Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
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Malorie Long

Raeford,NC

Summary

Dynamic leader with proven expertise in operations oversight and customer service excellence, honed at Lowe's. Skilled in inventory control and staff supervision, I excel in building relationships and enhancing team productivity. Achieved significant improvements in customer satisfaction and operational efficiency, demonstrating a results-driven approach with a focus on strategic workforce management and retail operations. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant Store Manager- Operations

Lowe's
06.2012 - Current
  • Provided weekly work schedules to employees to accommodate business demands and vacation requests.
  • Processed employee time card edits and closed payroll.
  • Interviewed, hired, and trained staff associates and equipped to comply with company policies and procedures.
  • Coached sales associates in product specifications, sales incentives, and selling techniques, significantly increasing customer satisfaction ratings.
  • Reconciled daily sales transactions to balance and log day-to-day revenue.
  • Supervised and evaluated staff to help improve skills, achieve daily objectives, and attain advancement.
  • Rotated merchandise and displays to feature new products and promotions.
  • Maintained positive customer relationships by responding quickly to customer service inquiries.
  • Verified inventory counts remained within monthly tolerance levels and compiled financial data in compliance with budget.
  • Processed payments for credit and debit cards and returned proper change for cash transactions.
  • Walked through store areas to identify and proactively resolve issues negatively impacting operations.
  • Managed opening and closing procedures and recommended changes to enhance efficiency of daily activities.
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with vendors to facilitate timely product delivery.
  • Created and maintained safe and secure work environments for employees. Promoted a strong safety culture.
  • Analyzed customer feedback and implemented strategies to improve customer experience.
  • Implemented business strategies, increasing revenue, and effectively targeting new markets.
  • Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
  • Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
  • Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
  • Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
  • Cultivated and strengthened lasting client relationships using strong issue resolution and dynamic communication skills.
  • Supervised creation of exciting merchandise displays to catch attention of store customers.
  • Identified and qualified customer needs and negotiated and closed profitable projects with high success rate.
  • Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
  • Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
  • Monitored daily cash discrepancies, inventory shrinkage and drive-off.

Receptionist

Reed-Lallier Chevrolet
08.2009 - 05.2012
  • Kept reception area clean and neat to give visitors positive first impression.
  • Maintained confidentiality of information regarding clients and company.
  • Provided clerical support to company employees by copying, faxing, and filing documents.
  • Managed multiple tasks and met time-sensitive deadlines.
  • Answered phone promptly and directed incoming calls to correct offices.
  • Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
  • Responded to inquiries from callers seeking information.
  • Handled cash transactions and maintained sales and payments records accurately.
  • Sorted, received, and distributed mail correspondence between departments and personnel.
  • Assisted internal staff with clerical and administrative needs to maximize efficiency and team productivity.
  • Monitored and screened visitors to verify accessibility to inter-office personnel.

Education

High School Diploma -

Jack Britt High School
Fayetteville, NC
06.2010

Skills

  • Records Management
  • Operations Oversight
  • Store Organization
  • Inventory Control
  • Human resource policies
  • Staff Supervision
  • Time Management
  • Relationship building and management
  • Staff Scheduling
  • Retail Operations
  • Workforce Management
  • Customer Service

Accomplishments

  • Worked as the Inventory Captain and closed out inventory beating plan by almost $100,000, which added straight to our bottom line.
  • Successfully completed the Shining Star Program at Lowe's which is used to test and develop top talent in the district.
  • Discovered over $300,000 in operational errors in one fiscal year, leading to $300,000 in operational recoveries for Lowe's.

Timeline

Assistant Store Manager- Operations

Lowe's
06.2012 - Current

Receptionist

Reed-Lallier Chevrolet
08.2009 - 05.2012

High School Diploma -

Jack Britt High School
Malorie Long