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Victoria Pineda

Visalia,CA

Summary

Dynamic Sales Manager and Visual Manager with proven success at Big Lots and Ashley Furniture Homestore. Expert in product knowledge and inventory management, I drive customer engagement and boost sales through innovative displays and exceptional service. A goal-oriented team leader, I thrive in fast-paced environments, consistently exceeding performance targets while fostering strong customer relationships.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Furniture Sales Lead

Big Lots
Visalia, CA
01.2022 - 09.2024
  • Provided support with merchandising activities such as pricing adjustments or product placement changes.
  • Developed strong relationships with customers to encourage repeat business and referrals.
  • Attended training sessions to build and enhance product knowledge and sales tactics.
  • Discussed financing options, pricing and current promotional offers.
  • Designed interior spaces by combining sets and pieces for cohesive looks.
  • Performed floor moves, merchandising, display maintenance and housekeeping to keep sales areas well-stocked, organized and current.
  • Developed strategies to maximize sales goals and objectives.
  • Boosted sales by going beyond basics with every customer to offer product, style and purchasing advice.

Visual Manager

Ashley Furniture Homestore
Visalia
03.2018 - 06.2021
  • Developed and implemented visual merchandising strategies to increase sales.
  • Conducted routine audits of stores' merchandise levels, stockroom organization, and overall cleanliness.
  • Inspected stores daily to ensure standards were met according to company guidelines.
  • Created in-store displays that showcased the latest product lines.

Key Holder Supervisor

Carters Oshkosh
Tulare, CA
11.2013 - 06.2019
  • Remained calm and professional in stressful circumstances and effectively diffused tense situations.
  • Held regular one-on-one meetings with employees to review performance and priorities and provide feedback.
  • Organized training sessions for new hires to familiarize them with the workplace environment.
  • Monitored employee attendance records, timekeeping, and payroll information.
  • Assisted with floor changes, ensuring merchandise was properly displayed according to company guidelines.

Restaurant Manager

Mountain Mike's Pizza
Tulare, CA
05.2015 - 05.2017
  • Supervised activities of dining room staff to maintain service levels and support guest needs.
  • Adhered to all health department regulations regarding food storage and preparation.
  • Oversaw food preparation, production and presentation according to quality standards.
  • Oversaw the recruitment, hiring, onboarding, training, scheduling and evaluation of employees.
  • Ordered supplies from vendors as needed while staying within budget guidelines.
  • Trained new employees to perform duties.

Visual Merchandising Manager

Levi Strauss
Tulare, CA
03.2012 - 03.2014
  • Produced various design layouts for window, interior and sign displays and floor plans.
  • Presented updated floor plans and design strategy to store management.
  • Created cohesive displays that highlighted products, maximized space, and reinforced brand identity.
  • Restocked shelves with current merchandise in attractive displays to promote sales.
  • Helped customers locate desired items and assisted with carrying heavy loads.
  • Trained new staff members on visual merchandising principles and processes.
  • Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.

Assistant Restaurant Manager

Round Table Pizza, Inc
Visalia, CA
05.2006 - 08.2011
  • Oversaw food preparation, production and presentation according to quality standards.
  • Inspected restrooms and dining and serving areas to foster cleanliness and proper setup.
  • Maintained entire look of restaurant, keeping it clean and inviting at all times.
  • Circulated within assigned areas to assess and address customer needs, effectively prioritizing tasks during peak hours.
  • Resolved problems or concerns to satisfaction of involved parties.
  • Reconciled daily transactions, balanced cash registers and deposited restaurant's earnings at bank.
  • Assisted in recruiting, training, and scheduling staff members.
  • Oversaw inventory and ordered ingredients to restock freezers, fridges and pantry.

Education

High School Diploma -

Visalia Adult School
Visalia, CA
06-2005

Skills

  • Product knowledge
  • Visual merchandising
  • Inventory management
  • Customer service
  • Team leadership
  • Goal driven
  • Manage inventory
  • Brand promotion
  • Cash register operation
  • Time management
  • Problem-solving

Timeline

Furniture Sales Lead

Big Lots
01.2022 - 09.2024

Visual Manager

Ashley Furniture Homestore
03.2018 - 06.2021

Restaurant Manager

Mountain Mike's Pizza
05.2015 - 05.2017

Key Holder Supervisor

Carters Oshkosh
11.2013 - 06.2019

Visual Merchandising Manager

Levi Strauss
03.2012 - 03.2014

Assistant Restaurant Manager

Round Table Pizza, Inc
05.2006 - 08.2011

High School Diploma -

Visalia Adult School
Victoria Pineda