Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
Work Availability
Work Preference
Software
Interests
Timeline
Hi, I’m

SARA STEIDINGER

Business Operations
Helena,AL
The person who says it cannot be done should not interrupt the person who is doing it.
Chinese proverb

Summary

Results-oriented management specialist with 20+ years of experience driving operational efficiency, improving team performance, and exceeding key performance indicators. Skilled in data analysis, identifying opportunities, and implementing strategic solutions for organizational growth.

Overview

22
years of professional experience
1
Certification

Work History

Walmart
Alabaster, AL

Exterior Service Manager
11.2022 - Current

Job overview

  • Created successful pilot teams for self-performing landscaping and power washing, resulting in enhanced customer service and reduced cost of vendor services.
  • Achieved high customer satisfaction ratings through adept communication skills, strategic scheduling techniques, and efficient staff management.
  • Implemented a proactive maintenance program to minimize equipment downtime, enhance customer satisfaction, and reduce expenses associated with equipment repairs.

Walmart
Alabaster, AL

Market Coordinator
11.2020 - 11.2022

Job overview

  • Utilized Tableau to conduct comprehensive trend analysis of process breakdowns across 8 Walmart Supercenters, successfully communicating root cause findings to associates.
  • Managed and executed all store follow-up activities encompassing human resources, data collection, and regional team directives.

Walmart
Hoover, AL

Store Manager
11.2018 - 01.2020

Job overview

  • Managed inventory through cycle counts, audits, and shrinkage control.
  • Hired, trained, and managed 85 associates, including assessing performance and implementing disciplinary measures.
  • Ensured protocol compliance and minimized regulatory risks by coordinating audits.
  • Resolved customer problems through investigation, answering inquiries, and establishing rapport.

Walmart
Birmingham, AL

Market Fresh Operations Manager
11.2016 - 11.2018

Job overview

  • Implemented solutions to improve processes and correct associate behaviors across 20 fresh operation facilities.
  • Evaluated operational trends, making proactive strategy adjustments to align performance with objectives.
  • Implemented a training program to enhance employee skills and cultivate internal leadership.

Walmart
Alabaster, AL

Store Co-Manager
11.2014 - 11.2016

Job overview

  • Maintained high standards of service by closely monitoring team behavior and offering valuable guidance.
  • Optimized floor coverage and service levels by setting schedules and delegating assignments according to team member strengths.

Walmart
Hoover, AL

Asset Protection Manager
09.2005 - 11.2014

Job overview

  • Mitigated risk by overseeing internal and external shoplifter apprehension and detention.
  • Delivered accident investigation conclusions, pinpointed potential improvements, and executed proactive measures to champion safety initiatives while fostering employee skill development.

Education

Jefferson State Community College
Birmingham, AL

Leadership Training, Leadership Training I, Leadership Training II
06.2021

LaGrange, GA

Store Manager Training, Customer/Member Centered, Planning and Improvement, Influence and Communicate, Adaptability, Delivers Training
05.2019

Wicklander-Zulawski & Associates
Downers Grove, IL

Interview And Interrogation Techniques

Ashville High School
Ashville, AL

High School Diploma

Skills

  • Goal Setting
  • Strategic business planning
  • Performance Evaluations
  • Operational Efficiency
  • Workplace Safety
  • Policy and Procedure Enforcement

Accomplishments

  • Exterior Services Manager of the Year 2023
  • Executive Vice President of Neighborhood Markets recognition for store turn-around 2019
  • Created Regional Fresh Council to integrate ideas and best practice in changing environment across multiple states 2018
  • Company Compliance Champion 2016
  • Asset Protection Manager of the Year 2009

Certification

  • EPA Section 608 Type I Certification
Availability
See my work availability
Not Available
Available
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
swipe to browse

Work Preference

Work Type

Full Time

Location Preference

On-SiteRemoteHybrid

Important To Me

Work-life balanceCompany CultureWork from home option

Software

Microsoft Outlook

Excel

PowerPoint

Power BI

Tableau

SharePoint

Interests

Mountain Biking

Gardening

Timeline

Exterior Service Manager

Walmart
11.2022 - Current

Market Coordinator

Walmart
11.2020 - 11.2022

Store Manager

Walmart
11.2018 - 01.2020

Market Fresh Operations Manager

Walmart
11.2016 - 11.2018

Store Co-Manager

Walmart
11.2014 - 11.2016

Asset Protection Manager

Walmart
09.2005 - 11.2014

Jefferson State Community College

Leadership Training, Leadership Training I, Leadership Training II

LaGrange, GA

Store Manager Training, Customer/Member Centered, Planning and Improvement, Influence and Communicate, Adaptability, Delivers Training

Wicklander-Zulawski & Associates

Interview And Interrogation Techniques

Ashville High School

High School Diploma

Similar Profiles

CREATE PROFILE
SARA STEIDINGERBusiness Operations