Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Store Manager
Barnes & Noble
Estero, FL
07.2006 - 03.2023
Met and exceeded annual sales targets by average 10% each year as part of management team
Tracked trends and suggested enhancements to both challenge and refine company's product offerings
Responded to customer concerns, working with manager to significantly raise customer satisfaction ratings
Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
Scheduled 25 employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.
Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members
Analyzed customer feedback and implemented strategies to improve customer experience
Managed opening and closing procedures and recommended changes to enhance efficiency of daily activities
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.
Department Supervisor
Barnes & Noble
Naples, FL
06.2002 - 06.2006
Oversaw employee performance, corrected problems, and increased efficiency to maintain productivity targets.
Maintained stock of items, cleanliness, organization and provided excellent customer service.
Strengthened merchandising and promotional strategies to drive customer engagement and boost sales.
Trained team members in successful strategies to meet operational and sales targets.
Music Manager
Barnes & Noble
09.1996 - 06.2002
Recruited, interviewed and hired 20 employees and implemented mentoring program.
Cultivated positive rapport with fellow employees to boost company morale and promote employee retention
Identified trends in industry and secured product to build profit.
Supervisor
Barnes & Noble
09.1995 - 09.1996
Performed daily store operations and staff supervision of 30 employees
Created merchandising displays keeping current trends in mind
Mentored newly hired employees on company standards
Music Seller
Barnes & Noble
09.1994 - 09.1995
Performed daily stocking and receiving of new product
Achieved customer service ratings of 95%
Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively