I am an accomplished Assistant manager skilled at building atmosphere of collaboration and performance excellence to provide every customer with exceptional experiences and promote brand loyalty.
I effectively oversee and align processes with dynamic conditions while in experience in diverse retail environments. I think myself to be a problem solver and good leader who is dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. I use independent decision making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Store Manager
Walgreen's Pharmacy
08.2022 - Current
Manage opening and closing procedures and recommended changes to enhance efficiency of daily activities.
Rotated merchandise and displays to feature new products and promotions.
Walked through store areas to identify and proactively resolve issues negatively impacting operations.
Maintained positive customer relationships by responding quickly to customer service inquiries.
Supervised and evaluated staff to help improve skills, achieve daily objectives, and attain advancement.
Processed payments for credit and debit cards and returned proper change for cash transactions.
Responded to customer concerns, working with manager to significantly raise customer satisfaction ratings.
Created and maintained safe and secure work environments for employees.
Reconciled daily sales transactions to balance and log day-to-day revenue.
Coached sales associates in product specifications, sales incentives, and selling techniques, significantly increasing customer satisfaction ratings.
Analyzed customer feedback and implemented strategies to improve customer experience.
Developed and maintained strong relationships with vendors to facilitate timely product delivery.
Trained new employees on proper protocols and customer service standards.
Monitored daily cash discrepancies, inventory shrinkage and drive-off.
Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
Reported issues to higher management with great detail.
Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
Supervised creation of exciting merchandise displays to catch attention of store customers.
Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
Mitigated business risks by working closely with staff members and assessing performance.
Updated and resolved incidents and managed accessorial charges objectively while maximizing profit.
Implemented innovative programs to increase employee loyalty and reduce turnover.
Launched staff engagement, gender diversity and cultural programs in addition to robust reporting tool that increased operational quality.
Retail Associate
Kohls Department Store
05.2021 - 05.2022
Maintained clean sales floor and straightened and faced merchandise.
Greeted customers, helped locate merchandise, and suggested suitable options.
Organized store merchandise racks and displays to promote and maintain visually appealing environments.
Stocked merchandise, clearly labeling items, and arranging according to size or color.
Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
Checked pricing, scanned items, applied discounts, and printed receipts to ring up customers.
Drove customer loyalty and consistent sales through friendly service and knowledgeable assistance.
Refunded payments for returned items, processed exchanges, and offered store credit to achieve customer satisfaction.
Promoted offerings by expression passion for company brand, products, services and solutions to customers.
Worked with loss prevention in monitoring shopper behavior.
Greeted customers and helped with product questions, selections, and purchases.
Monitored sales floor and merchandise displays for presentable condition, taking corrective action such as restocking or reorganizing products.
Balanced and organized cash register by handling cash, counting change, and storing coupons.
Used POS system to process sales, returns, online orders, and gift card activations.
Developed professional relationships with customers to increase loyalty, retention and rapport.
Offered each customer top-notch, personal service to boost sales and customer satisfaction.
Managed cash register after end of shift to balance and record accurate transactions.
Utilized upselling techniques to promote additional products and increase sales.
Personal Assistant
Catalyst Golf Performance Inc
01.2019 - 12.2020
Oversaw personal and professional calendars and coordinated appointments for future events.
Maintained appropriate filing of personal and professional documentation.
Provided general administrative support including scheduling meetings, making travel arrangements and managing documentation.
Responded to emails and other correspondence to facilitate communication and enhance business processes.
Answered phone calls and addressed customer questions and concerns to promote satisfaction and continued business.
Displayed absolute discretion at handling confidential information.
Used discretion when handling confidential information.
Provided multifaceted services to career professionals by running errands, managing mail, scheduling appointments, and arranging transportation.
Provided multifaceted services to professionals by managing mail, scheduling appointments and other administrative tasks.
Attended meetings, took notes and tracked action items.
Kept detailed track of household and maintenance inventory and schedules.
Experienced with productivity tools such as Slack, Zoom, Google Docs and Sheets, ClickUp and Asana.
Handled incoming mail, bills and invoices and completed appropriate actions.
Entrusted to handle confidential and sensitive situations in professional matter.
Completed household tasks by assisting with laundry, light housekeeping and grocery shopping.
Facilitated transportation to and from appointments.
Participated in team meetings and staff training sessions.
Identified needs and coordinated plans for travel and out-of-town functions.
Maintained entire family's schedule and organized events.
Provided emotional support and companionship to clients.
Helped clients to maintain independence and quality of life.
Coordinated appointments with medical professionals.
Provided assistance with medication management.
Developed and implemented activities to improve clients' quality of life.
Education
Bachelor of Economics And Development - Economics And Development
Mount Kenya International University
Kigali, Rwanda
01.2014
Skills
Microsoft Project
Google Docs
Microsoft Access
POS Systems Operations
Customer Service Management
Staff Supervision
Goals and Performance
Sales and Marketing
Sales Strategies
Microsoft Internet Explorer
Order Management
Microsoft Windows
Order Supplies
Issue Resolution
Customer Service
Microsoft Office
Strategic Planning
Staff Management
Timeline
Assistant Store Manager
Walgreen's Pharmacy
08.2022 - Current
Retail Associate
Kohls Department Store
05.2021 - 05.2022
Personal Assistant
Catalyst Golf Performance Inc
01.2019 - 12.2020
Bachelor of Economics And Development - Economics And Development
Pharmacy Technician Trainee at Walgreen's Pharmacy, Remedi Senior Care PharmacyPharmacy Technician Trainee at Walgreen's Pharmacy, Remedi Senior Care Pharmacy