Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
CAREER HIGHLIGHTS
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Crystal G. Desrochers

Surrey,Canada

Summary

Retail management professional with over 11 years of progressive experience at Reitmans, advancing from temporary associate to store manager. Skilled in customer service, sales growth, staff training, and operational excellence. Recognized for leadership in opening new stores, exceeding sales targets, and fostering loyal customer relationships. Returning to the workforce with renewed drive, strong leadership skills, and a passion for creating exceptional customer experiences.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Reitmans
01.1999 - 01.2010
  • - Delivered outstanding customer service, driving repeat business and positive customer feedback.
  • - Managed daily store operations including opening/closing, cash handling, payroll, and scheduling.
  • - Oversaw merchandising, inventory control, and stock replenishment to maximize sales opportunities.
  • - Trained, supervised, and mentored teams of up to 15 employees to maintain service excellence and operational efficiency.
  • - Implemented loss prevention strategies, reducing shrink and safeguarding company assets.

Education

High School Diploma -

Guildford Park Secondary School
01.1998

Skills

  • Customer Relations
  • Retail Management
  • New Store Openings
  • Team Leadership
  • Visual Merchandising
  • Loss Prevention
  • Sales Forecasting
  • Staff Training & Development
  • Cash Handling
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Time Management
  • Customer service

CAREER HIGHLIGHTS

  • - Promoted through four roles: Temporary Help -> Management Trainee -> Assistant Manager -> Store Manager.
  • - Opened a new store within the organization, overseeing hiring, training, merchandising, and launch operations.
  • - Consistently achieved and surpassed sales and profitability goals through strategic planning and team coaching.
  • - Led and motivated teams of up to 15 employees, fostering a positive work environment and high customer satisfaction scores.

Languages

English
Full Professional

Timeline

Reitmans
01.1999 - 01.2010

High School Diploma -

Guildford Park Secondary School
Crystal G. Desrochers