Tara Adams

Responsible for the management of all employees in the effective planning and implementation of all store processes, including ordering receiving, stocking, presentation, ordering, staffing, selling, and support.

• Managed daily store operations and ensured adherence to company policies.
• Monitored inventory levels and conducted regular stock assessments.
• Implemented promotional strategies to increase foot traffic and sales volume.
• Recruited, trained and supervised new employees.
• Conducted daily store operations, including opening and closing procedures and cash handling.
• Balanced sales, reconciled cash and made bank deposits to facilitate opening and closing duties.
• Created weekly work schedules for store personnel.
• Oversaw inventory management through cycle counts, audits and shrinkage control.
• Prepared monthly reports on sales figures, expenses, profits.
• Ensured compliance with safety regulations and company policies.
• Strengthened work flow productivity by hiring, managing and developing top talent.
• Established store tactics and strategies to achieve operational performance and sales goals.

• Designed engaging visual displays to enhance brand identity and customer experience.
• Collaborated with store management to ensure compliance with merchandising standards.
• Trained and mentored junior visual merchandising staff on best practices and techniques.

• Led apparel department operations during peak shopping hours to ensure efficient customer service.
• Guided customers in selecting clothing and accessories to enhance their shopping experience.
• Organized merchandise displays to improve product visibility and attract customer interest.
• Monitored employee productivity and provided constructive feedback and coaching.
• Assigned tasks to staff members based on their strengths and abilities.

• Managed territory operations and ensured compliance with company policies.
• Developed and maintained relationships with retail partners and stakeholders.
• Trained and mentored team members on best practices and sales techniques.
• Maintained direct personal contact with all assigned accounts and fostered relations with new ones.
• Provided training and support to team members on product knowledge, sales techniques, and customer service best practices.
• Planned travel schedule for visiting stores within assigned territory on a regular basis.
• Managed group resets.

• Developed and maintained key relationships with consumers and businesses through effective communication strategies and interpersonal skills.
• Consistently met or exceeded sales quotas by assessing and meeting customer needs.
• Engaged positively with each customer, providing professional, and polite support for sales and service needs.
• Upsold additional products when appropriate to increase store revenue.
• Greeted customers, identified their needs and provided product information.