Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
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Certification
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Regina Machia

Cohoes

Summary

Dynamic retail professional with a proven track record at Dollar General Market, excelling in store operations and employee training. Enhanced customer satisfaction through exceptional service and product knowledge, while implementing loss prevention strategies that significantly reduced shrinkage. Adept at multitasking and fostering team collaboration to achieve sales targets and drive revenue growth.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Retail Keyholder

Dollar General Market
07.2024 - Current
  • Stored security alarm codes and keys and made routine code changes.
  • Performed category maintenance by rotating products according to company product rotation policy.
  • Rearranged racks and shelving based on seasonal planograms.
  • Mentored new employees on product features, sales techniques, and company procedures to enhance overall team performance.
  • Opened and closed store at proper times for reliable services.
  • Contributed ideas for marketing campaigns leading to increased foot traffic and revenue generation.
  • Assisted store cashiers during peak sales times.
  • Oversaw regular store cleaning of shelves, backrooms and racks.
  • Trained junior staff members on loss prevention strategies reducing shrinkage rates within the store.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by providing exceptional product knowledge and personalized service.
  • Maintained confidentiality and security of sales records and operational reports.
  • Processed returns and exchanges swiftly, ensuring a positive customer experience while adhering to company policies.
  • Worked with store manager to create employee schedules.
  • Participated in regular team meetings to discuss performance metrics, set goals, identify areas for improvement and share best practices.
  • Resolved customer complaints professionally, ensuring their concerns were addressed promptly and effectively.
  • Managed the store during the absence of higher-level supervisors, maintaining smooth daily operations and meeting sales goals.
  • Utilized product information and sampling to educate customers and assist in product selections.
  • Assisted store management in achieving sales targets through effective merchandising strategies and staff training.
  • Ensured timely inventory replenishment, maintaining optimal stock levels for high-demand products.
  • Maintained a clean and organized work environment for both staff members and customers by performing daily upkeep tasks.
  • Collaborated with team members to create visually appealing displays that attracted customers and boosted sales.
  • Balanced cash registers at end of shift and filled out necessary reports.
  • Met sales targets consistently for each shift by positively engaging customers and delivering high levels of service.
  • Oversaw store operations by counting cash drawers, reviewing equipment management, and supervising staff.
  • Engaged with customers to build rapport and promote long-term loyalty for increased sales.
  • Trained and supervised new employees to apply best practices in customer service and store operations.
  • Assisted with team responsibilities by cleaning, managing cash registers, and product merchandising.
  • Swept and mopped floor, wiped windows and fixtures after closing to maintain organized and tidy store.
  • Managed store personnel by delegating tasks and supervising daily operations.
  • Monitored associates throughout each assigned shift and professionally managed any challenges to maintain optimal store performance.
  • Streamlined opening and closing procedures as integral member of store staff.
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with customers and vendors to establish rapport and build trust.
  • Marked-down clearance items and relocated merchandise to proper store areas.
  • Maintained focus during busy times and delegated tasks to employees to keep business running smoothly.
  • Implemented daily operating procedures to keep store clean, adequately stocked, and well-organized.
  • Volunteered for extra shifts during holidays and other busy periods to alleviate staffing shortages.
  • Effectively allocated tasks during high-traffic times to keep operations running smoothly and employees focused.
  • Walked through department multiple times each shift to evaluate and correct issues such as cleaning and stock replenishment needs.
  • Maintained clean, adequately stocked, and organized store by streamlining daily operations and introducing new procedures.
  • Educated staff on strategies for handling difficult customers and challenging situations.
  • Trained newly hired sales team in upselling techniques.
  • Examined incoming inventory, merchandised shelves and prevented shrinkage.
  • Mentored new sales associates to contribute to store's positive culture.
  • Researched issues to obtain appropriate answers to customer inquiries.
  • Kept close eye on department employees and customers to assess theft risks and maintain loss prevention goals.
  • Decreased inventory shrinkage, drive-off and daily cash discrepancies by closely monitoring daily operations.
  • Submitted reports to senior management to aid in business decision-making and planning.
  • Set and updated weekly work schedules to meet coverage demands by considering factors like expected customer levels, planned promotions and individual employee strengths.
  • Liaised with sales, marketing, and management teams to develop solutions and accomplish shared objectives.
  • Increased retail space by Number square feet by improving gross profits by Number%.

Education

Network Administration Office Assistant

Community College of Vermont
Saint Albans, VT
06.2011

Skills

  • Store operations
  • Cash handling accuracy
  • Employee training
  • Social media marketing
  • Scheduling coordination
  • Sales proficiency
  • Merchandise display
  • Loss prevention strategies
  • Promotional planning
  • Cross-selling
  • Customer service
  • Workplace safety
  • Cash handling
  • Customer service management
  • Training and mentoring
  • Staff training and development
  • Team building
  • Task delegation
  • Staff training
  • Safety enforcement
  • Inventory monitoring
  • Employee scheduling
  • Team training and development
  • Alarm systems
  • Store maintenance
  • Daily reporting
  • Product ordering
  • Resource management
  • Promotional campaigns
  • Personnel scheduling
  • Loss prevention
  • Sales coaching
  • Bank deposits
  • Front end operations
  • Employee oversight
  • Opening and closing coordination
  • Store recovery processes
  • Store operations oversight
  • Drawer counting
  • Sales quotas
  • Willingness to learn
  • Teamwork
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Multitasking and prioritizing
  • Problem-solving
  • Time management
  • Attention to detail
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Reliability
  • Excellent communication
  • Critical thinking
  • Customer satisfaction
  • Organizational skills
  • Team leadership
  • Cash handling and reconciliation
  • Active listening
  • Effective communication
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Decision-making
  • Team building and motivation
  • Customer engagement
  • Relationship building
  • Customer relations
  • Health and safety procedures
  • Superior work ethic
  • Inventory and stocking
  • Computer proficiency
  • Delegation and supervision
  • Goal setting and achievement
  • Creativity and originality
  • Staff coaching and training
  • Handling complaints
  • Task prioritization
  • Adaptable to changing demands
  • Flexible work schedule
  • Self motivation
  • Product knowledge
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Analytical thinking
  • Conflict resolution
  • Goal setting
  • Complaint handling
  • Professionalism
  • Interpersonal communication
  • Basic mathematics
  • Problem anticipation and resolution
  • Quality control
  • Strategic planning
  • Sales leadership
  • Staff motivation

Certification

Many Certificates through the company

Timeline

Retail Keyholder

Dollar General Market
07.2024 - Current

Network Administration Office Assistant

Community College of Vermont