Nehemiah Cross
Mebane,NC
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven professional with hands-on experience in retail operations and corporate project coordination. Proven ability to lead teams, optimize workflows, and deliver customer-centric solutions in fast-paced environments. Recently completed a corporate internship focused on strategic planning and cross-functional collaboration, enhancing analytical and leadership skills. Known for adaptability, clear communication, and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Retail Team Lead
Adidas
Mebane, NC
06.2024 - Current
- Lead and manage a team of sales associates to achieve sales goals and deliver exceptional customer service following brand standards.
- Monitor and analyze sales data to identify trends and opportunities for improvement and make necessary adjustments to optimize store performance.
- Set clear performance expectations and provide regular feedback and coaching to team members to ensure continuous improvement and development.
- Collaborate with other Team Leads and store management to ensure consistency and alignment with in-store operations and customer experience.
Retail Planning Intern
Adidas
Portland, OR
06.2025 - 09.2025
- Generated weekly reporting needs as determined by the planning department, as well as ad hoc projects
- Analyze data trends and recommend strategies to maximize sales, turns (inventory efficiency), and gross margin while coming in under budget
- Developed a deep understanding of customer needs and store operations, now applied to corporate strategy.
- Led store teams and managed daily operations, providing a practical lens for corporate decision-making.
- Coordinated cross-functional alignment between corporate and store teams, ensuring realistic implementation of strategies.
- Provided actionable feedback to business partners while fostering a cooperative environment to improve in-store execution of corporate initiatives.
- Utilized and enhanced familiarity with Microsoft Suite (most notably Excel), Smartsheet, MicroStrategy, and SAP ERP
Assistant Store Manager
Hanesbrands Inc.
Mebane, NC
07.2023 - 07.2024
- Managed daily store operations and assumed full responsibility in the absence of the Store Manager, ensuring consistent execution of sales, merchandising, and operational standards.
- Controlled payroll and operational expenses while maintaining appropriate staffing levels to meet business demands and budget objectives.
- Recruited, onboarded, trained, and developed store associates, ensuring team readiness, accountability, and consistent performance during all shifts.
- Directed inventory flow and stock replenishment, partnering with leadership to maintain optimal product availability and minimize operational disruptions.
- Owned visual merchandising execution, ensuring floorset accuracy, brand alignment, and strong product presentation to drive customer engagement.
- Conducted regular floor walk-throughs, proactively identifying and correcting visual, operational, and service opportunities through real-time coaching.
- Monitored sales floor activity and customer interactions, reinforcing service standards and addressing issues to deliver a high-quality customer experience.
Stock Supervisor
Vans, a VF Company
Mebane, NC
03.2022 - 10.2023
- Supervised day-to-day stockroom operations to maintain an organized merchandise flow to the sales floor.
- Assisted with planning and executing stock management activities to boost sales.
- Coordinated with the store manager regarding inventory purchases, updates, and replacements to stay stocked with best-selling items.
- Established and enforced picking goals for each area and zone to increase the customer retention rate.
- Provided safe working conditions by monitoring safety procedures and equipment to ensure safety in the workplace.
- Planned workflow, coordinated employee scheduling, and assigned duties to maintain performance and accommodate fluctuating workloads.
Education
Bachelor of the Arts - Business Administration
North Carolina Central University
Durham, NCSkills
- Store operations and execution
- Sales leadership and KPI management
- People development and leadership
- Customer experience enhancement
- Inventory management and operations
- Performance analysis
- Cross-functional communication
- Adaptability and problem-solving
Timeline
Retail Planning Intern
Adidas
06.2025 - 09.2025
Retail Team Lead
Adidas
06.2024 - Current
Assistant Store Manager
Hanesbrands Inc.
07.2023 - 07.2024
Stock Supervisor
Vans, a VF Company
03.2022 - 10.2023
Bachelor of the Arts - Business Administration
North Carolina Central University