Lori Woodring
Oklahoma City,OK
Summary
Accomplished manager with a proven track record at Bed Bath & Beyond, excelling in operations management and team leadership. Expert in retail inventory management and fostering customer service excellence. Recognized for driving sales growth through strategic merchandising and staff mentoring. Demonstrates exceptional multitasking and organizational abilities, ensuring efficiency and team cohesion.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Elementary Substitute Teacher
Kelly Educational Services
11.2023 - 05.2024
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Managed classroom size of 20-25 children for grades K-6th.
Store Mgr(2/21-7/23) Asst Store Mgr(1/18-2/21)
Bed Bath & Beyond
01.2018 - 07.2023
- Managed cash registers efficiently, ensuring accurate transactions, balancing drawers daily, and minimizing discrepancies.
- Contributed to positive sales growth by upselling products and suggesting addons.
- Supported marketing initiatives by promoting special offers, events, or exclusive products through engaging interactions with customers.
- Managed opening and closing procedures and recommended changes to enhance efficiency of daily activities.
- Reconciled daily sales transactions to balance and log day-to-day revenue.
- Maintained a clean and organized store environment for optimal shopping experience.
- Implemented visual merchandising strategies to attract customers and increase sales potential.
- Managed a staff of 25-35 associates.
Department Supervisor
Bed Bath & Beyond
10.2013 - 01.2018
- Maintained stock of items, cleanliness, organization, and provided excellent customer service.
- Managed team of 4-6 employees, delegated tasks and held each employee accountable for completing assignments.
- Handled cash register, returns, and refunds.
- Provided coaching and training to all associates.
- Fostered a positive working environment by actively engaging in team-building activities, promoting open communication channels, and recognizing individual achievements.
Special Teams Manager
JCPenney
06.2002 - 10.2013
- Developed and managed the visual, pricing, freight and receiving teams.
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Cash room reconciliation.
- Oversaw Catalog department.
Education
High School Diploma -
Winston Churchill High School
San Antonio, TXSkills
- Customer Service
- Multitasking and Organization
- Training and mentoring
- Team leadership and coaching
- Inventory Management
- Store Merchandising
- Retail Inventory Management
- Operations Management
- Staff Management
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Loss Prevention
Timeline
Elementary Substitute Teacher
Kelly Educational Services
11.2023 - 05.2024
Store Mgr(2/21-7/23) Asst Store Mgr(1/18-2/21)
Bed Bath & Beyond
01.2018 - 07.2023
Department Supervisor
Bed Bath & Beyond
10.2013 - 01.2018
Special Teams Manager
JCPenney
06.2002 - 10.2013
High School Diploma -
Winston Churchill High School