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Rebekah Smith

Ledyard,CT

Summary

Multi-talented Retail Store Manager with over 5 years experience boosting sales, promoting customer loyalty, and increasing profits by motivating staff and assisting customers. Results-driven focus on monitoring staff member performance and offering advice on successful sales methods. Successful at resolving complex issues by working closely with employees and customers.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Store Team Leader

American Eagle Outfitters, Inc
Mashantucket, CT
03.2022 - Current
  • Trained new employees on proper protocols and customer service standards.
  • Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
  • Delivered business strategy and developed systems and procedures to improve operational quality and team efficiency
  • Boosted team member productivity by enhancing performance monitoring and instituting motivational approaches.
  • Directed management meetings to enhance collaboration and maintain culture based on trust and group problem-solving.

Store Team Leader

American Eagle Outfitters, Inc
Milford, CT
02.2021 - 03.2022
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Coached sales associates on product knowledge by using wide variety of training tools.

Selling Team Leader

American Eagle Outfitters, Inc
Farmington, CT
07.2020 - 02.2021
  • Implemented new working processes to deliver multiple improvements.
  • Molded team and embraced change to adapt within dynamic market.
  • Partnered with managers to identify and capitalize on sales trends and brand initiatives.
  • Served customers with knowledgeable, friendly support at every stage of shopping and purchasing.
  • Contributed to team objectives in fast-paced environment.
  • Performed effectively in self-directed work environment, managing day-to-day operations and decisions.

Merchanding Manager

American Eagle Outfitters, Inc
Waterford, CT
02.2019 - 07.2020
  • Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
  • Onboarded new employees with training and new hire documentation.
  • Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
  • Updated pricing and signage to complete product displays and educate customers.
  • Completed seasonal windows, dressed mannequins and arranged in-store displays to showcase available products.
  • Monitored inventory levels and kept adequate stock in product displays on sales floor.

Selling Team Leader

American Eagle Outfitters
Mashantucket, CT
03.2016 - 02.2019
  • Conducted training and mentored team members to promote productivity, accuracy and commitment to friendly service.
  • Built strong relationships with customers through positive attitude and attentive response.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of company mission and goals and mentored employees in reaching objectives aligned with company core values.

Education

Norwich Technical High School
Norwich, CT
06.2016

Skills

  • Time Management
  • Energetic
  • Loss Prevention Goals Monitoring
  • Building Customer Relationships and Loyalty
  • Exceeding Customer Expectations
  • Strong Communication and Interpersonal Skills
  • Engaging with Diverse Customers
  • Security Practices
  • Meeting Sales Goals

Timeline

Store Team Leader

American Eagle Outfitters, Inc
03.2022 - Current

Store Team Leader

American Eagle Outfitters, Inc
02.2021 - 03.2022

Selling Team Leader

American Eagle Outfitters, Inc
07.2020 - 02.2021

Merchanding Manager

American Eagle Outfitters, Inc
02.2019 - 07.2020

Selling Team Leader

American Eagle Outfitters
03.2016 - 02.2019

Norwich Technical High School
Rebekah Smith