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Melissa Mandel

Norwalk,CT

Summary

Talented Assistant Manager with analytical and driven approach to continuous improvement. Supports store operations leadership with knowledgeable, efficient assistance while supervising team members and promoting positive behaviors. Good financial sense with top-notch planning and problem-solving abilities.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant Store Manager

Beyond Yoga
Westport, CT
05.2025 - Current

Facilitated successful openings for Greenwich and Westport locations by implementing efficient processes.

Collaborated with management to streamline operations and improve team efficiency.

  • Assisted in daily operations and led team management activities effectively.
  • Supported staff training on service standards and product expertise.
  • Engaged customers to promptly resolve inquiries and issues.
  • Monitored sales floor to ensure policy compliance and operational integrity.
  • Managed store operations, focusing on customer service, inventory, and staff scheduling.

Assistant Store Manager

Athleta
Milford, CT
09.2023 - 05.2025
  • Managed daily store operations, focusing on customer service and inventory control.
  • Supervised team of employees, delivering ongoing training to enhance performance.
  • Coordinated staff scheduling to optimize workforce efficiency and coverage.
  • Assisted with operational activities to support smooth functioning of store.

Sales Associate

Athleta
Greenwich, Connecticut
10.2019 - 10.2023
  • Provided exceptional service by assisting customers with product selection.
  • Collaborated with team members to design engaging visual displays.

Served as key holder, ensuring security and operational efficiency.

Assistant Store Manager

Athlt
Danbury , CT
10.2021 - 09.2023
  • Led talent acquisition and onboarding processes for new hires, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
  • Facilitated ongoing training programs to enhance product proficiency among staff.
  • Engaged customers to address inquiries and resolve issues efficiently.
  • Contributed to promotional planning efforts to strengthen customer engagement strategies.

Account Manager Receivables

Drinx Unlimited
South Norwalk, CT
01.2013 - 10.2017
  • Created comprehensive reports on account status and performance, ensuring consistent updates.
  • Managed numerous accounts concurrently, consistently meeting deadlines.
  • Addressed client issues swiftly to preserve service quality and build trust.
  • Resolved customer complaints promptly to enhance satisfaction.

Education

Associate of Science - Business Administration

C.W. Post
Brookville, NY
05-1988

Skills

  • Store operations
  • Inventory management
  • Customer engagement
  • Strategic merchandising
  • Visual merchandising
  • Sales analysis
  • Effective communication
  • Decision making
  • Work Planning and Prioritization
  • Hiring and training
  • Operations
  • Staff management
  • Store organization
  • Sales growth

Timeline

Assistant Store Manager

Beyond Yoga
05.2025 - Current

Assistant Store Manager

Athleta
09.2023 - 05.2025

Assistant Store Manager

Athlt
10.2021 - 09.2023

Sales Associate

Athleta
10.2019 - 10.2023

Account Manager Receivables

Drinx Unlimited
01.2013 - 10.2017

Associate of Science - Business Administration

C.W. Post