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Nicole Perez

Kissimmee,FL

Summary

Dynamic leader with expertise in fast paced operations management And staff training, honed at Five Below. Known for creating customer-focused strategies that improve satisfaction And retention. Skilled in visual merchandising, inventory control, And driving sales through effective store execution. A hands-on team player passionate about building strong teams, hitting goals, helping other's grow professionally. And wowing the customer.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

General Manager in Training

Five Below
02.2024 - 06.2025
  • Learned daily operations and customer service protocols to support efficient store management.
  • Assisted in inventory management by tracking stock levels and processing orders accurately.
  • Supported team members with training on operational procedures and safety standards.
  • Engaged with customers to enhance satisfaction and address inquiries effectively.
  • Contributed to visual merchandising efforts to maintain an appealing store environment.
  • Collaborated with staff to ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
  • Participated in team meetings to discuss goals, challenges, and operational improvements.
  • Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
  • Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
  • Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.
  • Monitored daily cash discrepancies, inventory shrinkage and drive-off.

Assistant Merchandise Manager

Five Below
09.2025 - 01.2024
  • Assisted in developing merchandise strategies to align with seasonal trends and customer preferences.
  • Coordinated promotional activities, ensuring timely execution and alignment with marketing campaigns.
  • Trained new team members on operational processes and best practices in merchandise management.
  • Mentored junior staff members, fostering professional growth and increased productivity.
  • Implemented loss prevention strategies to minimize shrinkage rates and protect company assets.
  • Managed visual merchandising standards across the store, creating an appealing shopping environment that drove sales growth.
  • Analyzed sales data to identify opportunities for product assortment improvements and pricing adjustments.
  • Supported visual merchandising initiatives to enhance store presentation and drive customer engagement.
  • Coordinated seasonal markdowns and clearance events to sell through slow-moving inventory efficiently while preserving profit margins.

Assistant Customer Experience Manager

Five Below
01.2020 - 08.2021
  • Developed and implemented customer feedback processes to enhance service delivery.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to design customer-centric initiatives.
  • Analyzed customer data to identify trends and drive service improvements.
  • Trained and mentored team members on best practices in customer engagement.
  • Led efforts to streamline complaint resolution processes, improving response times.
  • Analyzed sales trends to identify opportunities for upselling or cross-selling products, increasing revenue without sacrificing customer satisfaction.
  • Increased employee retention through effective training and mentorship programs.

Key Holder

Five Below
09.2018 - 12.2019
  • Supervised daily operations, ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures.
  • Trained and mentored new staff on best practices in customer service and store management.
  • Coordinated inventory management, optimizing stock levels and reducing discrepancies.
  • Implemented visual merchandising strategies to improve product presentation and sales performance.
  • Resolved customer inquiries and complaints effectively, enhancing overall shopping experience.
  • Managed daily cash handling procedures, ensuring accuracy in transactions and preventing losses due to discrepancies.
  • Oversaw store operations by counting cash drawers, reviewing equipment management, and supervising staff.
  • Swept and mopped floor, wiped windows and fixtures after closing to maintain organized and tidy store.
  • Assisted with team responsibilities by cleaning, managing cash registers, and product merchandising.
  • Managed store personnel by delegating tasks and supervising daily operations.
  • Monitored associates throughout each assigned shift and professionally managed any challenges to maintain optimal store performance.
  • Assisted customers in locating specific items they were looking for quickly resulting in an increase of overall client satisfaction.

Education

High School Diploma -

Cadest Technical Institute
1156 E Vine St Kissimmee, FL 34744
05-2016

Skills

  • Staff training and development
  • Operations management
  • Teamwork
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Customer service
  • Time management
  • Reliability

Languages

English
Full Professional
Spanish
Professional Working

Timeline

Assistant Merchandise Manager

Five Below
09.2025 - 01.2024

General Manager in Training

Five Below
02.2024 - 06.2025

Assistant Customer Experience Manager

Five Below
01.2020 - 08.2021

Key Holder

Five Below
09.2018 - 12.2019

High School Diploma -

Cadest Technical Institute