Experienced customer service based office professional with strong communication and managerial skills. Action-oriented with strong ability to adapt effectively and dedicated to exceed company expectations.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Store Office Team Lead
Jordan's Furniture
10.2023 - Current
Enhance customer satisfaction by providing efficient and courteous customer service both in person and telephone
Manage cash transactions accurately, prepare daily deposits and balancing of vault
Responsible for resolving escalated issues regarding orders, deliveries, financing and credits.
Work directly under supervisor to ensure team transaction consistency and coaching opportunities.
Managed approximately 30 incoming calls and emails from customers
Store Manager
Yankee Candle
04.2019 - 10.2023
Manage day to day operations of a candle retail store
Recommend merchandise based on customer needs
Train/mentor staff of 10-25 employees
Recruit, interview and hire to maintain staff
Conducted regular performance reviews for staff members, providing constructive feedback and opportunities for growth.
Addressed customer complaints promptly and professionally, resolving issues to maintain positive relationships with clientele.
Oversaw loss prevention efforts, minimizing shrinkage by implementing effective security measures and training staff on proper procedures.
Mentored new hires during their onboarding process, ensuring they were well-equipped to excel in their roles from day one.
Optimized labor scheduling according to store needs while adhering to budget constraints, maximizing productivity without compromising service quality.
Fostered a positive work environment by cultivating strong relationships between team members through team-building activities and consistent recognition of individual achievements.
Managed inventory control, cash control, and store opening and closing procedures.
Completed point of sale opening and closing procedures.
Approved regular payroll submissions for employees.
Improved customer satisfaction through staff training in customer service and product knowledge.
Store Manager
Gymboree Corporation
11.2018 - 04.2019
Company liquidated in April 2019
Assisted in all liquidation processes. Work closely with dissolution team to provide a smooth closure
Maximized sales by creating innovative merchandising
Merchandising displays and store layouts.
Managed daily operations to ensure smooth functioning of the store, maintaining a clean, safe environment for customers and employees.
Optimized labor scheduling according to store needs while adhering to budget constraints, maximizing productivity without compromising service quality.
Mentored new hires during their onboarding process, ensuring they were well-equipped to excel in their roles from day one.
Improved customer satisfaction through staff training in customer service and product knowledge.
Store Manager
Bath and Body Works
08.2016 - 02.2017
Maintained daily operations of high volume, fast paced store during peak holiday season
Trained, mentored and motivated staff of 25-35 employees.
Store Manager
Rue21
01.2015 - 08.2016
Store Closure September 2016
Manage daily operations of a high volume girls/guys clothing store
Hire, train, coach, and mentor store associates to adhere to company expectations and goals
Provide stellar customer service and selling of company products
Use creativity and selling techniques to place product in a strategic manner.
Store Sales Leader
Justice For Girls
03.2008 - 06.2012
Managed day to day operations of a girl's retail clothing store
Frequently exceeded company sales goals
Maintained and exceeded company shrink goal through entire length of employment
Trained new Store Sales Leaders and Assistant Sales Leaders to the company
Used as a team liaison for the district
Trained, coached and mentored staff to adhere to company goals
Hired and trained new staff to meet the goals of the business
Greeted customers and ascertained customers' needs
Recommended merchandise based on customer needs.
Regional Executive Assistant
Citizens Bank/Citizens Investment Services
08.2006 - 03.2008
Assisted Regional Manager in Investment Services responsible for 15 Financial Consultants
Assisted in all areas of administrative work including data entry, file organization, receptionist duties, research and development
Successfully established effective systems for record retention by creating a database for daily correspondence tracking
Managed executive calendar and coordinated monthly team meetings
Assisted in the development of meeting agendas to increase meeting efficiency
Responsible for weekly preparation of sales reports to executive management.
Enhanced executive efficiency by managing calendars, scheduling meetings, and organizing travel arrangements.
Streamlined communication by drafting correspondence, emails, and presentations for regional team members.
Operations Supervisor
Liberty Bank
03.2005 - 08.2006
Worked directly under Branch Manager to ensure compliance of branch operations
Opened new customer accounts including checking, savings and lines of credit
Scheduled staffing for the branch
Managed open and closing for the branch
Executed customer transactions including deposits, withdrawals, money orders and checks
Processed sales referrals and promoted bank services and products
Balanced daily cash deposits and bank vault inventory
Processed yearly/quarterly/monthly vault and ATM audits
Researched and resolved customer issues.
Sales Assistant
Citizens Investment Services
10.2002 - 03.2005
Assisted Financial Consultant with client relationships
Liaised with vendors to order and maintain inventory of office supplies
Scheduled and confirmed appointments
Prepared client files for upcoming appointments
Maintained and prioritized daily tasks and projects including: call logs, appointments, travel, expense reports and meetings
Developed new customer relations through telephone contact and sales activity
Systematically increased office organization by developing a more efficient filing/documenting system and customer database protocols
Provided efficient customer service to clients.
Teller Manager
Citizens Bank
01.2002 - 10.2002
Managed daily operations of teller line
Managed opening and closing times for the branch
Executed customer transactions including deposits, withdrawals, money orders and checks
Processed sales referrals and promoted bank services and products
Rapidly and efficiently prepared customer and ATM cash and change orders
Balanced daily cash deposits and vault inventory
Organized, stocked and maintained the teller window area
Researched and resolved customer issues on personal savings, checking and lines of credit accounts
Supplied tellers with coin and currency as needed.
Office Manager
Kids of Chatham Organization, Inc.
10.1999 - 01.2002
Managed office of daycare facility serving 100+ families and 15+ employees
Responsible for processing weekly payroll and payment of invoices through QuickBooks
Processed weekly billing for families and maintained all banking
Created all facility marketing and provided tours for interested families
Maintained family files and employee files to ensure compliance to state regulations.
Store Manager
Fashion Bug
02.1993 - 06.1999
Managed day to day operations of a women's clothing store
Worked in several different store locations to assist district manager with creating effective successful businesses
Implemented a training program for new management in the business
Won several awards for outstanding sales results
Greeted customers and ascertained needs
Recommended merchandise based on customer needs.
Education
High School Diploma -
Stafford Springs High School
Stafford, CT
06.1992
Some College (No Degree) -
Goodwin College
East Hartford, CT
Skills
Talent acquisition
Human resources
Calendar Management
Retail Management
Event Planning
Office Management
Merchandising
Executive Administrative Experience
Computer Networking
Employee Orientation
Analysis skills
PeopleSoft
Kronos
Windows
Salesforce
Research & Development
SharePoint
Travel planning
Recruiting
Inventory control
Customer service
Bookkeeping
Assessments
Supervisory skills: Motivating & assessing employees, Proficient, 03/2022, Motivating others to achieve objectives and identifying improvements or corrective actions