Penny Freeman
Glen St Mary,FL
Summary
Dynamic Store Manager with extensive experience at Express Outlet, excelling in customer service and team leadership. Proven track record in maximizing sales through innovative merchandising and effective training. Skilled in inventory management and fostering positive customer relations, enhancing satisfaction ratings significantly while maintaining a clean and safe store environment.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Store Manager
Express Outlet
Gainesville, Fl
08.2024 - Current
- 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.
- Completed point of sale opening and closing procedures.
- Mentored new hires during their onboarding process, ensuring they were well-equipped to excel in their roles from day one.
- Maximized sales by creating innovative visual merchandising displays and store layouts.
- Approved regular payroll submissions for employees.
- 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.
Store Manager
Loft
Gainesville, FL
11.2023 - 08.2024
- 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.
- Completed point of sale opening and closing procedures.
- Mentored new hires during their onboarding process, ensuring they were well-equipped to excel in their roles from day one.
- Rotated merchandise and displays to feature new products and promotions.
- Maximized sales by creating innovative visual merchandising displays and store layouts.
- Approved regular payroll submissions for employees.
- 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.
Store Manager
Daily Thread
Gainesville, FL
04.2023 - 10.2023
- 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.
- Completed point of sale opening and closing procedures.
- Mentored new hires during their onboarding process, ensuring they were well-equipped to excel in their roles from day one.
- Rotated merchandise and displays to feature new products and promotions.
- Maximized sales by creating innovative visual merchandising displays and store layouts.
- Conducted regular performance reviews for staff members, providing constructive feedback and opportunities for growth.
- Approved regular payroll submissions for employees.
- Coached sales associates in product specifications, sales incentives, and selling techniques, significantly increasing customer satisfaction ratings.
- Set effective store schedules based on forecasted customer levels, individual employee knowledge, and service requirements.
- Supervised guests at front counter, answering questions regarding products.
Store Manager
Express Outlet
Gainesville, Fl
11.2020 - 02.2023
- 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.
- Managed store employees successfully in fast-paced environment through proactive communication and positive feedback.
- Maintained proper product levels and inventory controls for merchandise and organized backroom to facilitate effective ordering and stock rotation.
- Maximized sales by creating innovative visual merchandising displays and store layouts.
- Approved regular payroll submissions for employees.
- Coached sales associates in product specifications, sales incentives, and selling techniques, significantly increasing customer satisfaction ratings.
- Oversaw loss prevention efforts, minimizing shrinkage by implementing effective security measures and training staff on proper procedures.
Education
High School Diploma -
Union County High
Lake Butler, FL06.1990
Skills
- Customer service
- Problem-solving
- Customer relations
- Multitasking and organization
- Store operations
- Training and mentoring
- Store opening and closing
- Team leadership
- Friendly and positive
- Outstanding communication skills
- Inventory management
- Store merchandising
- Cash management
- Shift scheduling
- Employee training
- Recruitment and hiring
- POS systems
- Goals and performance
- Supply ordering
- Store displays
Timeline
Store Manager
Express Outlet
08.2024 - Current
Store Manager
Loft
11.2023 - 08.2024
Store Manager
Daily Thread
04.2023 - 10.2023
Store Manager
Express Outlet
11.2020 - 02.2023
High School Diploma -
Union County High