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Sarah Ables

Grand Rapids,MI

Summary

Retail management professional with substantial experience in team leadership and customer engagement. Known for driving high standards and achieving results through collaborative team efforts. Reliable and adaptable, with strong skills in merchandising and sales strategies, ensuring positive shopping experience.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience

Work History

Boutique Team Leader

Francesca's
2021 - Current
  • Led daily operations, ensuring exceptional customer service and team engagement.
  • Trained and mentored team members, fostering a collaborative work environment.
  • Analyzed sales trends to optimize product placement and maximize revenue.
  • District Trainer in visual merchandising, enhancing store appeal to drive foot traffic.
  • Trained new Boutique Team Leaders in district.
  • Executed promotional events, increasing brand awareness within the community.
  • Developed staff schedules, balancing labor costs with operational needs.

Assistant Team Leader

Francesca's
2019 - 2021
  • Assisted Team Leader in daily operational management and staff coordination.
  • Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and organized store environment.
  • Inspired and coached team members on guest engagement to increase sales, KPI's, and return customers.
  • Supported promotional initiatives through effective merchandising strategies and displays.

Store Manager

Rebel
2018 - 2019
  • Managed daily store operations, ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures.
  • Trained and developed team members to enhance customer service skills and product knowledge.
  • Implemented inventory management practices to optimize stock levels and reduce shrinkage.
  • Analyzed sales data to identify trends and adjust merchandising strategies accordingly.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Fashion Merchandising

GRCC
Grand Rapids

Skills

  • Guest engagement
  • Merchandise presentation
  • Store operations
  • Team management
  • Coaching and mentoring
  • Recruitment and hiring
  • Employee scheduling
  • Teamwork and collaboration

Timeline

Boutique Team Leader

Francesca's
2021 - Current

Assistant Team Leader

Francesca's
2019 - 2021

Store Manager

Rebel
2018 - 2019

Some College (No Degree) - Fashion Merchandising

GRCC