Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
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Susan Milligan

Stafford,VA

Summary

Dynamic leader with proven expertise in retail operations management and customer service excellence, honed at Marshalls & HomeGoods. Skilled in staff training and development, fostering team motivation, and driving sales growth. Achieved consistent sales improvement and high customer satisfaction through strategic planning and effective problem-solving. Demonstrates exceptional decision-making and team leadership abilities.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Assistant Manager

Marshalls & HomeGoods
08.2024 - Current
  • Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
  • Maintained a clean, safe, and organized store environment to enhance the customer experience.
  • Developed strong working relationships with staff, fostering a positive work environment.
  • Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
  • Improved customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving complaints promptly.
  • Oversaw daily cash reconciliations, ensuring accurate financial reporting and minimizing discrepancies.
  • Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
  • Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies, and forecast future needs.
  • Managed inventory levels to minimize stockouts while reducing overhead costs.
  • Mentored junior staff members in their professional development by offering guidance/support in their assigned roles.
  • Generated repeat business through exceptional customer service.
  • Assisted in recruiting, interviewing, hiring, and onboarding of new employees to maintain adequate staffing levels.
  • Collaborated with the management team to develop strategic plans for business growth and improvement.
  • Promoted teamwork within the workplace by encouraging collaboration among staff members on various project tasks.
  • Enforced company policies consistently while handling disciplinary actions when necessary with fairness and respect.
  • Increased sales through effective merchandising strategies and targeted promotions.
  • Scheduled staff shifts to ensure proper coverage during peak shopping hours without exceeding labor budgets.
  • Facilitated clear communication between employees and upper management through regular meetings and updates.
  • Boosted employee morale by recognizing outstanding performance and celebrating team accomplishments.
  • Conducted employee performance evaluations, providing constructive feedback for growth and development.
  • Implemented staff training programs, enhancing product knowledge and improving customer service skills.
  • Ensured compliance with all safety regulations by conducting regular inspections of equipment/operations within the store.
  • Implemented loss prevention strategies, significantly reducing shrinkage.
  • Collaborated with management team to set sales targets and strategies, achieving consistent sales growth.
  • Conducted performance evaluations, identifying areas for development and rewarding strong performance.
  • Engaged with customers to gather feedback, using insights to improve service and product offerings.
  • Maintained compliance with health and safety regulations, ensuring safe environment for both staff and customers.
  • Assisted in budget preparation, ensuring alignment with financial goals.
  • Improved customer satisfaction by resolving complaints and inquiries promptly.
  • Coached new employees, ensuring smooth onboarding process and quicker adaptation to their roles.
  • Optimized scheduling to ensure adequate staffing during peak hours, improving service efficiency.
  • Oversaw daily operations to maintain store cleanliness and organization.
  • Led weekly team meetings to discuss goals and review performance, fostering culture of continuous improvement.
  • Opened and closed location and monitored shift changes to uphold successful operations strategies and maximize business success.
  • Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
  • Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
  • Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
  • Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated to other team members.
  • Improved staffing during busy periods by creating employee schedules and monitoring call-outs.
  • Established performance goals for employees and provided feedback on methods for reaching those milestones.
  • Identified and communicated customer needs to supply chain capacity and quality teams.
  • Successfully managed budgets and allocated resources to maximize productivity and profitability.
  • Reduced waste and pursued revenue development strategies to keep department aligned with sales and profit targets.
  • Developed detailed plans based on broad guidance and direction.
  • Streamlined and monitored quality programs to alleviate overdue compliance activities.

Key Holder

Tjmaxx
10.2005 - 10.2023
  • Managed daily cash handling procedures, ensuring accuracy in transactions and preventing losses due to discrepancies.
  • Resolved customer complaints professionally, resulting in increased customer satisfaction and loyalty.
  • Oversaw store operations by counting cash drawers, reviewing equipment management, and supervising staff.
  • Swept and mopped floor, wiped windows and fixtures after closing to maintain organized and tidy store.

Education

High School Diploma -

Huntington High School
Huntington, NY
05-1993

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Money handling
  • Team leadership
  • Decision-making
  • Problem-solving
  • Customer relations
  • Team motivation
  • Staff training and development
  • Staff supervision
  • Task delegation
  • Time management
  • Staff management
  • Conflict resolution
  • Team building
  • Recruiting and interviewing
  • Sales strategies
  • Retail operations management
  • Sales growth
  • Policy enforcement
  • Orientation and training
  • Project management abilities
  • Scheduling and planning
  • Workplace safety compliance
  • Employee supervision
  • Coaching and mentoring
  • Recruitment and hiring
  • Orientating and training

Accomplishments

  • Supervised team of 70 staff members.
  • Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.

Certification

  • OSHA Certified
  • Home Health Aide (HHA) Certification
  • Virginia Driver's License

Languages

English
Full Professional

Timeline

Assistant Manager

Marshalls & HomeGoods
08.2024 - Current

Key Holder

Tjmaxx
10.2005 - 10.2023

High School Diploma -

Huntington High School
Susan Milligan