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Skills
Certification
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Lizbeth Avitia

Lizbeth Avitia

Weatherford,TX

Summary

Results-driven retail leader recognized for reliability, process excellence, and the ability to support, train, and elevate team performance.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

GM Executive Team Lead (Assistant Store Manager)

Target
03.2024 - Current
  • MOD duties: Opening and closing the store and supervising team members across the store as needed.
  • Consistently met project deadlines through effective time management skills and strong team leadership abilities.
  • Managed inventory levels, reducing stock discrepancies through effective organization and monitoring.
  • Coordinated scheduling to optimize workforce efficiency during peak hours and events.
  • Analyzed sales data to identify trends and adjust merchandising strategies accordingly.
  • Conducted regular performance evaluations for staff members, identifying areas for growth and development.
  • Collaborated with other ETLs on regional initiatives aimed at increasing brand presence in local markets.
  • Promoted team collaboration, performance, and efficiency by fostering healthy environments focused on mutual success.
  • Improved employee retention rates by creating a positive work environment that fostered teamwork and camaraderie among team members.

General Merchandise Team Leader

Target
05.2023 - 03.2024
  • Led merchandise presentation strategies to enhance product visibility and drive sales.
  • Provided strong leadership to the inbound/ general merchandize team, fostering a positive work environment that encouraged teamwork, open communication, and continuous learning.
  • Trained and mentored team members on stock management and inventory processes.
  • Analyzed sales trends to optimize product placement and assortment decisions.
  • Conducted regular audits of inventory accuracy, ensuring compliance with company standards.
  • Analyzed supply chain performance metrics to identify areas for process improvement and cost reduction.

Specialty Sales Team Leader (Manager)

Target
01.2021 - 03.2023
  • Led apparel team in daily operations, ensuring efficient workflow and adherence to quality standards.
  • Mentored team members on product knowledge and guest service techniques, enhancing overall performance.
  • Implemented inventory management systems to streamline stock levels and reduce discrepancies.
  • Analyzed sales data to identify opportunities for product assortment improvements and promotions.
  • Trained new staff on operational procedures, improving onboarding efficiency and team cohesion.
  • Managed daily operations, including opening and closing procedures, cash handling, and employee scheduling.
  • Followed company work processes to receive, open and unpack boxes, cartons and totes, stock merchandise, restock, and rotate merchandise on shelves and build merchandise displays.
  • Directed team operations to enhance workflow efficiency and meet project deadlines.

Pro Desk Supervisor

Lowes Home Improvment
10.2019 - 11.2020

*Drive sales by assisting professional customers (contractors, pros) with project planning, bulk orders and material sourcing.

*Managing CRM relationships, processing quotes and offering expert product advice to ensure efficient jobsite completion.

* Team leadership. Coaching, training and delegating tasks to associates to ensure they provide expert service to pro customers.

*Operations management. Overseeing inventory management, stocking and area recovery to keep the department organized and stocked.

Education

Certificate - Organizational Leadership

University of Arizona
Tucson, AZ
12-2024

Skills

  • *Operational Awareness,
  • *Reliability and Accountability
  • *People Awareness (Emotionally intelligence)
  • *Coaching Ability Natural Tendency toward explaining instead of criticizing Helping people understand, not just correcting them
  • *Problem prevention mindset Tendency toward thinking ahead, not just reacting
  • *Professional awareness Growth requires intention
  • *Task focused and People focused

Certification

Certification in Organizational Leadership through the University of Arizona Eller College of Management.

OSHA Forklift and powered equipment certification.

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

GM Executive Team Lead (Assistant Store Manager)

Target
03.2024 - Current

General Merchandise Team Leader

Target
05.2023 - 03.2024

Specialty Sales Team Leader (Manager)

Target
01.2021 - 03.2023

Pro Desk Supervisor

Lowes Home Improvment
10.2019 - 11.2020

Certificate - Organizational Leadership

University of Arizona