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Mathew Rodriguez

Raleigh

Summary

High-energy Store Manager with over 10 years experience. Bringing extensive experience in retail settings. Set and enforced consistent standards to maintain staff satisfaction and meet performance targets. Dynamic relationship-builder with organized nature and sound judgment focused on maximizing team efficiency.

Managed all different levels of sales volume from 500k up to 1.7M.

Overview

11
years of professional experience

Work History

Luxottica - Sunglass Hut

Store Manager
10.2023 - Current

Job overview

  • 875k yearly volume
  • Managed daily operations to ensure smooth functioning of the store, maintaining a clean, safe environment for customers and employees.
  • Managed inventory control, cash control, and store opening and closing procedures.
  • Addressed customer complaints promptly and professionally, resolving issues to maintain positive relationships with clientele.
  • Managed store employees successfully in fast-paced environment through proactive communication and positive feedback.
  • Assisted with hiring, training and developing new staff members.
  • Maintained proper product levels and inventory controls for merchandise and organized backroom to facilitate effective ordering and stock rotation.
  • Completed point of sale opening and closing procedures.
  • Rotated merchandise and displays to feature new products and promotions.
  • Maximized sales by creating innovative visual merchandising displays and store layouts.
  • Conducted regular performance reviews for staff members, providing constructive feedback and opportunities for growth.
  • Approved regular payroll submissions for employees.
  • Coached sales associates in product specifications, sales incentives, and selling techniques, significantly increasing customer satisfaction ratings.

Luxottica - Sunglass Hut

Store Manager
05.2022 - 10.2023

Job overview

  • 550k yearly volume
  • Managed daily operations to ensure smooth functioning of the store, maintaining a clean, safe environment for customers and employees.
  • Maintained proper product levels and inventory controls for merchandise and organized backroom to facilitate effective ordering and stock rotation.
  • Rotated merchandise and displays to feature new products and promotions.
  • Maximized sales by creating innovative visual merchandising displays and store layouts.
  • Conducted regular performance reviews for staff members, providing constructive feedback and opportunities for growth.
  • Approved regular payroll submissions for employees.
  • Coached sales associates in product specifications, sales incentives, and selling techniques, significantly increasing customer satisfaction ratings.
  • Maximized sales and minimized shrinkage through excellent customer service and adherence to standard practices.
  • Reconciled daily sales transactions to balance and log day-to-day revenue.
  • Fostered a positive work environment by cultivating strong relationships between team members through team-building activities and consistent recognition of individual achievements.

HUGO BOSS

Sales Manager
08.2021 - 04.2022

Job overview

  • Handled customer relations issues, enabling quick resolution, and client satisfaction.
  • Resolved customer issues quickly to close deals and boost client satisfaction.
  • Increased sales revenue by developing and implementing effective sales strategies.
  • Built long-lasting client relationships through excellent customer service and consistent followups.
  • Maintained visual merchandising standards to create an inviting shopping environment for luxury clientele.
  • Increased sales revenue by implementing effective upselling techniques during the conversion process.
  • Launched new product lines with specially designed displays that generated excitement among customers while showcasing unique features effectively.

Aldo Group

Store Manager
11.2020 - 07.2021

Job overview

  • 1.1M yearly volume
  • Managed store employees successfully in fast-paced environment through proactive communication and positive feedback.
  • Assisted with hiring, training and mentoring new staff members.
  • Set effective store schedules based on forecasted customer levels, individual employee knowledge, and service requirements.
  • Fostered a positive work environment by cultivating strong relationships between team members through team-building activities and consistent recognition of individual achievements.
  • Optimized labor scheduling according to store needs while adhering to budget constraints, maximizing productivity without compromising service quality.
  • Oversaw loss prevention efforts, minimizing shrinkage by implementing effective security measures and training staff on proper procedures.
  • Organized special events and in-store demonstrations that showcased new products, boosting brand awareness and sales performance.
  • Trained and mentored junior staff members on visual merchandising best practices, improving overall team performance.
  • Maintained strong knowledge of current fashion trends and consumer preferences, applying this insight to create visually appealing merchandise presentations.

Windsor Fashions

Store Manager
06.2020 - 11.2020

Job overview

750k yearly volume

  • Managed daily operations to ensure smooth functioning of the store, maintaining a clean, safe environment for customers and employees.
  • Managed inventory control, cash control, and store opening and closing procedures.
  • Addressed customer complaints promptly and professionally, resolving issues to maintain positive relationships with clientele.
  • Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
  • Recruited, hired, and trained initial personnel, working to establish key internal functions and outline scope of positions for new organization.
  • Supervised creation of exciting merchandise displays to catch attention of store customers.
  • Cultivated and strengthened lasting client relationships using strong issue resolution and dynamic communication skills.
  • Collaborated with other managers to develop company-wide initiatives aimed at improving overall performance across all locations.

Windsor Fashions

Lead Assistant Manager
01.2020 - 06.2020

Job overview

  • Modeled exceptional customer service and mentored associates on direct link between revenue growth and customer loyalty.
  • In charge of all visual changes and marketing updating throughout store.
  • Conducted overnight visual flow resets, leading a team of 10 or more.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of company mission and goals and mentored employees in reaching objectives aligned with company core values.
  • Partnered with managers to identify and capitalize on sales trends and brand initiatives.
  • Apply and coach others on 4 step selling techniques.
  • Maintain a 90% percent or above in email capture percentages. (top 3 in district)

Journeys

Store Manager
05.2019 - 01.2020

Job overview

  • 990k yearly volume
  • Managed daily operations to ensure smooth functioning of the store, maintaining a clean, safe environment for customers and employees.
  • Maximized sales and minimized shrinkage through excellent customer service and adherence to standard practices.
  • Coached sales associates in product specifications, sales incentives, and selling techniques, significantly increasing customer satisfaction ratings.
  • Set effective store schedules based on forecasted customer levels, individual employee knowledge, and service requirements.
  • Managed financial aspects of store operations, including budget planning, expense tracking, and accurate record-keeping to maintain fiscal responsibility.
  • Optimized labor scheduling according to store needs while adhering to budget constraints, maximizing productivity without compromising service quality.
  • Oversaw loss prevention efforts, minimizing shrinkage by implementing effective security measures and training staff on proper procedures.
  • Promoted team collaboration, performance, and efficiency by fostering healthy environments focused on mutual success.

Francesca's Boutique

Lead Assistant Manager
06.2018 - 05.2019

Job overview

  • 600k yearly volume
  • Built strong relationships with customers through positive attitude and attentive response.
  • Enhanced team productivity by implementing efficient work processes and streamlining operations.
  • Possess the ability to lead by example and deliver the "Francesca's Promise" to the sales team and all guests within the boutique.
  • Maintain a visually inspired boutique that is compelling to all guests by developing visual decisions and effective communications of the visual standards.

GUESS Factory

Lead Assistant Manager
06.2017 - 05.2018

Job overview

  • 1.3M yearly volume
  • Enhanced team productivity by implementing efficient work processes and streamlining operations.
  • Built relationships with customers to increase likelihood of repeat business. Greeted customers in a timely fashion while quickly determining their needs. Strategically scheduled team members to maintain optimal staffing levels at all times.
  • Completed all cleaning, stocking and organizing tasks in assigned sales area. Determined customer needs by asking relevant questions and listening actively to the responses.
  • Led a team of 12 plus in over visual merchandising floor resets.
  • Shared best practices for sales and customer service with other team members to help improve the store's efficiency.
  • Contacted other store locations to determine merchandise availability. Supervised and directed all merchandise and shipment processing.

A'GACI

Store Manager
04.2016 - 06.2017

Job overview

  • 1.7M yearly volume
  • Managed daily operations to ensure smooth functioning of the store, maintaining a clean, safe environment for customers and employees.
  • Managed inventory control, cash control, and store opening and closing procedures.
  • NY region trainer.
  • Diamond store ( only 9 out of 76 stores)
  • Assisted with hiring, training and mentoring new staff members.
  • Improved customer satisfaction through staff training in customer service and product knowledge.
  • Completed point of sale opening and closing procedures.
  • Completed all daily tasks and special assignments with an efficient and quality-driven approach.
  • Managed staff of 20 sales associates, 1 team leader and 2 assistant managers


A'GACI

Assistant Manager
03.2015 - 04.2016

Job overview

  • Helped with planning schedules and delegating assignments to meet coverage and service demands.
  • Completed all cleaning, stocking and organizing tasks in assigned sales area. Completed all daily tasks and special assignments with an efficient and quality-driven approach.
  • Followed merchandising guidelines to present visually appealing displays. Shared best practices for sales and customer service with other team members to help improve the store's efficiency.
  • Fostered a positive work environment by consistently treating all employees and customers with respect and consideration.
  • Priced merchandise, stocked shelves and took inventory of supplies. Supervised and directed all merchandise and shipment processing

A'GACI

Sales Associate
11.2014 - 03.2015

Job overview

  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
  • Helped with grand opening and building of store fixtures.
  • Kept visual standards up to par for grand opening.
  • Provided high quality results in a timely manner.


2CUTE/CATCH22

Sales Associate
01.2013 - 11.2014

Job overview

  • Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
  • Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
  • Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
  • Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
  • 2CUTE and CATCH22 were 2 different retail locations in the same mall. They were owned ny the same company and would have there team work between both locations.

Education

Suffolk Community College
Brentwood, NY

Associate of Arts
06.2015

East Islip High School
Islip Terrace, NY

High School Diploma
06.2013

Skills

  • Store operations
  • Customer Service Management
  • Training and developing
  • Team Leadership
  • Outstanding communication skills
  • Team leadership and coaching
  • Retail Inventory Management
  • Recruiting and Hiring
  • Laptop and Mobile Device Use
  • Visual Merchandising
  • Strategic Planning
  • Goal Setting

Timeline

Store Manager

Luxottica - Sunglass Hut
10.2023 - Current

Store Manager

Luxottica - Sunglass Hut
05.2022 - 10.2023

Sales Manager

HUGO BOSS
08.2021 - 04.2022

Store Manager

Aldo Group
11.2020 - 07.2021

Store Manager

Windsor Fashions
06.2020 - 11.2020

Lead Assistant Manager

Windsor Fashions
01.2020 - 06.2020

Store Manager

Journeys
05.2019 - 01.2020

Lead Assistant Manager

Francesca's Boutique
06.2018 - 05.2019

Lead Assistant Manager

GUESS Factory
06.2017 - 05.2018

Store Manager

A'GACI
04.2016 - 06.2017

Assistant Manager

A'GACI
03.2015 - 04.2016

Sales Associate

A'GACI
11.2014 - 03.2015

Sales Associate

2CUTE/CATCH22
01.2013 - 11.2014

Suffolk Community College

Associate of Arts

East Islip High School

High School Diploma
Mathew Rodriguez