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Store Manager

Rayshawn Nichols

Marshalls
Canton,MI
19
years of professional experience

High-energy Store Manager bringing extensive experience in retail settings. Set and enforced consistent standards to maintain staff satisfaction and meet performance targets. Dynamic relationship-builder with organized nature and sound judgment focused on maximizing team efficiency.

Work History

Area Manager

10 Months
Marshalls | 01.2026 - Current
  • Developed and implemented training programs for team members to enhance productivity.
  • Analyzed sales trends and inventory levels to optimize stock management strategies.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to improve customer service initiatives and operational efficiency.
  • Led performance evaluations, providing constructive feedback and fostering professional development among staff.
  • Conducted regular performance evaluations to identify areas for improvement and develop action plans for growth.
  • Oversaw daily operations, ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures.

Store Manager

6 Years 2 Months
Marshalls | 09.2020 - Current
  • 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.
  • Completed point of sale opening and closing procedures.
  • Maximized sales and minimized shrinkage through excellent customer service and adherence to standard practices.
  • 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.
  • Approved regular payroll submissions for employees.
  • Rotated merchandise and displays to feature new products and promotions.
  • Reviewed and monitored scheduling, purchases and other expenses to maintain quarterly budget.

Store Manager

9 Years
Bed Bath & Beyond | 09.2011 - 09.2020
  • Onboarded new employees with training and new hire documentation.
  • Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
  • Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
  • Evaluated employees' strengths and assigned tasks based upon experience and training.
  • 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.
  • Scheduled and led weekly store meetings for all employees to discuss sales promotions and new inventory while providing platform for all to voice concerns.
  • Reviewed performance data to monitor and measure productivity, goal progress and activity levels.
  • Minimized on-site cash with frequent deposits and high accuracy in predicting operations.

Store Manager

4 Years 3 Months
Toys"R"Us | 06.2007 - 09.2011
  • Onboarded new employees with training and new hire documentation.
  • Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
  • Evaluated employees' strengths and assigned tasks based upon experience and training.
  • Maintained strong knowledge in handling of perishable products in dairy, meat and produce departments.
  • Devised processes to boost long-term business success and increase profit levels.
  • Delivered positive results by controlling monthly operations budget and limiting financial discrepancies.
  • Scheduled and led weekly store meetings for all employees to discuss sales promotions and new inventory while providing platform for all to voice concerns.
  • Reconciled daily sales transactions to balance and log day-to-day revenue.

Education

Associate of Science - Business Administration

Saginaw Valley State University | Bay City, MI | 06.2002

Skills

Verbal and Written Communication
Store Merchandising
Payroll Management
Shift Scheduling
Financial Management
Financial Statement Review
Inventory Management
Cash Management
Customer Service

Timeline

Area Manager

Marshalls
01.2026 - CurrentRead More

Store Manager

Marshalls
09.2020 - CurrentRead More

Store Manager

Bed Bath & Beyond
09.2011 - 09.2020Read More

Store Manager

Toys"R"Us
06.2007 - 09.2011Read More

Saginaw Valley State University

Associate of Science from Business Administration
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Rayshawn Nichols