Omar Suarez
Downey,CA
Summary
Professional Manager with 20 years of Management experience. Highly motivated, goal oriented individual with a proven track record of effective leadership. Background in business development, human resources, personnel management and store operations. Strong leadership and motivational skills; proven ability to quickly build rapport, establish trust, train and motivate people of all levels. Recognized for professionalism, positive mental attitude, commitment to excellence, and demonstrated ability to communicate and interact effectively with senior management, associates, and customers. Big-picture focus on company goals has produced increased efficiencies in production and sales.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Store Lead
Trane Supply
04.2021 - Current
- Evaluated employee performance regularly to identify areas for improvement or recognition opportunities resulting in the promotion of two associates.
- Developed strategic plan targeting Residential category resulting in 74% YOY increase
- Managed store operations to ensure sales reporting and inventory control procedures were being followed resulting in Tier 1 status 3 years in a row.
- Enhanced workplace safety by conducting thorough inspections and identifying potential hazards.
- Implemented visual merchandising standards to create an appealing store environment, driving customer engagement and sales growth.
STORE MANAGER
JD SPORTS
07.2013 - 03.2021
- Supervise, manage, and motivate store employees to exceed sales goals and metrics resulting in a sales volume increase of 25%
- Coordinate the stores daily, weekly, and monthly logistical operations, including inventory control, expedited shipment processing, store and product resets
- Recruit, hire, and develop team members through consistent training and feedback
- Maximize store profits through effective scheduling and inventory control
- Analyze store reports to ensure top selling styles have key placement and depth
- Maintain accurate financial, safety, and training records to comply with all laws
- Identify and develop high potential individuals to promote within the company
- 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.
Assistant Manager
Ross Dress For Less
04.2013 - 07.2013
- Assist with Daily store operations including opening, closing, and banking procedures
- Supervise and assist with daily deliveries to ensure same day transition to sales floor
- Monitor and process payroll to ensure compliance with wage percent target
- Execute company merchandising standards
STORE MANAGER
CONVERSE INC
11.2010 - 04.2011
- Supervised, managed and motivated staff to meet store sales expectations
- Managed, analyzed, and adjusted payroll based on sales trends to align with wage percent target
- Develop daily and weekly gameplans to ensure all store operational and visual tasks were completed in a timely manner
- Completed daily and weekly inventory audits to ensure accurate inventory
GENERAL MANAGER
D.M.I.T, FOOTLOCKER
03.1996 - 09.2010
- Completed all facets of retail management including client relations, training, scheduling, visual merchandising, sales, marketing, inventory control
- Supervised, managed, and motivated a staff of 50+ to exceed sales goals
- Acted as a liaison between Regional Vice President, District Manager, staff, and other store locations
- Trained and promoted 9 high potential individuals to Store Manager
Education
High School Diploma -
Venice High School
Los Angeles, CA06.1995
Skills
- Results focused
- Strong analytical skills
- Strong organizational skills
- Proven leader
- Effective communication skills
- Works well under pressure
- Able to multitask
- Solution focused
- Personnel training
- Self Motivated
- Microsoft office skills
- PMA
Timeline
Store Lead
Trane Supply
04.2021 - Current
STORE MANAGER
JD SPORTS
07.2013 - 03.2021
Assistant Manager
Ross Dress For Less
04.2013 - 07.2013
STORE MANAGER
CONVERSE INC
11.2010 - 04.2011
GENERAL MANAGER
D.M.I.T, FOOTLOCKER
03.1996 - 09.2010
High School Diploma -
Venice High School
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