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MICHELLE ARMENI

Temecula,USA

Summary

High-energy Store Manager 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.


Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Store Manager

Barnes & Noble
06.2019 - Current
  • Analyzes store performance trends and create action plans to improve store operations
  • Increased revenue by 8% in six months and 4% over previous fiscal year
  • Created training schedules for new hires and incorporated into current schedules for managers and booksellers
  • Responsible for running a profitable business with a sales plan of 2.2 million annually
  • Communicated with store staff respectfully and with urgency on key issues thus creating a culture that demonstrates the initiatives and values of the company
  • Posted requisitions for baristas and booksellers, handling phone screens, in person interviews and hiring for the cafe team and book-floor team
  • Built and advanced the entire store team through active observation, coaching, training, and engagement
  • Conducted regular performance reviews for staff members, providing constructive feedback and opportunities for growth

Cafe Manager

  • Reviewed Profit and Loss Statement, waste, and category sales to maximize sales and profitability in the cafe
  • Delivered excellent customer service experiences by addressing concerns promptly and professionally
  • Oversaw daily cafe operations to maintain smooth workflow in both front-of-house and back-of-house areas
  • Established a welcoming atmosphere, maintaining high standards of cleanliness and presentation throughout the cafe

Assistant Store Mgr

  • Developed new processes for receiving that guarantees a higher turnaround on merchandise for the book-floor
  • Maximized sales by creating innovative visual merchandising displays and store layouts
  • Completed point of sale opening and closing procedures

Assistant Store Manager

Walgreens San Diego
01.2013 - 12.2018
  • Handled customer complaints calmly and professionally, resolving customer issues in a timely manner
  • Accountable for overseeing staff and other members of management in the absence of store manager
  • Ordered supplies for store from both vendors and warehouse on a weekly basis
  • Coordinated with store manager for schedule development with adherence to monthly payroll budgets
  • Retained quality assurance with employees through coaching cards and training sessions
  • Managed cash registers efficiently, ensuring accurate transactions, balancing drawers daily, and minimizing discrepancies
  • Mentored new employees on company policies, procedures, and best practices to ensure their success within the organization

Lead Access Center Specialist

Temple University, Health System
09.2008 - 11.2012
  • Supervised management of team of ten specialists on both evening and day shifts and perform quality assurance on all calls
  • Created processes to streamline customer service performance
  • Utilized various medical systems including Medicall and Web exchange
  • Obtained and updated numerous Doctors and Specialists on call schedules for paging and notification services
  • Handled multiple phone lines with professionalism and assisted patients, physicians, and employees with directory information
  • Maintained confidentiality of patients' health and financial information according to HIPAA standards
  • Evaluated client feedback on a regular basis to identify areas of improvement within the center''s operations, leading to increased levels of satisfaction

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Linguistics, Anthropology

Temple University
Philadelphia, PA
05.2008

Skills

  • Leadership Skills
  • Communication Skills
  • Adaptability
  • Project Management
  • Strategic Thinking
  • Manager Coaching and Training
  • Business Development and Planning
  • Inventory Management
  • Customer Service
  • Performance Monitoring and Evaluation
  • Sales Operations

Languages

Spanish
Professional Working

Timeline

Store Manager

Barnes & Noble
06.2019 - Current

Assistant Store Manager

Walgreens San Diego
01.2013 - 12.2018

Lead Access Center Specialist

Temple University, Health System
09.2008 - 11.2012

Bachelor of Arts - Linguistics, Anthropology

Temple University
MICHELLE ARMENI