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The Market Common In Myrtle Beach, Sc

Achieves store sales plan.Accurately assesses each associate’s contribution to achieving goals.Develops actionable plans to improve store performance.Provides in the moment coaching to improve customer service and store performance.Recruits top talent to support goals and objectives.Conducts training and development of associates.Plans, directs and executes appropriate product and fixture placement.Creates optimal schedules to optimize sales and security risks.Protects company assets and reduces shrinkage by managing internal, external and administrative issues.

Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina Area

• Support the Store Manager in maximizing sales for plan achievement by effectively communicating expectations of each associate.• Provide coaching to associates through challenges and in the moment suggestions. Utilize corporate provided training tools.• Ensure that the J Jill culture is clear to associates by modeling excellent customer service to build customer loyalty. Work directly with customers to resolve any service issues and ensure a positive experience.• Assist the Store Manager with recruiting talent and training new associates.• Ensure visual standards are consistent and maintained through replenishment and appropriate placement.• Utilize payroll software and reports to effectively develop schedules and strategies to maximize sales floor coverage.• Participate in all operational tasks relevant to opening/closing, markdowns and promotions, backroom organization, payroll submission, visual standards and loss prevention. Ensure that company policies and procedures are maintained.

Chapel Hill, Nc

•Developed a strong team of 25-30 associates and built productivity through training, coaching, delegating and motivating employees resulting in a 75% increase in revenue.•Achieved positive department results through increasing sales, inventory management, payroll budgeting and merchandising strategies.•Implemented training sessions between vendors, buyers and the sales team to increase product knowledge and sales.•Sourced new products for the Gift & Floral Department and implemented a significant change in the layout to increase revenues by 80%.•Trained new management teams for upcoming stores in additional markets to expedite store openings and share company culture.

Dayton, Ohio Area

• Developed an innovative retail business model by sourcing future trends in products for quality, well designed furniture and accessories for the home. Offered modular furniture lines extending options for special orders and customization.• Managed logistics of the day to day operations including inventory purchasing & receiving, point of sale processes, inventory management, staff development & scheduling, loss prevention, creative merchandising and implementing store policies.• Negotiated purchase orders with vendors and maintained positive relationships to provide current trends in the market place.• Increased the store from a single location of 2,000 square feet to two locations with more than 14,000 square feet.• Developed and supervised in-store design services to provide creative solutions to the customer. Assisted with interior layouts and selection of products, colors and finishes. Coordinated deliveries and installation.

North Carolina And Ohio

• Designed and implemented displays to create visual interest according to the store standards.• Partnered with the sales teams to ensure products and displays were maintained & stocked appropriately.• Utilized merchandising strategies to influence customer buying decisions.• Retailer’s included Belk, JC Penney, Ganto’s, Madison’s and Casual Corner

Charlotte, Nc

• Developed project designs and prepared construction documents.• Collaborated with project teams to meet client expectations.• Catalogued and maintained product samples to increase time efficiency.

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