Collaborative leader with dedication to partnering with coworkers to promote engaged, empowering work culture. Documented strengths in building and maintaining relationships with diverse range of stakeholders in dynamic, fast-paced settings.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
District Leader
Best Buy Canada Ltd.
02.2019 - Current
Deliver business strategy and develop systems and procedures to improve operational quality and team efficiency
Observe each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
Boost team member productivity by enhancing performance monitoring and instituting motivational approaches.
Direct management meetings to enhance collaboration and maintain culture based on trust and group problem-solving.
Develop and implement high-quality work environment as measured through employee satisfaction ratings.
Work directly with Store Leaders, and other Leaders to brainstorm, discuss strategy and mitigate issues.
Interview and hire Store Leader level candidates for various locations throughout the region. Done in partnership with a corporate recruiter.
Store Leader
Best Buy Canada Ltd.
06.2012 - 01.2019
Coached staff to leverage upselling and cross-selling opportunities, driving consistent sales by cultivating competitive and results-driven culture.
Planned optimal workflow through successful scheduling and task delegation.
Set example for customer service by expertly handling challenging situations and modeling positive behaviors to team members.
Maintained attractive, clean and fully stocked store environments to maintain appeal for every customer.
Merchandised products beautifully with attractive displays to quickly move stock.
Tracked performance and communicated global insights with corporate leaders, sharing successes and strategies to proactively tackle any deficiencies.
Built loyal customer base by consistently delivering quality products, top-notch service and efficient check-out procedures.
Worked with store management to implement company safety programs and awareness, reducing workers' compensation costs.
Various Leadership Roles
Best Buy Canada Ltd.
11.2006 - 05.2012
Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
Adjusted job assignments and schedules to keep pace with dynamic business needs, factoring in processes, employee knowledge and customer demands.
Delivered feedback to decision-makers regarding employee performance and training needs.
Education
Certificate - Management Accelerator Program, People Development
McKinsey & Company
03.2023
Certificate - Fundamentals of Acting
Vancouver Acting School
Vancouver, BC
06.2022
Certificate - Performance & Business Leadership Skills
Cornell University - ECornell
04.2014
BBA - Accounting
Kwantlen Polytechnic University
2009
Skills
Management Training
Focus and Follow-Through
Finance and Accounting Oversight
Business Leadership
Interpersonal Communication Skills
Professional Relationships
Logistics
Process Development and Streamlining
P&L Administration
Timeline
District Leader
Best Buy Canada Ltd.
02.2019 - Current
Store Leader
Best Buy Canada Ltd.
06.2012 - 01.2019
Various Leadership Roles
Best Buy Canada Ltd.
11.2006 - 05.2012
Certificate - Management Accelerator Program, People Development
McKinsey & Company
Certificate - Fundamentals of Acting
Vancouver Acting School
Certificate - Performance & Business Leadership Skills