Taylor Shuksta
Philadelphia
Summary
Associate Manager with over 9 years of experience in leading retail operations and team development, skilled in loss prevention, customer service, and inventory control. Excels in strategic merchandising and data-driven decision-making to enhance store performance and customer satisfaction. Passionate about fostering team excellence and driving operational efficiency to achieve company objectives.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales Lead Manager
Coach
11.2025 - Current
- Directed sales team to consistently meet monthly targets through strategic coaching and performance management.
- Designed and implemented training programs to elevate product knowledge and customer engagement skills among staff.
- Evaluated sales data to uncover trends and enhance inventory management and merchandising strategies.
- Partnered with marketing teams to execute promotional campaigns that enhanced brand visibility.
- Designed and executed comprehensive training programs to elevate team performance.
- Directed sales team to surpass quarterly targets through strategic planning and execution.
- Evaluated market trends to uncover growth opportunities and enhance sales strategies.
Associate Manager
Armani Exchange
08.2022 - 09.2025
- Same responsibilities to current position.
Associate Manager
Ann Taylor
06.2021 - 06.2022
- Same responsibilities to current position.
Associate Manager
Express
08.2018 - 10.2020
- Same responsibilities to current position.
Education
High School Diploma -
Mascoutah High School
Mascoutah05.2015
Skills
- Cultivated a positive work environment to enhance team performance and morale
- Developed strategies to improve customer experience and foster long-term loyalty
- Developed and implemented strategies to foster team engagement and strengthen workplace relationships
- Led initiatives to refine retail strategies that increased market presence Oversaw implementation of customer-focused programs to drive sales growth Collaborated with cross-functional teams to optimize product placement and merchandising
- Oversaw store operations to enhance customer experience and drive sales growth Coordinated with staff to implement operational strategies that improved efficiency Managed inventory processes to optimize stock levels and reduce waste
- Managed and optimized staff scheduling processes to enhance operational efficiency Led initiatives to improve scheduling accuracy and reduce conflicts, fostering a collaborative work environment Implemented strategic scheduling solutions to align workforce capabilities with organizational goals
- Oversaw retail operations to enhance customer experience and drive sales growth Coordinated with staff to implement operational strategies that improved efficiency Managed inventory processes to ensure product availability and minimize loss
- Utilized analytical skills to identify trends and insights, enhancing operational efficiency and effectiveness
- Streamlined workflow management to support project timelines and team collaboration
- Led initiatives to foster team engagement and motivation, resulting in improved collaboration and productivity Cultivated a culture of recognition and support, enhancing team dynamics and performance Championed team development through mentorship and training opportunities
- Implemented inventory management strategies to enhance operational efficiency
- Pipeline management
- Performance analysis
- Internet sales
- Results and closing ratios
Timeline
Sales Lead Manager
Coach
11.2025 - Current
Associate Manager
Armani Exchange
08.2022 - 09.2025
Associate Manager
Ann Taylor
06.2021 - 06.2022
Associate Manager
Express
08.2018 - 10.2020
High School Diploma -
Mascoutah High School