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Mindy Dow

Park City,UT

Summary

Dynamic sales leader with a proven track record at Abercrombie & Fitch, excelling in client relationship management and employee motivation. Spearheaded initiatives that enhanced team performance and reduced turnover rates. Adept at developing sales strategies and fostering a positive work environment, driving significant improvements in customer satisfaction and sales growth.

Work History

Sales Associate/Supervisor

Max Snowboard Shop
  • Assisted in the creation of visually appealing product displays that showcased merchandise effectively, driving increased sales interest from customers.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction through attentive service, product knowledge, and prompt issue resolution.
  • Spearheaded special events within the store such as promotional launches or holiday festivities that engaged both employees and clientele alike.
  • Conducted regular performance reviews for sales associates, setting clear expectations and goals for professional growth and development.
  • Conducted regular inventory audits to maintain accurate stock levels and minimize shrinkage due to theft or damage.
  • Created a positive work environment with clear communication, team building activities, and consistent recognition of achievements.
  • Resolved escalated customer complaints professionally while maintaining a focus on preserving long-term client relationships.
  • Mentored junior sales associates to improve their selling techniques, resulting in higher individual performance.
  • Developed and nurtured lasting relationships with clients through dedicated assistance, issue resolution and active listening.

Bartender

Downstairs
  • Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
  • Managed cash handling duties responsibly, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
  • Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
  • Efficiently opened or closed the bar according to established procedures, ensuring preparedness for each shift.

Assistant Store Manager

One Sweet Ride
  • Managed cash registers efficiently, ensuring accurate transactions, balancing drawers daily, and minimizing discrepancies.
  • Managed opening and closing procedures and recommended changes to enhance efficiency of daily activities.
  • Enhanced store appearance for increased sales by maintaining cleanliness and implementing strategic merchandise displays.
  • Rotated merchandise and displays to feature new products and promotions.

Assistant Store Manager

Ralph Lauren
  • Mentored new employees on company policies, procedures, and best practices to ensure their success within the organization.
  • Fostered a positive work culture by promoting teamwork and recognizing individual achievements among staff members regularly.
  • Maintained positive customer relationships by responding quickly to customer service inquiries.
  • Provided weekly work schedules to employees to accommodate business demands and vacation requests.

Store Manager

Abercrombie & Fitch
  • 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 mentoring new staff members.
  • Conducted regular performance reviews for staff members, providing constructive feedback and opportunities for growth.
  • Approved regular payroll submissions for employees.
  • Promoted team collaboration, performance, and efficiency by fostering healthy environments focused on mutual success.
  • Collaborated with other managers to develop company-wide initiatives aimed at improving overall performance across all locations.
  • Developed a successful employee retention plan, reducing staff turnover rates significantly.

Assistant Manager

Hollister
  • Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
  • Maintained a clean, safe, and organized store environment to enhance the customer experience.
  • Developed strong working relationships with staff, fostering a positive work environment.
  • Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.

Education

University of Maine
Portland, ME

Skills

  • Sales strategy development
  • Brand awareness
  • Strong leadership
  • Sales processes
  • Positive and upbeat
  • Employee motivation
  • Product knowledge
  • Client relationship management
  • Project management
  • Performance coaching

Timeline

Sales Associate/Supervisor

Max Snowboard Shop

Bartender

Downstairs

Assistant Store Manager

One Sweet Ride

Assistant Store Manager

Ralph Lauren

Store Manager

Abercrombie & Fitch

Assistant Manager

Hollister

University of Maine
Mindy Dow