MARIAN ODIHIRIN
SKECHERS Retail
Plainfield,IL
17
years of professional experience
Customer-oriented Store Manager offering over 19 years of experience in retail operations, sales and service team leadership and profitability strategies. Organized and skilled at prioritizing daily tasks and following through to achieve performance and productivity goals. Recruits, trains, develops and manages
team of store associates and assistant managers.
Work History
High Volume General Store Manager
1 Year 4 Months- Ensured compliance with all safety regulations throughout the store premises.
- Developed strategies for increasing store profitability by analyzing financial data and implementing cost-saving measures.
- Provided leadership support during peak business hours by motivating staff members to meet targets.
- Organized weekly meetings with department heads to review progress on key objectives.
- Monitored sales activities to ensure that customers receive satisfactory service and quality goods.
- Managed the day-to-day operations of the store, including customer service, inventory management and staff scheduling.
Store Manager
5 Years 1 Month- Oversaw inventory management through cycle counts, audits and shrinkage control.
- Delivered excellent customer service and adhered to standard practices to maximize sales and minimize shrinkage
- Identified operational issues and implemented appropriate process improvements to promote workplace safety and productivity.
- Reviewed customer feedback to make operational improvements and promote satisfaction.
- Monitored employee performance and identified performance gaps for corrective action.
Store Manager District Trainer
2 Years 4 Months- Facilitated workshops for newly hired associates, introducing them to the company culture and providing an overview of their job duties.
- Maintained records of attendance, course completion, and other relevant information regarding trainings conducted throughout the district.
- Assessed performance data from each store manager in order to determine which employees should be promoted or receive additional coaching support.
- Delivered presentations at national conferences outlining best practices in retail management techniques.
- Evaluated current processes within stores and identified opportunities for improvement through process optimization initiatives.
Store Manager District Trainer
7 Years 9 Months- Strengthened work flow productivity by hiring, managing and developing top talent.
- Developed strategies to maximize sales and profitability.
- Organized promotional events to increase product awareness.
- Recruited, trained and supervised new employees.
- Implemented efficient systems for tracking stock movement.
Store Manager in Training
1 Year 7 Months- Ensured compliance with all safety regulations throughout the store premises.
- Developed strategies for increasing store profitability by analyzing financial data and implementing cost-saving measures.
- Provided leadership support during peak business hours by motivating staff members to meet targets.
- Organized weekly meetings with department heads to review progress on key objectives.
- Monitored sales activities to ensure that customers receive satisfactory service and quality goods.
- Managed the day-to-day operations of the store, including customer service, inventory management and staff scheduling.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing
Skills
Promotional Planning
Project Management
Retail Inventory Management
Store Merchandising
Employee Training
Customer Service Management
Payroll Management
Operations Management
Loss Prevention
Store Operations Oversight
Sales Expertise
Accurate Cash Handling
Financial analysis
Accomplishments
Key Accomplishments – Skechers Store Manager
When I joined Skechers in June 2025, the store was facing several business challenges, including sales down 4% year to date, conversion at 12%, and shrink at -8%. Through strong leadership, a focus on business performance, and building a culture of accountability and customer engagement, I achieved significant improvements within my first year:
- Sales Growth: Improved sales performance from -4% to +11%, a 15-percentage-point improvement.
- Conversion Improvement: Increased the conversion rate from 12% to 21%, a 9-percentage-point improvement.
- Shrink Reduction: Improved shrink performance by 6 percentage points.
- Team Development: Built a strong, engaged team focused on customer service, sales results, and operational excellence.
I am proud of these accomplishments and the team I have built. These results reflect my ability to turn around business performance, develop people, and create a culture that drives consistent results.
Timeline
High Volume General Store Manager
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06.2025 - CurrentRead More
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Chicago State University
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