Peter Sleigh
Augusta,GA
Summary
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.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Showroom Manager
Weinberger's Furniture
08.2021 - Current
- Oversaw daily operations of the showroom, ensuring a clean, organized, and welcoming environment for customers.
- Collaborated with company leadership on strategic planning initiatives to optimize profitability and long-term success of the showroom.
- Increased showroom sales by implementing effective visual merchandising strategies and product displays.
- Generated personal sales to meet or exceed established sales goals.
- Lead sales team of seven associates. Assist, collaborate, and mentor in all facets of of sales and daily business..
Sales Coordinator
La-Z-Boy Furniture
03.2021 - 08.2021
- Worked closely with sales team in a group seeling environment. Set sales goals, trained with staff on La-Z-Boy exclusive features and benefits.
- Maintained accurate records of all sales activities, including contracts, proposals, quotes, follow-ups, and customer communications.
- Coordinated product demonstrations to showcase key features for sales prospects.
Selling Manager
Lott's Furniture
05.2008 - 03.2021
- Introduced streamlined communication channels between staff members and other departmwnts for more efficient coordination of tasks and responsibilities within the team structure.
- Cultivated a culture centered around continuous learning which ultimately translated into top-notch selling skills among employees leading to increased average transaction values per sale.
- Optimized store layout design in collaboration with visual merchandisers resulting in improved foot traffic flow throughout the retail space, ultimately driving sales.
- Conducted regular staff meetings focused on fostering open communication, sharing best practices, celebrating successes, and addressing ongoing challenges in order to maintain a cohesive team dynamic.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Literature And US History
University of Wincherster
Winchester, England06-2003
Skills
- Client relationships
- Employee scheduling
- Store operations
- Inventory oversight
- Performance analysis
- KPI tracking
- Interpersonal and written communication
- Staff meetings & training
- Decision-making
- Team leadership
- Staff training
Timeline
Showroom Manager
Weinberger's Furniture
08.2021 - Current
Sales Coordinator
La-Z-Boy Furniture
03.2021 - 08.2021
Selling Manager
Lott's Furniture
05.2008 - 03.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Literature And US History
University of Wincherster
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