Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Languages
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Bernadette Kahnert

Oakville,ON

Summary

Dynamic leader with proven success in operations management and team leadership at Island View and Tommy Bahama. Excelled in staff development, strategic planning, and customer relationship management, consistently exceeding sales targets. Skilled in complex problem-solving and effective communication, fostering high-performing teams and enhancing client service. A people person who establishes and maintains positive relations with team members and clients.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Manager

Island View (name of Parent Company)
01.2012 - 09.2020

- Oversaw the complete operation of the store from hiring and training staff, sales, inventory and financials

- Held weekly meetings to ensure team fully comprehended sales goals and client service expectations

- Coordinated all financials including accounting for sales and deposits, payroll, monthly and quaterly reports to head office

- Responsible for all quality of service delivery for clients

- Engaged proactive team who shared common vision for sales, client engagement and creating a fun environment

  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
  • Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
  • Built high-performing teams through effective recruitment, onboarding, and talent development initiatives.

Manager

Tommy Bahama (Name of Parent Company)
04.2008 - 01.2012

- Similar to above, oversaw all managerial, sales, Staff development and training, and accounting for sales and all aspects of store operations

Consistently exceeded store sales targets with engaged team of professionals

- Successfully recruited high quality individuals by engaging personal networks locally

- Established high reputation for client service and relationships

- Represented company on local Oakville Downtown Business association



Education

Associate of Arts - Fashion Design

George Brown
05.1980

High School Diploma -

Loretta Abbey
05.1978

Skills

  • Team Leadership
  • Time Management
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Complex Problem-Solving
  • Staff Management
  • Strategic Planning
  • Operations Management
  • Customer Relationship Management (CRM)
  • Staff Development

Accomplishments

- Earned reputation as top level manager within the firm by attracting and retaining quality client-focused team members and establishing a pleasant and inspiring environment.

- Consistently earned number one sales goals for all stores associated with (name of parent firm) in Canada.

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Manager

Island View (name of Parent Company)
01.2012 - 09.2020

Manager

Tommy Bahama (Name of Parent Company)
04.2008 - 01.2012

Associate of Arts - Fashion Design

George Brown

High School Diploma -

Loretta Abbey
Bernadette Kahnert