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Education
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StoreManager

Stephanie Raynor

Moultrie,GA

Summary

Inspiring manager with extensive experience in Retail product industries and 15 years of experience in leadership roles. Skilled at decreasing downtime and spending while increasing sales and customer satisfaction. Organized and dedicated to streamlining procedures.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Store Manager

Belk
02.2024 - Current
  • Managed daily operations to ensure smooth functioning of the store, maintaining a clean, safe environment for customers and employees.
  • Managed inventory control, cash control, and store opening and closing procedures.
  • Addressed customer complaints promptly and professionally, resolving issues to maintain positive relationships with clientele.
  • Assisted with hiring, training and mentoring new staff members.
  • Managed store employees successfully in fast-paced environment through proactive communication and positive feedback.
  • Improved customer satisfaction through staff training in customer service and product knowledge.
  • Completed point of sale opening and closing procedures.
  • Mentored new hires during their onboarding process, ensuring they were well-equipped to excel in their roles from day one.
  • Rotated merchandise and displays to feature new products and promotions.
  • Maximized sales by creating innovative visual merchandising displays and store layouts.
  • Conducted regular performance reviews for staff members, providing constructive feedback and opportunities for growth.
  • Approved regular payroll submissions for employees.
  • Coached sales associates in product specifications, sales incentives, and selling techniques, significantly increasing customer satisfaction ratings.
  • Maximized sales and minimized shrinkage through excellent customer service and adherence to standard practices.
  • Supervised guests at front counter, answering questions regarding products.
  • Managed financial aspects of store operations, including budget planning, expense tracking, and accurate record-keeping to maintain fiscal responsibility.
  • Promoted team collaboration, performance, and efficiency by fostering healthy environments focused on mutual success.
  • Increased store profitability by implementing cost-saving measures and efficient inventory management strategies.
  • Organized special events such as seasonal sales promotions to drive foot traffic into the store and increase sales opportunities.
  • Implemented loss prevention strategies, significantly reducing shrinkage.
  • Improved store layout for better customer flow and product visibility, leading to increase in average purchase size.
  • Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.

Store Manager

Belk
10.2023 - 02.2024
  • Managed daily operations to ensure smooth functioning of the store, maintaining a clean, safe environment for customers and employees.
  • Managed inventory control, cash control, and store opening and closing procedures.
  • Addressed customer complaints promptly and professionally, resolving issues to maintain positive relationships with clientele.
  • Managed store employees successfully in fast-paced environment through proactive communication and positive feedback.
  • Completed point of sale opening and closing procedures.
  • Mentored new hires during their onboarding process, ensuring they were well-equipped to excel in their roles from day one.
  • Maximized sales by creating innovative visual merchandising displays and store layouts.
  • Rotated merchandise and displays to feature new products and promotions.
  • Approved regular payroll submissions for employees.
  • Conducted regular performance reviews for staff members, providing constructive feedback and opportunities for growth.
  • Maximized sales and minimized shrinkage through excellent customer service and adherence to standard practices.
  • Set effective store schedules based on forecasted customer levels, individual employee knowledge, and service requirements.
  • Oversaw loss prevention efforts, minimizing shrinkage by implementing effective security measures and training staff on proper procedures.

Sales Team Manager

Belk
03.2021 - 10.2023
  • Kept up with latest trends and recommended enhancements to enhance company product offerings.
  • Mentored employees in successful selling techniques and encouraged cross-selling additional products and services.
  • Developed and implemented new sales strategies to update product lines.
  • Tracked monthly sales to generate reports for business development planning.
  • Reduced process gaps by hiring, supervising and coaching employees on sales strategies and protocols, optimizing performance, growth and profitability.
  • Supported all sales team members to drive growth and development.
  • Boosted team morale and overall sales volume by creating employee incentive sales contests.
  • Planned and directed staff training and performance evaluations.
  • Coached employees in successful selling methods and encouraged cross-selling to drive revenue.
  • Recruited, interviewed and hired individuals adding value, dedication and knowledge to sales team.

Sales Team Manager

Belk
03.2017 - 03.2021
  • Kept up with latest trends and recommended enhancements to enhance company product offerings.
  • Mentored employees in successful selling techniques and encouraged cross-selling additional products and services.
  • Exceeded sales goals and improved profitability by aligning sales strategies and business plans with market trends.
  • Oversaw management and implementation of new revenue strategies, sales initiatives and customer engagement tactics to increase market share.
  • Tracked monthly sales to generate reports for business development planning.
  • Reduced process gaps by hiring, supervising and coaching employees on sales strategies and protocols, optimizing performance, growth and profitability.
  • Supported all sales team members to drive growth and development.
  • Boosted revenue and facilitated sales activity while developing consistent employee measurements for exceeding goals.
  • Developed and implemented new sales strategies to update product lines.

Key Holder/Sales Associate

Belk
11.2005 - 03.2017
  • Addressed employee issues and conflicts to provide input, feedback and coaching.
  • Taught junior employees how to meet operational and sales goals with proactive strategies.
  • Connected with customers daily to understand needs, provide assistance and collect feedback to optimize operations.
  • Organized in-store promotional events.
  • Maintained store in clean and neat manner.
  • Signed for incoming shipments in manager's absence.
  • Operated cash register.
  • Set up visually appealing promotional displays.
  • Delegated tasks appropriate to individual employees to provide development opportunities.

Store Manager

Hardees
08.2001 - 11.2002
  • Processed daily paperwork, balanced register drawers, produced staffing schedules and prepared deposits.
  • Resolved customer problems by investigating issues, answering questions and building rapport.
  • Prioritized sanitation, safety and health standards in work areas to meet OSHA requirements.
  • Delivered excellent customer service and adhered to standard practices to maximize sales and minimize shrinkage.
  • Oversaw inventory management through cycle counts, audits and shrinkage control.
  • Managed inventory tracking and physical inventory counts to minimize loss.
  • Oversaw POS operations and cash management to reduce errors.
  • Balanced sales, reconciled cash and made bank deposits to facilitate opening and closing duties.

Assistant Manager

Hardee’s
10.2000 - 08.2001

Organized schedules, workflows and shift coverage to meet expected business demands.

  • Planned and prepared workflow schedules, delegating tasks for [Number]-member team.
  • Maintained inventory accuracy by counting stock-on-hand and reconciling discrepancies.
  • Enforced company policies and procedures to strengthen operational standards across departments.
  • Delegated daily tasks to team members to optimize group productivity.
  • Secured revenue, accurately monitoring transactions and deposits to eliminate discrepancies.
  • Completed inventory audits to identify losses and project demand.
  • Mentored staff to enhance skills and achieve daily targets, using hands-on and motivational leadership.
  • Conducted job interviews, led employee performance evaluations and rewarded top performers to attract and retain quality personnel.
  • Collaborated with store manager to develop strategies for achieving sales and profit goals.

Key Holder Leader

Hardees Resturamt
10.1998 - 10.2000
  • Connected with customers daily to understand needs, provide assistance and collect feedback.
  • Maintained inventory accuracy by counting stock-on-hand and reconciling discrepancies.
  • Signed for incoming shipments in manager's absence.
  • Maintained store in clean and neat manner.
  • Operated cash register.
  • Delegated tasks appropriate to individual employees.

Education

GED -

Moultrie Technical College
Moultrie, GA
06.2008

Skills

  • Product and service management
  • Budgeting
  • Sales tracking
  • Product knowledge
  • Energetic
  • Recruiting and hiring
  • Continuous improvements
  • Sales operations
  • Leadership skills
  • Customer service
  • Customer relations
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Friendly and positive
  • Inventory control
  • Recruitment and hiring
  • Goals and performance
  • Supply ordering
  • Policies and procedures

Timeline

Store Manager

Belk
02.2024 - Current

Store Manager

Belk
10.2023 - 02.2024

Sales Team Manager

Belk
03.2021 - 10.2023

Sales Team Manager

Belk
03.2017 - 03.2021

Key Holder/Sales Associate

Belk
11.2005 - 03.2017

Store Manager

Hardees
08.2001 - 11.2002

Assistant Manager

Hardee’s
10.2000 - 08.2001

Key Holder Leader

Hardees Resturamt
10.1998 - 10.2000

GED -

Moultrie Technical College
Stephanie Raynor