Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline
Generic

Lori Gray

Summary

Professional Assistant Store Manager with exceptional team leadership qualities and operational management capabilities. Well-versed in delivering exceptional customer communication and customer service. Talented driver of performance compliance with applicable standards, rules and regulations.

Talented Assistant Manager with analytical and driven approach to continuous improvement. Supports store operations leadership with knowledgeable, efficient assistance while supervising team members and promoting positive behaviors. Good financial sense with top-notch planning and problem-solving abilities.

Creative Assistant Manager promotes proactive management of team activities and store operations. Skillfully monitors processes to meet changing demands, increase efficiency and boost revenue. Exceptional leadership for sales, customer service and service clerk employees.

Goal-driven assistant store manager with several-year record of accomplishment in exceeding revenue and profit goals while controlling inventory shrinkage and loss percentages. Experienced in monitoring inventory levels, overseeing merchandising and coordinating stock rotation to minimize obsolescence. Enthusiastic, industrious and diligent management paired with skill and fortitude to thrive in dynamic, customer-centric work settings.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant Store Manager

Gateway Travel Center/Taco Johns
Newcastle
11.2020 - Current
  • Supervised daily store operations and ensured compliance with company policies.
  • Coordinated staff schedules to optimize coverage during peak hours.
  • Assisted in inventory management and stock replenishment processes.

I’m also the main training specialist in the store.

I am a star customer service representative with a 4 inch thick folder of anonymous surveys!

  • Completed frequent walk-throughs and directed team members to correct issues impacting store appearance or professionalism.
  • Handled scheduling for store shifts to achieve adequate staffing.
  • Ensured compliance with all safety regulations throughout the store premises.
  • Supervised a team of employees and provided ongoing training to ensure high levels of customer satisfaction.
  • Delegated assignments based on team strengths to optimize floor coverage and service levels.
  • Provided mentorship for employees to generate sales, promote effective upselling and cross-sell to improve retail productivity.
  • Assisted in recruiting efforts by interviewing candidates for open positions in the store.
  • Trained new employees on customer service standards and store procedures.
  • Managed cash handling procedures and maintained financial accuracy.
  • Developed promotional displays to enhance product visibility and sales.
  • Resolved customer inquiries and complaints effectively to ensure satisfaction.
  • Managed the day-to-day operations of the store, including customer service, inventory management and staff scheduling.
  • Oversaw daily cash handling procedures, reconciling discrepancies as necessary.
  • Handled complaints from customers by empathetically listening, recording details and offering solutions.
  • Provided leadership support during peak business hours by motivating staff members to meet targets.
  • Monitored sales activities to ensure that customers receive satisfactory service and quality goods.
  • Interviewed and vetted job applicants to make effective hiring decisions and fill vacancies with strong team members.

I am also the stores main training specialist and begin all the training with each new promo.

I am my store managers secretary basically with notes and information from the oleway weekly the wrap to help inform our managers for new training and information that’s very important!

Maintained a comprehensive folder of anonymous customer surveys, providing insights into guest satisfaction.

Education

Yankton High School
Yankton , sd

Skills

Results-oriented Assistant Store Manager experienced in team leadership and operational management Exceeded revenue and profit goals while effectively controlling inventory shrinkage and loss percentages through strategic planning and problem-solving Focused on continuous improvement and efficiency, delivering strong customer service and supporting team development in fast-paced environments

Results-oriented Assistant Store Manager experienced in team leadership and operational management Exceeded revenue and profit goals while effectively controlling inventory shrinkage and loss percentages through strategic planning and problem-solving Focused on continuous improvement and efficiency, delivering strong customer service and supporting team development in fast-paced environments

Timeline

Assistant Store Manager

Gateway Travel Center/Taco Johns
11.2020 - Current

Yankton High School
Lori Gray