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Katy Travis

North Vancouver,BC

Summary

A seasoned professional with six years of experience in retail management, excelling in operations oversight, retail interviews, staff training/development, scheduling and sales strategies. Proficient at implementing effective measures for loss prevention. Diplomatic and tactful with strong attention to detail. Proactive in maintaining order with a knack for timely decisions that consider risk and prioritize company goals. Cultivated a global perspective and developed adaptability through international work experience.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Child Caregiver

Steve Nash Fitness World
West Vancouver, BC
07.2017 - 08.2018
  • Enhanced children's social skills by organizing group activities.
  • Ensured child safety through diligent supervision and adherence to established protocols.
  • Fostered emotional development by providing support, guidance, and encouragement during challenging situations.
  • Improved communication skills by engaging children in age-appropriate conversations and active listening.

Store Manager

BCBGMAXAZRIA
Pacific Centre, Vancouver, BC
10.2014 - 10.2015
  • Managed daily operations to ensure smooth functioning of the store, maintaining a clean, safe environment for customers and employees.
  • Recruited and hired, building a team that embodied the BCBGMAXAZRIA ethos with relationship building and meticulous evaluations.
  • Mentored new hires during their onboarding process, ensuring they were well-equipped to excel in their roles from day one.
  • Increased store profitability and customer satisfaction through ongoing staff training in customer service and product knowledge.
  • Conducted regular performance reviews for staff members, providing constructive feedback and opportunities for growth.
  • Optimized labor scheduling according to store needs while adhering to budget constraints, maximizing productivity without compromising service quality.
  • Addressed customer complaints promptly and professionally, resolving issues to maintain positive relationships with clientele.
  • Maximized sales by creating innovative visual merchandising displays and store layouts.
  • Oversaw loss prevention efforts, minimizing shrinkage by implementing effective security measures and training staff on proper procedures.

Assistant Manager

BCBGMAXAZRIA
Robson St, Vancouver, BC
10.2013 - 10.2014
  • Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
  • Assisted in recruiting, interviewing, hiring, and onboarding of new employees to maintain adequate staffing levels.
  • Implemented staff training programs, enhancing product knowledge and improving customer service skills.
  • Enforced company policies consistently while handling disciplinary actions when necessary with fairness and respect.
  • Scheduled staff shifts to ensure proper coverage during peak shopping hours without exceeding labor budgets.
  • Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated to other team members.
  • Generated repeat business through exceptional customer service and responded to customer concerns with friendly and knowledgeable service.
  • Maintained a clean, safe, and organized store environment to enhance the customer experience.


Associate Manager

Club Monaco
1042 Robson St, Vancouver, BC
10.2012 - 10.2013
  • Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
  • Assisted in recruiting top talent for the sales team, contributing to a high-performing work environment.
  • Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
  • Fostered a positive work culture by promoting teamwork and recognizing individual achievements among staff members regularly.
  • Enforced company sales quotas, initiating disciplinary conversations, valuing transparency and problem solving to minimize staff turnover.
  • Scheduled sales and backroom employees, reducing conflicts and ensuring timely execution of tasks through proactive rescheduling throughout each week.
  • Resolved escalated customer issues effectively leading to improved customer satisfaction rates.
  • Identified and communicated potential loss prevention risks, actively reducing Club Monaco's annual loss.

Store Manager

La Senza
Robson St, Vancouver, BC
10.2011 - 10.2013
  • Managed daily operations to ensure smooth functioning of the store, maintaining a clean, safe environment for customers and employees.
  • Completed point of sale opening and closing procedures.
  • Reconciled daily sales transactions to balance and log day-to-day revenue
  • Trained new employees on proper protocols and customer service standards.
  • Coached sales associates in product specifications, sales incentives, and selling techniques.
  • Conducted regular performance reviews for sales staff.
  • Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.
  • Addressed customer complaints promptly and professionally.
  • Executed visual merchandise displays to company standards.
  • Oversaw loss prevention efforts, minimizing shrinkage by implementing effective security measures and training staff on proper procedures.

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Education

High School Diploma -

Cairns State High School
Cairns, QLD, Australia
12-2000

Skills

  • Operations Management
  • Team Training and Development
  • Employee Scheduling
  • Strategic Selling
  • Customer Service
  • Loss Prevention
  • Attention to Detail
  • Communication
  • Organization
  • Problem Solving
  • Conflict Resolution

Timeline

Child Caregiver

Steve Nash Fitness World
07.2017 - 08.2018

Store Manager

BCBGMAXAZRIA
10.2014 - 10.2015

Assistant Manager

BCBGMAXAZRIA
10.2013 - 10.2014

Associate Manager

Club Monaco
10.2012 - 10.2013

Store Manager

La Senza
10.2011 - 10.2013

High School Diploma -

Cairns State High School
Katy Travis