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Jackie Smith

Jackie Smith

Prince George,BC

Summary

Results-driven leader bringing 10+ years of experience in product sales, day to day operations and people management. Skilled in developing lasting client rapport based on knowledgeable, support and consistent service. Demonstrated success in building networks and supporting branding objectives.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Store General Manager

Mark's
Prince George
04.2023 - Current

Hired, trained and supervised staff members in accordance with organizational guidelines.

  • Analyzed sales figures and forecast future sales volumes to plan promotions accordingly.
  • Conducted regular meetings with staff to discuss new products, services, upcoming events or changes in the organization's policy, procedures.
  • Reviewed daily store activities including cash flow management, expense tracking and shrinkage control.
  • Provided feedback to team members on their job performance and identified areas of improvement.

Business Account Manager

Royal Bank of Canada
Prince George, BC
09.2021 - 04.2023
  • Managed sales funnel effectively and forecasted requirements across multiple industry accounts.
  • Increased repeat customer base by maintaining relationships with high-profile clients and effectively managing service issues.
  • Employed cold calling, prospecting and networking to land new customers and penetrate new markets.

District Sales Manager (Remote)

The Source (BCE)
Prince George, BC
06.2017 - 05.2021
  • Supervised sales and operational strategies, training, team culture and communication of national sales program remotely via conference/video calls, weekly 1:1 meetings with leaders, and follow up with in store visits.
  • Set clear objectives and helped managers develop plans to achieve/exceed key performance targets on time.
  • Tracked and analyzed sales reports to forecast sales trajectory and pivot where necessary.
  • Delivered constructive coaching and feedback to enhance leadership, drive sales and continually enhance customer service.
  • Achieved President's Club status (Top 6 performers nationally across the Bell & Source brands)

Operations Manager

Futureshop/Bestbuy Canada
Prince George, BC
10.2008 - 11.2015
  • Collaborated with staff to maximize customer satisfaction, streamline procedures and improve bottom-line profitability.
  • Improved morale and management communication by creating employee recognition and rewards practices.
  • Achieved and surpassed production targets through effective staff management, task allocation and materials coordination.
  • Limited inventory discrepancies by investigating variances on a daily basis, managed average of -0.41% net variance on $26 million YOY.
  • Managed profit and loss by following cash control procedures, maintaining inventory, managing labor and reviewing financial reports.

Customer Service Supervisor

Futureshop/Bestbuy Canada
Prince George, BC
08.2006 - 10.2008
  • Developed and mentored team members to provide hospitable, professional service while adhering to established service models.
  • Addressed and mitigated escalated situations to meet organizational objectives and drive customer satisfaction ratings.
  • Established positive rapport with customers, managers and customer service team members to maintain positive and successful work environment.
  • Prepared quarterly business documentation, reports and logs to identify and manage sales metrics and support process driven activities.
  • Maintained knowledge of company products and services to promptly resolve complaints and concerns.

Skills

  • Results orientated, motivated to deliver
  • Influential and impactful leader
  • Straight forward communicator
  • Able to handle variety and demanding assignments
  • Quickly adjust to business needs
  • Highly organized, efficient, strong business acumen
  • Data analysis/forecasting, building/promoting new strategies to attain results
  • Performance monitoring
  • Training and development
  • Multi-unit operations management
  • Proficient Microsoft Office, Outlook, Zoom, WebEx, Dayforce/Kronos, Peoplesoft HR, Workforce HR
  • Troubleshooting and problem solving
  • Project management
  • Retail operations & performance management
  • Customer relationship management
  • Effective coach & trainer
  • Health and safety compliance
  • Recruiting and hiring

Accomplishments

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  • 2018 President's Club, top 6 DSM's exceeding results in new wireless activations and consumer electronics. (The Source/Bell Canada)
  • Recipient of the Bradley Anderson Legacy Award for exceptional contributions in living the company values. (Futureshop)
  • Recipient of the Bradley Anderson Innovation Award for designing, testing, and coaching out new programs within the company. (Futureshop)

Timeline

Store General Manager

Mark's
04.2023 - Current

Business Account Manager

Royal Bank of Canada
09.2021 - 04.2023

District Sales Manager (Remote)

The Source (BCE)
06.2017 - 05.2021

Operations Manager

Futureshop/Bestbuy Canada
10.2008 - 11.2015

Customer Service Supervisor

Futureshop/Bestbuy Canada
08.2006 - 10.2008
Jackie Smith