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Natalia Neuls

Natalia Neuls

Vineland,NJ

Summary

Accomplished Assistant Store Manager of Operations at Rite Aid, adept in operational efficiency and customer service, significantly enhancing store productivity and customer satisfaction. Leveraged problem-solving and scheduling coordination skills to streamline store operations, achieving a high customer engagement level. Proven track record in improving store maintenance and operational systems, demonstrating a results-driven approach with a focus on achievement. Focused Assistant Store Manager known for creating stunning merchandise displays and improving revenue for location. Offering exemplary writing and oral communication skills. Experience in diverse retail environments. Encouraging manager and analytical problem-solver with talents for team building, leading and motivating, as well as excellent customer relations aptitude and relationship-building skills. Proficient in using independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Dedicated to applying training, monitoring and morale-building abilities to enhance employee engagement and boost performance. 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. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level in any position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant Store Manager of Operations

Rite Aid
12.2022 - 07.2024
  • Managed daily store operations to ensure optimal customer service and employee productivity.
  • Oversaw staff scheduling, ensuring adequate coverage during peak hours while minimizing labor costs.
  • Fostered a positive workplace culture by consistently demonstrating leadership qualities such as integrity, professionalism, and open communication.
  • Conducted regular audits on store procedures and performance, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective action plans.
  • Recruited, hired and trained new employees, aimed at building high-functioning team focused on stock management, visual merchandising, and general store operations.
  • Maintained visual merchandising standards throughout the store to create an appealing shopping environment for customers.
  • Played a key role in achieving consistently high customer satisfaction ratings by addressing concerns promptly and providing solutions that exceeded expectations.
  • Promoted a safe work environment by enforcing company safety policies and addressing potential hazards promptly.
  • Logged operational documents, store-to-store transfers and shipment receipts as set forth in company policy.
  • Communicated issues and challenges to corporate leadership, providing possible solutions.
  • Executed successful store opening and closing procedures, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and on time.
  • Implemented loss prevention strategies to minimize shrinkage and increase overall profitability.
  • Enhanced employee performance through regular coaching, training, and constructive feedback sessions.
  • Established strong vendor relationships for timely delivery of products, reducing stockouts and improving customer satisfaction.
  • Managed store budget effectively, making cost-saving adjustments when necessary without sacrificing quality or customer experience.
  • Supported marketing initiatives by executing in-store promotions and events according to corporate guidelines.
  • Played an integral role in driving store sales by providing exceptional customer service and resolving issues swiftly.
  • Implemented theft prevention policies to minimize potential stock loss.
  • Analyzed sales data regularly to identify trends or opportunities for improvement in product assortment or pricing strategy adjustments.
  • Improved store efficiency by streamlining operational processes and implementing new inventory management systems.
  • Managed workload and task demand between corporate guidelines and staff abilities.
  • Managed opening and closing procedures and recommended changes to enhance efficiency of daily activities.
  • Maintained positive customer relationships by responding quickly to customer service inquiries.
  • Supervised and evaluated staff to help improve skills, achieve daily objectives, and attain advancement.
  • Walked through store areas to identify and proactively resolve issues negatively impacting operations.
  • Rotated merchandise and displays to feature new products and promotions.
  • Responded to customer concerns, working with manager to significantly raise customer satisfaction ratings.
  • Verified inventory counts remained within monthly tolerance levels and compiled financial data in compliance with budget.
  • Created and maintained safe and secure work environments for employees.
  • Coached sales associates in product specifications, sales incentives, and selling techniques, significantly increasing customer satisfaction ratings.
  • Processed payments for credit and debit cards and returned proper change for cash transactions.
  • Analyzed customer feedback and implemented strategies to improve customer experience.
  • Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
  • Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
  • Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.
  • Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
  • Reported issues to higher management with great detail.
  • Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
  • Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
  • Tracked trends and suggested enhancements to both challenge and refine company's product offerings.
  • Identified and qualified customer needs and negotiated and closed profitable projects with high success rate.
  • Updated and resolved incidents and managed accessorial charges objectively while maximizing profit.

Cashier

Dollar Tree
10.2022 - 12.2022
  • Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
  • Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
  • Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
  • Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
  • Maintained a balanced cash drawer, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
  • Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
  • Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes and sales floor
  • Assisted customers with returns, refunds and resolving transaction issues.
  • Counted money in cash drawers at beginning and end of shifts to maintain accuracy.
  • Stocked, tagged and displayed merchandise as required.
  • Assisted customers with inquiries and provided exceptional service, resulting in positive feedback from shoppers.
  • Resolved customer complaints professionally, leading to improved customer relations and loyalty.
  • Handled multiple payment methods securely, minimizing discrepancies and potential losses.
  • Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing efficient and accurate cash transactions.
  • Contributed to store success by maintaining high standards of cleanliness throughout the facility.
  • Addressed customer needs and made product recommendations to increase sales.
  • Mentored new employees on cashier duties and best practices, improving overall staff performance.
  • Collaborated with team members to achieve sales targets and maintain a clean, well-stocked store environment.
  • Provided backup support for other departments when needed, showcasing versatility within the retail environment.

Store Manager

HH Beer Box
04.2021 - 08.2022
  • 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.
  • Improved customer satisfaction through staff training in customer service and product knowledge.
  • Maintained proper product levels and inventory controls for merchandise and organized backroom to facilitate effective ordering and stock rotation.
  • Completed point of sale opening and closing procedures.
  • Rotated merchandise and displays to feature new products and promotions.
  • Maximized sales by creating innovative visual merchandising displays and store layouts.
  • Reconciled daily sales transactions to balance and log day-to-day revenue.
  • Maximized sales and minimized shrinkage through excellent customer service and adherence to standard practices.
  • Set effective store schedules based on forecasted customer levels, individual employee knowledge, and service requirements.
  • Supervised guests at front counter, answering questions regarding products.
  • Oversaw loss prevention efforts, minimizing shrinkage by implementing effective security measures and training staff on proper procedures.
  • Promoted team collaboration, performance, and efficiency by fostering healthy environments focused on mutual success.
  • Assessed local market trends to make informed decisions regarding product assortment adjustments or pricing changes based on consumer demand patterns.
  • Streamlined purchasing processes, negotiating with vendors for better prices and payment terms.
  • Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
  • Monitored daily cash discrepancies, inventory shrinkage and drive-off.
  • Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
  • Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
  • Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
  • Reported issues to higher management with great detail.
  • Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
  • Tracked trends and suggested enhancements to both challenge and refine company's product offerings.

Front End Manager

ShopRite
10.2018 - 04.2021
  • Oversaw cash handling procedures, minimizing discrepancies in end-of-day reports through diligent monitoring of transactions.
  • Monitored cash drawers in [Number] checkout stations to verify adequate cash supply.
  • Oversaw cashier operations, bookkeeping, and security.
  • Maintained excellent store appearance by enforcing cleanliness standards and delegating tasks to team members effectively.
  • Maintained strong customer relations and effective customer service standards.
  • Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
  • Resolved customer complaints promptly, reinforcing the company''s commitment to exceptional service standards.
  • Supervised and guided new employees and responded quickly to questions to improve understanding of job responsibilities.
  • Greeted visitors and customers upon arrival, offered assistance, and answered questions to build rapport and retention.
  • Reduced wait times for customers by optimizing staff scheduling and improving employee productivity.
  • Evaluated employee performance and made recommendations for improvements.
  • Trained team members in successful strategies to meet operational and sales targets.
  • Provided excellent customer service in all interactions, modeling desired behaviors for staff and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
  • Responded to customer concerns with friendly and knowledgeable service and remedied issues promptly and effectively.
  • Coached employees through day-to-day work and complex problems.
  • Set high-performance expectations for employees during daily huddles, emphasizing the importance of teamwork towards achieving shared goals.
  • Monitored adherence to safety protocols within the front-end area, ensuring compliance with company policies as well as local regulations.
  • Established strong partnerships with store management team, working closely to plan and execute seasonal promotions that exceeded sales targets.
  • Set priorities and problem-solved workflow issues to maintain rapport with customers and managers.
  • Coached employees and trained on methods for handling various aspects of sales, complicated issues, and difficult customers.
  • Worked with security staff and law enforcement on shoplifting and vandalism response.
  • Managed shelf inventory and customer-focused loss prevention strategies.
  • Motivated employees to perform at peak productivity with morale-boosting programs.
  • Created employee schedules to align coverage with forecasted demands.
  • Maintained transaction security by verifying payment cards against identification.
  • Opened and closed location and monitored shift changes to uphold successful operations strategies and maximize business success.
  • Trained personnel in equipment maintenance and enforced participation in exercises focused on developing key skills.
  • Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated to other team members.
  • Managed senior-level personnel working in marketing and sales capacities.
  • Used industry expertise, customer service skills and analytical nature to resolve customer concerns and promote loyalty.

Education

No Degree - Nursing

Pittsburg Job Corps Center
Pittsburgh, PA

High School Diploma -

Bensalem Twp High School
Bensalem, PA
06.2012

Skills

  • Operational Efficiency
  • Scheduling Coordination
  • Store maintenance
  • Customer Service
  • Problem-Solving
  • Customer Service and Engagement
  • Time Management
  • Attention to Detail
  • Customer experience
  • Store operations
  • POS systems operations
  • Flexible Schedule

Timeline

Assistant Store Manager of Operations

Rite Aid
12.2022 - 07.2024

Cashier

Dollar Tree
10.2022 - 12.2022

Store Manager

HH Beer Box
04.2021 - 08.2022

Front End Manager

ShopRite
10.2018 - 04.2021

No Degree - Nursing

Pittsburg Job Corps Center

High School Diploma -

Bensalem Twp High School
Natalia Neuls