Megan Gramse
Canal Fulton,Ohio
Summary
Accomplished people-first professional with proven track record in leading store operations and driving sales growth. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results, ensuring reliability and adaptability to changing needs. Expertise in inventory management, customer service, and staff training, coupled with excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Store Manager
Eddie Bauer
Akron, Ohio
06.2003 - Current
- Progressed through Assistant Manager, Co-Manager, Store Manager, and Dual Store Manager roles across multiple locations.
- Led high-volume retail operations generating up to $1.7M annually while maintaining profitability and operational standards.
- Delivered consistent 5–15% year-over-year sales growth through team engagement and performance coaching.
- Managed and developed teams of up to 32 associates, building strong leadership pipelines and minimizing open leadership roles.
- Recognized as Top Store in District multiple times annually; earned performance-based sales bonuses.
- Maintained shrink goals every year through disciplined inventory management and loss prevention execution.
- Developed labor schedules aligned with sales forecasts to optimize productivity and payroll efficiency.
- Directed visual merchandising and promotional execution aligned with brand strategy.
- Served as district technology resource supporting system troubleshooting and operational efficiency.
- Supported Manhattan Active Omni implementation and piloted Ship-from-Store operational strategy.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness, and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
Crew Member
McDonald's
10.2023 - 07.2025
Crew Member
Family Video
04.2001 - 02.2003
Assistant Manager
Subway
02.1999 - 11.2000
Education
Bachelor of Science - Information Systems Management & Information Technology
The University of Akron
Skills
- High-Volume Store Leadership, Talent Development & Operations
- Labor Planning & Payroll Management
- Customer Experience & Service Culture
- Visual Merchandising Execution
- Inventory Control & Shrink Reduction
- Operational Compliance & Safety Standards
- Change Management & Systems Implementation
- Business Performance & KPI Analysis
- Manhattan Active Omni (Implementation Support & Troubleshooting)
- Multitasking and organizational excellence
- Critical Thinker & Problem-solving
Certification
- HIPAA Compliance Certificate
- HIPAA for Business Associates Certification
Timeline
Crew Member
McDonald's
10.2023 - 07.2025
Store Manager
Eddie Bauer
06.2003 - Current
Crew Member
Family Video
04.2001 - 02.2003
Assistant Manager
Subway
02.1999 - 11.2000
Bachelor of Science - Information Systems Management & Information Technology
The University of Akron