I am looking for an opportunity within a reputable company that will offer the ability to not only learn but to grow with the company. I am a Store Manager that is focused on maximizing productivity and increasing the customer base. I believe exceptional customer service is essential to retail success.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Store Manager
99 Cents Only Stores Llc
10.2020 - Current
Oversee a busy retail store with annual turnover of $9 Million, including direct supervision of 41+ employees
Determine staffing requirements, and interview, hire and train new employees
Communicate effectively with my store
Work with my produce manager on what items we are needing vs
What is not selling to control loss
Focused on reducing shrink in store
Merchandising and resets Plan store layouts or design displays
Review financial statements, sales and activity reports, and other performance data to measure productivity
Training and development of my team
Resolve customer complaints regarding sales and service
Manage staff, preparing work schedules and assigning specific duties
Establish and implement policies, goals, objectives, and procedures
Oversaw inventory management with cycle counts, audits and shrinkage control
Plan and execute floor changes that need be completed before every truck unload.
Assistant Manager/Acting Store Manager
Sprouts Farmers Market Inc, Grocery
09.2022 - 02.2023
Oversaw a busy grocery store with annual turnover of $18 Million, including direct supervision of 105+ employees
Improved customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving complaints promptly.
Streamlined store operations for increased efficiency, implementing new processes and procedures.
Developed strong working relationships with staff, fostering a positive work environment.
Increased sales through effective merchandising strategies and targeted promotions.
Managed inventory levels to minimize stockouts while reducing overhead costs.
Conducted employee performance evaluations, providing constructive feedback for growth and development.
Implemented staff training programs, enhancing product knowledge and improving customer service skills.
Store Manager
BIG LOTS
11.2018 - 09.2020
Oversaw a busy retail store with annual turnover of $8.4 Million, including direct supervision of 60+ employees
1-million-dollar furniture department
Increased store profitability by implementing cost-saving measures and efficient inventory management strategies
Promoting people within the business
Manage staff, preparing work schedules and assigning specific duties
Recommend, select, and help locate or obtain merchandise based on customer needs and desires
Training and development of my team
Resolve customer complaints regarding sales and service
Watch for and recognize security risks and thefts and know how to prevent or handle these situations
Focused on reducing shrink in store
Merchandising and resets Plan store layouts or design displays
Price changes done weekly
Place special orders or call other stores to find desired items
Maintaining the cleanliness of the store
Perform sales floor work, such as greeting or assisting customers, stocking shelves, or taking inventory
Review financial statements, sales and activity reports, and other performance data to measure productivity
Track and train staff on rewards goal and attachment
Reported to the district manager regarding all store and staff issues
Oversaw inventory management with cycle counts, audits and shrinkage control
Reorganized sales floor, changing product layout to optimize customer flow and improve product visibility
Processed shipments and maintained stock shelf organization
Developed and optimized store schedules to meet expected coverage demands and maintain optimal service levels
Delegated work to employees based on shift requirements, individual strengths and unique training
Shared product knowledge with customers and made personal recommendations, which boosted upselling and cross-selling.
Store Manager
Fallas
10.2015 - 10.2018
Oversaw a busy retail store with annual turnover of $6+ Million, including direct supervision of 52+ employees
Managed multiple locations at once
Opened a new location which included hiring, orientation, terminating and setting the location up for success
Manage staff, preparing work schedules and assigning specific duties
Establish and implement policies, goals, objectives, and procedures
Plan and direct staffing, training, and performance evaluations to develop staff members and control sales
Determine staffing requirements, and interview, hire and train new employees
Review financial statements, sales and activity reports, and other performance data to measure productivity
Perform sales floor work, such as greeting or assisting customers, stocking shelves, or taking inventory
Plan store layouts or design displays
Overseeing the procedure of store audits, and making sure paperwork is organized and correctly completed
Examine contents and compare with records, such as manifests and invoices to verify accuracy of incoming or outgoing shipment
Ticket, arrange and display merchandise to promote sales
Resolve customer complaints regarding sales and service
Watch for and recognize security risks and thefts and know how to prevent or handle these situations
Trained and developed new associates on POS system and key sales tactics
Reported to the district manager regarding all store and staff issues.
Merchandising Manager
Sports Authority
07.2008 - 02.2015
Oversaw a busy retail store with annual turnover of $5.2 Million, including direct supervision of 34+ employees
Manage staff, preparing work schedules and assigning specific duties
Determine staffing requirements, and interview, hire and train new employees
Direct and coordinate staff members for pricing, sales and merchandising of products
Review financial statements, sales and activity reports, and other performance data
Perform sales floor work, such as greeting or assisting customers, stocking shelves, or taking inventory
Ticket, arrange and display merchandise to promote sales
Recommend, select, and help locate or obtain merchandise based on customer needs and desires
Open and close cash registers, performing tasks such as counting money, separating charge slips, coupons, balancing cash drawers, and making deposits
Place special orders or call other stores to find desired items
Trained and developed new associates on POS system and key sales tactics
Generated repeat business through exceptional customer service
Planned and executed in-store promotional events to increase customer engagement and sales revenues
Determined a direction for seasonal merchandise by researching and analyzing trends.
Lead Cold Receiver /Produce Associate Team Leader at 99 Cents Only Stores LlcLead Cold Receiver /Produce Associate Team Leader at 99 Cents Only Stores Llc