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Sandra Mahnke

Las Vegas

Summary

Dynamic leader with a proven track record at Pandora Jewellery, adept in sales leadership and staff leadership. Excelled in enhancing brand awareness and optimizing store operations, consistently exceeding targets. Skilled in fostering vendor relationships and team collaboration, ensuring high levels of customer loyalty and team efficiency.

Overview

35
35
years of professional experience

Work History

Store Director

Pandora Jewellery
12.2011 - Current
  • Exceeded company targets consistently through proactive monitoring of KPIs and execution of corrective action plans when needed.
  • Conducted regular performance evaluations for staff members, identifying areas for growth and development.
  • Collaborated with other Store Directors on regional initiatives aimed at increasing brand presence in local markets.
  • Protected store from loss or theft by setting and enforcing clear security policies.
  • Promoted team collaboration, performance, and efficiency by fostering healthy environments focused on mutual success.
  • Optimized merchandising layouts based on shopper insights and market trends leading to enhanced product visibility.
  • Addressed customer concerns promptly and effectively, resulting in increased loyalty and repeat business.
  • Kept inventories accurate with daily cycle counts and regular audits to identify and resolve variances.

Paralegal

Monmouth County Prosecutor's Office
01.1999 - 04.2010
  • Reduced attorney workload by drafting routine legal documents such as pleadings, motions, and affidavits.
  • Managed scheduling of court calendars and deadlines to maintain smooth flow of firm operations.
  • Enhanced case efficiency by organizing and maintaining legal documents, files, and correspondence.
  • Assisted counsel in preparing answers, providing documentation, and information for discovery request.
  • Served as a liaison between crime victims and relevant legal professionals, ensuring clear communication and understanding of the victim''s needs throughout the process.
  • Advocated for victims'' rights during court proceedings, ensuring that their voices were heard throughout the legal process.
  • Accompanied clients to court to clarify processes and procedures.
  • Supported victims, family members and witnesses through law enforcement, healthcare and social services.
  • Trained new advocates on best practices for supporting domestic violence survivors effectively and compassionately.
  • Promoted a culture of self-care among staff and volunteers, fostering a healthy work environment that prioritized the well-being of both clients and service providers.
  • Provided crisis intervention services, reducing trauma symptoms among victims in immediate need.

Daycare Assistant

Matawan's Children's Center
03.1990 - 08.2002
  • Maintained clean, neat and hazard-free areas to protect kids, personnel and families.
  • Assisted in maintaining a safe and healthy environment, ensuring cleanliness and proper supervision of children.
  • Provided lunchtime assistance to monitor children, assist with eating and serve food.
  • Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
  • Used patience, skill and various behavior modification techniques to maintain order and safety.
  • Observed play activities to identify positive behaviors and areas in need of improvement, implementing behavior redirection where appropriate.
  • Taught children to organize toys, wash hands, and share by leading by example.
  • Provided support during naptime routines, ensuring a peaceful environment for restful sleep.

Education

Collage of Nursing - Medical Coding

Drexel University
Philadelphia, PA
03-2024

Associate of Applied Science - Paralegal Studies

Brookdale Community College
Lincroft, NJ
09-1996

Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education

Brookdale Community College
Lincroft, NJ
06-1995

Skills

  • Sales leadership
  • Vendor relationship development
  • Brand awareness
  • Staff leadership
  • People management
  • Store operations

Timeline

Store Director

Pandora Jewellery
12.2011 - Current

Paralegal

Monmouth County Prosecutor's Office
01.1999 - 04.2010

Daycare Assistant

Matawan's Children's Center
03.1990 - 08.2002

Collage of Nursing - Medical Coding

Drexel University

Associate of Applied Science - Paralegal Studies

Brookdale Community College

Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education

Brookdale Community College
Sandra Mahnke