Renee Simmons
Milford,PA
Summary
Seasoned Store Manager specializing in management of retail locations. Polished professional skilled at training employees on exceptional customer service etiquette and sales techniques. Gifted in overseeing all facets of customer-facing and back-end operations.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Store Manager
Bath & Body Works
08.2015 - 10.2023
- 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.
- Maximized high volume sales and minimized shrinkage through excellent customer service and adherence to standard practices.
- Maintained proper product levels and inventory controls for merchandise.
- Hire and develop team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
- Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.
Event Planner/Event Caterer
Design Excellence/ Kayter 2 You
09.2014 - Current
- Coordinated schedules and timelines for events.
- Brainstormed and implemented creative event concepts and themes.
- Performed event coordinating and food and beverage catering for larger parties and gatherings.
- Consulted with customers to determine objectives and requirements for events.
Retail Manager
The Children's Place
08.2013 - 08.2014
Intimates Store Manager
Victoria Secret
09.2012 - 08.2013
Store Manager
The Children's Place
04.2007 - 09.2012
Restaurant General Manager
Specialty Restaurant Group- The American Cafe
09.1994 - 05.2007
- General Manager 2002-2007
- Assistant General Manager 2000-2002
- Bartender, Server, Kitchen Staff 1996-2000
- Hostess 1994-1996
Education
Culinary/Baking And Pastry Arts -
Orange /Ulster Vocational School
Goshen, NY06.1995
High School Diploma -
Minisink Valley High School
Slate Hill, NY06.1995
Skills
- Loss Prevention
- Personnel Development
- Team Development
- POS Systems
- Employee Training
- Store Merchandising
- Shift Scheduling
- Customer Service Management
- Payroll Management
- Financial Operations Management
Timeline
Store Manager
Bath & Body Works
08.2015 - 10.2023
Event Planner/Event Caterer
Design Excellence/ Kayter 2 You
09.2014 - Current
Retail Manager
The Children's Place
08.2013 - 08.2014
Intimates Store Manager
Victoria Secret
09.2012 - 08.2013
Store Manager
The Children's Place
04.2007 - 09.2012
Restaurant General Manager
Specialty Restaurant Group- The American Cafe
09.1994 - 05.2007
Culinary/Baking And Pastry Arts -
Orange /Ulster Vocational School
High School Diploma -
Minisink Valley High School
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