - Current

Assistant Store Manager

The Home Depot
04.2008 - 04.2015

Department Supervisor

The Home Depot
04.2006 - 03.2008

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

University of Tennessee

Associates Degree -

Lord Fairfax Community College