Experienced assistant store manager with strong customer service and problem-solving skills. Proven ability to manage high-stress situations and adapt to changing business needs.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Store Manager
Penn State Bookstore
University Park, PA
12.2023 - Current
Supervised daily store operations, ensuring efficient workflow and optimal customer service.
Coordinated staff schedules, optimizing labor allocation for peak shopping periods and events.
Resolved customer inquiries and complaints, enhancing overall satisfaction and loyalty to the bookstore.
Managed multiple departments ensuring merchandise standards and staffing needs were being met daily.
Assisted in the planning,execution and tear down of pop up shops in store and at locations around campus.
General Merchandise Department Manager
Penn State Bookstore
University Park, PA
09.2023 - 12.2023
Oversaw and maintained store standards for the sales floor.
Scheduled student employees to ensure floor coverage.
Updated sales floor weekly based on themes for football and other on campus events.
Key holder with opening, closing and cash management responsiblities.
Supervisor
Penn State Bookstore
University Park, PA
07.2020 - 09.2023
Resolved customer inquiries and complaints promptly to enhance service quality.
Maintained cleanliness and organization of the sales floor to create a welcoming environment.
Operated branch campus locations when staffing was needed.
Assisted in off site sales at sporting events, setting up and tearing down at each home football game.
Shipping and Receiving Clerk
Barnes & Noble
State College, PA
02.2020 - 03.2020
Oversaw receiving operation, ensuring proper documentation and inspection of incoming merchandise.
Stocked sales floor with incoming merchandise.
Created and shipped publisher returns.
Textbook Department Manager
Penn State Bookstore
University Park, PA
10.2016 - 11.2019
Oversaw daily operations, ensuring efficient workflow and staff productivity.
Oversaw inventory management processes, maintaining optimal stock levels while minimizing waste and losses due to shrinkage or obsolescence.
Opening and closing responsibilities with cash management
Received, ordered and returned textbooks each semester