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Richard Peraino

Merced,CA

Summary

Reliable Store Manager with 36 years in sales and progressive leadership roles. Skilled at coaching and encouraging staff toward advancement by leveraging enthusiastic and supportive attitude. Proactive in addressing operational concerns to streamline processes, boost customer engagement and leverage substantial marketing prowess to strengthen and expand revenue streams.

Overview

46
46
years of professional experience

Work History

Store Manager

Perainos Jewelers
Merced, CA
06.1985 - 03.2023
  • Established customer service standards and monitored staff compliance.
  • Generated repeat business by responding to customer concerns with friendly and knowledgeable service.
  • Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner.
  • Used strong issue resolution and communication skills to cultivate and strengthen lasting client relationships.
  • Created weekly work schedules for store personnel.
  • Developed relationships with suppliers to negotiate better prices.
  • Fostered relationships with customers to expand customer base and retain business.

Insurance Agent

Farmers Insurance Agency
Modesto, California
06.1981 - 03.1985
  • Provided personalized insurance solutions for clients to meet diverse needs.
  • Assessed client risk profiles to determine appropriate coverage options.
  • Maintained accurate records of client interactions and policy details in systems.

Assistant Manager Reservation Center

Yosemite Park & Curry Company
Yosemite, CA
04.1979 - 02.1981
  • Supervise 27 reservation clerks and track room inventory for 5 properties in Yosemite National Park
  • Organized training sessions for new hires to familiarize them with the workplace environment.
  • Mediated conflicts between employees and facilitated effective resolutions to disputes.
  • Organized schedules, workflows and shift coverage to meet expected business demands.

Front Office Manager

Yosemite Lodge
Yosemite Village, CA
09.1977 - 02.1979

Supervise 8 desk clerks per shift of this 500 room property.

  • Held regular one-on-one meetings with employees to review performance and priorities and provide feedback.
  • Remained calm and professional in stressful circumstances and effectively diffused oversell situations.
  • Supervised 104 maids in the housekeeping department when the Housekeeper went out ill for 2 months.
  • Coordinated with other departments to ensure smooth running of the entire hotel operation.
  • Resolved customer complaints promptly and efficiently while maintaining a professional demeanor at all times.

Education

Business Administration

Merced College
Merced, CA
01-1976

Skills

  • POS Systems
  • Promotional Planning
  • Store Operations Oversight
  • Revenue Generation
  • Team Development
  • Retail Inventory Management
  • Customer Service Management
  • Shift Scheduling
  • Payroll Management
  • Store Merchandising

Timeline

Store Manager

Perainos Jewelers
06.1985 - 03.2023

Insurance Agent

Farmers Insurance Agency
06.1981 - 03.1985

Assistant Manager Reservation Center

Yosemite Park & Curry Company
04.1979 - 02.1981

Front Office Manager

Yosemite Lodge
09.1977 - 02.1979

Business Administration

Merced College