Rebecca Taykowski
Fort Wayne,IN
Summary
Personable and organized individual with knack for creating harmonious and efficient household environments. Possesses deep understanding of household management principles and excellent skills in scheduling and resource coordination. Committed to enhancing living experience through meticulous attention to detail and proactive problem-solving.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
House Manager
Hopes Harbor
10.2024 - Current
- Adapted quickly to last-minute changes in plans or circumstances without compromising on quality or results.
- Anticipated needs of family members by staying informed about their preferences, schedules, and priorities.
- Enhanced family satisfaction with household management by addressing concerns promptly and efficiently.
- Ensured security protocols were followed throughout the property, maintaining a safe environment for family members at all times.
- Developed and implemented new housekeeping practices to increase productivity and cohesiveness.
- Planned special events such as parties or family gatherings with attention to detail and organization.
- Developed and maintained comprehensive inventory systems to ensure timely replenishment of supplies, reducing waste and saving costs.
Sales Manager
Bobs Discount Furniture
04.2021 - 10.2023
- Handled customer relations issues, enabling quick resolution, and client satisfaction.
- Increased sales revenue by developing and implementing effective sales strategies.
- Built long-lasting client relationships through excellent customer service and consistent followups.
- Led a successful sales team by providing motivational coaching and performance-based incentives.
- Organized regular sales meetings to review progress, share best practices, and set achievable targets for continued success.
- Consistently met or exceeded quarterly sales targets through diligent effort and persistence in closing deals.
Cosmetic Manager
The Bon-Ton Stores, Inc.
09.2015 - 07.2018
- Proactively identifying opportunities to reinforce the stores brands through retail and field activities through marketing campaigns, promotional events, and constant guest follow-ups
- Promoting high quality retailing standards at every opportunity, and engaging through demonstrations
- Delivering sales and profit growth through account partnerships
- Marketing, promoting and selling premium brands such as Estee Lauder Cosmetics
- Driving success by empowering teams in line with overall leadership plan and blue print
- Maintaining and developing a computerized customer and prospect database
- Organizing and maintaining stunning merchandising displays by use of plan-o-grams
- Managed a sales team of 5+ associates at one given time
- Maintaining relationships with multi-channel accounts
Cosmetic Counter Manager
Walgreens Stores, Inc.
09.2001 - 10.2009
- Fully able to take on high profile role where working closely with the company's Head Office team
- Always having in-depth product knowledge, and business acumen through quarterly education courses
- Able to coach, motivate and engage a diverse team
- Proven track record of achieving sales targets by use of promotions, tickle calls, and targeted event planning
- Detail oriented with the ability to manage projects from inception through execution
- Tracked daily sales and ensured team stayed on top of daily goal by 110%
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and turn over sales quickly during GWP periods
- Inventory Management responsibility
- Acted as Second Lead to the Gift department to ensure coverage
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Assistant
Indiana Vocational Technical College
Fort Wayne, INSkills
- Calendar management
- Preventive Maintenance
- Exceptional organization
- Safety management
- Appointment coordination
- Employee scheduling
- Financial management
- Staff training
- Crisis intervention
Careerfocus
Overseeing day to day operations of Hopes Harbor a non for profit, including management of time, coordinating schedules, overseeing maintenance and repairs, handling administrative tasks, and ensuring the smooth running of the home for the guests. Cooking and cleaning as needed. Essentially acting as the primary point of contact for all household operations.
Timeline
House Manager
Hopes Harbor
10.2024 - Current
Sales Manager
Bobs Discount Furniture
04.2021 - 10.2023
Cosmetic Manager
The Bon-Ton Stores, Inc.
09.2015 - 07.2018
Cosmetic Counter Manager
Walgreens Stores, Inc.
09.2001 - 10.2009
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Assistant
Indiana Vocational Technical College
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