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
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