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Tyler Stephenson

Summary

High-energy Store Manager bringing extensive experience in retail settings. Set and enforced consistent standards to maintain staff satisfaction and meet performance targets. Dynamic relationship-builder with organized nature and sound judgment focused on maximizing team efficiency.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Store Manager

Express
05.2023 - 03.2024
  • Set effective store schedules based on forecasted customer levels, individual employee knowledge, and service requirements.
  • 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.

Store Manager

TUMI
01.2021 - 05.2023
  • Coached sales associates in product specifications, sales incentives, and selling techniques, significantly increasing customer satisfaction ratings.
  • Managed inventory control, cash control, and store opening and closing procedures.
  • Conducted regular performance reviews for staff members, providing constructive feedback and opportunities for growth.


Stock/Sales Associate

Tory Burch
03.2019 - 03.2020
  • Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
  • Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
  • Accurately processed POS transactions, returning coin, currency, payment cards, and receipts to customers.

Sales Associate

Nordstrom
09.2016 - 11.2018
  • Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
  • Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
  • Engaged with customers to build rapport and loyalty.

Sales Associate

Bloomingdales
12.2014 - 09.2016
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
  • Solved customer challenges by offering relevant products and services.
  • Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.

Education

Associate of Arts -

Queensborough Community College
Bayside, NY
07.2015

Skills

  • Store Merchandising
  • Policies and Procedures
  • Retail Inventory Management
  • Customer Relations
  • Multitasking and Organization
  • Training and mentoring
  • Team Leadership
  • Customer Service Management

Timeline

Store Manager

Express
05.2023 - 03.2024

Store Manager

TUMI
01.2021 - 05.2023

Stock/Sales Associate

Tory Burch
03.2019 - 03.2020

Sales Associate

Nordstrom
09.2016 - 11.2018

Sales Associate

Bloomingdales
12.2014 - 09.2016

Associate of Arts -

Queensborough Community College
Tyler Stephenson