Katherine Thedorf
Sarnia,ON
Summary
Retail Sales Associate with more than 20 years in the retail industry. Areas of expertise include sales, customer relations and inventory management.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Accounts Payable Manager
Huron Dental Group
Sarnia, ON
04.2019 - Current
- Developed reports for senior management to outline expenditures, vendor spend and forecasting.
- Improved vendor relationships through timely payments and clear communication of company policies.
- Collaborated with other departments to resolve billing issues promptly and maintain accurate financial records.
- Developed strategic plans for day-to-day financial operations.
Senior Retail Manager
The Northwest Company
Winnipeg, MB
10.2001 - 04.2018
- Examined incoming inventory, merchandised shelves and prevented shrinkage.
- Educated staff on strategies for handling difficult customers and challenging situations.
- Exceeded sales goals and accomplished business objectives by inspiring staff and promoting target products.
- Implemented loss prevention strategies to minimize theft incidents significantly impacting bottom-line results.
- Maintained clean, adequately stocked, and organized store by streamlining daily operations and introducing new procedures.
- Managed budgeting process, ensuring optimal allocation of resources across various departments while maintaining profitability targets.
- Strengthened merchandising and promotional strategies to drive customer engagement and boost sales.
- Optimized store layout for efficient customer flow, improving overall shopping experience and maximizing sales potential.
Education
Health Care Aide -
Lambton College of Applied Arts And Technology
Sarnia, ON06.1980
Skills
- Onboarding and training
- Attention to Detail
- Financial Reporting
- Familiar with account coding
- Expense Tracking
- Chartered Business Valuator
- Supplier Communication
- Strong multi-tasking
- Relationship Building
Languages
English
Timeline
Accounts Payable Manager
Huron Dental Group
04.2019 - Current
Senior Retail Manager
The Northwest Company
10.2001 - 04.2018
Health Care Aide -
Lambton College of Applied Arts And Technology