REBECCA WARDEN
Port Charlotte,FL
Summary
Retail management professional with proven track record in leading store operations and driving sales growth. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results. Expertise in inventory management, customer service, and staff training, coupled with excellent problem-solving and communication skills. Enthusiastic about creating positive shopping experiences and optimizing store performance.
Overview
1
1
Certification
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Store Manager
Habitat for Humanity Charlotte County
Punta Gorda, FL
06.2026 - Current
- Developed and monitored annual store budgets, analyzed profit and loss statements, tracked daily sales, and handled bank deposits to maintain financial health.
- Managed daily opening and closing procedures, cash handling, facility safety, and inventory control to ensure smooth operations.
- Recruit, hire, train, schedule, and supervise paid employees and store volunteers.
- Coordinate incoming donations, build relationships with corporate and individual donors, and promote Habitat's mission locally.
- Coordinated incoming donations and built relationships with corporate and individual donors to enhance community support for Habitat's mission.
Store Manager Trainee
ALDI
Venice, FL
03.2026 - 05.2026
- Supervised daily store operations, ensuring high standards of merchandising and store cleanliness.
- Implemented loss prevention strategies to safeguard assets and reduce shrinkage.
- Managed inventory levels to optimize product availability and reduce waste.
- Fostered positive team environment through effective communication and support, enhancing collaboration.
Store Manager
Winn Dixie
Port Charlotte
05.2023 - 02.2025
- Increased store sales through strategic marketing initiatives and impactful visual merchandising.
- Directed daily operations, enhancing store performance and elevating customer satisfaction.
- Oversaw budgeting for retail location, managing labor costs, controlling expenses, and tracking revenue.
- Mentored and trained team members on sales techniques and product knowledge.
- Reduced shrinkage levels by closely monitoring security measures, conducting staff training, and implementing loss prevention initiatives.
Store Merchandise Manager
Winn Dixie
Port Charlotte, FL
12.2014 - 05.2023
- Led teams in planning, implementation and execution of merchandising and operating initiatives to streamline business effectiveness.
- Evaluated purchasing needs and monitored in-store sales and inventory levels to inform stock decisions.
- Supported day-to-day store operations while developing store associates to meet sales targets and performance goals.
Customer Service Manager
Winn Dixie
Port Charlotte, FL
12.2013 - 12.2014
- Provided exceptional service to customers by addressing concerns and developing tailored solutions.
- Delivered ongoing training to associates, improving performance and strengthening customer relations skills.
- Interviewed, hired, and trained quality-focused customer service representatives to enhance team capabilities.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Art administration and Management
The University of Tampa
Tampa, FL01-2008
Skills
- Store Operations
- Inventory Optimization
- Sales Forecasting
- Financial analysis
- Safety Compliance
- Shrinkage prevention
- Coordinating schedules
- Team Leadership
- Food Safety Certificate
Personal Information
Title: Retail Management Professional
Certification
Food Safety Certificate, PPE use, Shrinkage prevention, Merchandising skills, Coordinating schedules, Customer Service
Accomplishments
Improved store sales by implementing effective marketing strategies and attractive visual merchandising. Reduced shrinkage levels by closely monitoring security measures, conducting staff training, and implementing loss prevention initiatives.
Timeline
Store Manager
Habitat for Humanity Charlotte County
06.2026 - Current
Store Manager Trainee
ALDI
03.2026 - 05.2026
Store Manager
Winn Dixie
05.2023 - 02.2025
Store Merchandise Manager
Winn Dixie
12.2014 - 05.2023
Customer Service Manager
Winn Dixie
12.2013 - 12.2014
Bachelor of Science - Art administration and Management
The University of Tampa