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Garland, Texas, United States

Responsible for the day- to-day operations duties include training new employees, managing inventory, financials, supporting recruitment, enforcing and coaching on operating procedures and objectives, overseeing safety processes, and communicating with upper management to determine the best methods for meeting business goals.• Oversee and coordinate day-to-day retail operations to ensure accuracy and efficiency.• Develop and implement operational policies and procedures to enhance productivity and customer service.• Monitor and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) to identify areas of improvement.• Collaborate with department heads to optimize inventory management, merchandising, and sales strategies.• Manage and lead a diverse team of retail staff, providing guidance and support.• Implement training programs to enhance staff skills and product knowledge.• Drive initiatives to improve customer experience, satisfaction, and loyalty.• Collaborate with the marketing team to plan and execute promotions and events.• Ensure compliance with safety and security standards and handle emergency situations as needed.• Evaluate and select vendors, negotiate contracts, and manage relationships to support operational needs.

Garland, Texas, United States

Managed and motivated the store team to increase sales and ensure efficiency thru team building. Conducting performance reviews, provided and organized training and development for staff. Oversaw order fulfillment and shipping, receiving goods from manufacturing or vendors.• Analyzed and interpreted HVAC store trends to facilitate planning and procurement.• Identified trends in visitors to the company site and tailor marketing campaigns to focus on demographics that show outsized interest.• Worked with Retail Operations Manager to develop an understanding of market trends in the HVAC industry and new ideas.• Created analytics reports highlighting the most important information from marketing research to present to the retail operations.• Developed and executed inventory insights strategies to maximize relevance and conversion for customers and contractors.• Successfully achieved total inventory shrinkage at or below 0.01%, and increased forecast sales in the district consistently for 3 years.• Identified and removed bottlenecks in storage, deliveries, and departmental coordination.• Managed and fostered vendor and client relationships.• Planned and prepared for annual audits, safety and store standards.• Merchandised new product to create branded visual floor sets based on corporate directive.• Responded to customer (internal and external) complaints, requests and comments.• Used data to record sales figures for data analysis and forward planning; interpreting and reading P&L reports.

El Paso, Texas, United States

Developed and executed inventory insights strategies to maximize relevance and conversion for customers and contractors. Established and implemented internal inventory audits and report results and improvement plans to the Directors.• Provided input to future system improvements relative to inventory control.• Developed and owned strategic business plans for the business unit as well as tactical execution.• Kept records of all products being shipped and received in the company.• Negotiated new shipment schedules with vendors to maximize efficiency.• Identified and removed bottlenecks in storage, deliveries, and departmental coordination.• Successfully achieved total store shrinkage below .8% within 2 years, back-to-back.• Identified issues as well as opportunities for improvement related to inventory or processes within the facilities.• Partnered and communicated with upper management, and department management team to resolve any inventory issues in a timely manner. This includes opportunities to minimize inventory shrink, defective and damage inventory write offs and cycle count adjustments.• Built cross-team relationships influencing senior leaders to utilize the Zebra TC 70x Touch Computer, and the JDA the current systems.

El Paso, Texas, United States

Managed staff, motivating the store team to increase sales and ensure efficiency. Managed store inventory, making key decisions about inventory control utilizing the ERP. Interviewed potential candidates; conducted performance reviews and provided or organized training and development for staff.• Analyzed and interpreted retail store trends to facilitate planning.• Ensured standards for quality, customer service and health and safety are met.• Involved in transportation, stock control, warehousing and monitoring the flow of goods.• Planned and prepared for annual audits and store standards.• Merchandised new product to create branded visual floor sets based on corporate directive.• Responded to customer (internal and external) complaints, requests and comments.• Used data to record sales figures and for data analysis and forward planning, interpreting and reading P & L reports.• Partnered with District Manager to develop an understanding of market trends in the retail industry and new ideas.

El Paso, Texas, United States

Managed payroll and store profitability. I was responsible for store planning, scheduling, and task prioritization. Cleaning, store recovery, setting plan-o-grams and maintaining endcap. Motivated the store team to increase sales and ensure efficiency thru team building. Conducted performance reviews and training.Conducted sales analysis to identify trends, opportunities, and areas of improvement.• Assisted in budget planning process by analyzing financial data and providing recommendations.• Provided exceptional customer service by addressing inquiries, resolving issues, and ensuring customer satisfaction.• Supervised staff by assigning tasks, providing guidance, and evaluating performance to maintain productivity.• Managed inventory by conducting regular audits, monitoring stock levels, and implementing efficient ordering processes.• Implemented visual merchandising strategies to create attractive displays and increase product visibility.

El Paso, Texas, United States

Managed workflow procedures based on direction from the company's Store Manager. Duties included supervising employees during day-to-day tasks, providing customer support in escalated situations and managing the overall workflow of a workplace which included procurement, inventory, merchandising, shipping, receiving, cash deposits, hiring and training.• Implemented and conducted staff training programs to ensure employees had the necessary skills and knowledge to excel in their roles.• Supervised and guided a team of employees, providing direction and support to optimize productivity and ensure a cohesive work environment.• Delivered exceptional customer service by actively listening to customer inquiries and concerns and providing timely and effective solutions.• Created visually appealing merchandising displays to attract customers and promote products.• Managed inventory by conducting regular audits and implementing efficient systems to maintain accurate stock levels.

El Paso, Texas, United States

Assisted Store manager by performing related duties. Hire and train new staff, oversee daily operations, such as receiving, stocking, pricing, returning, and transferring of merchandise. Ensure cash deposits are done. Maintaining and procurement of inventory on a daily basis. deal with staff issues, take disciplinary action when necessary and evaluate employee performance.Handled cash transactions accurately and efficiently.• Trained new staff members on company policies and procedures.• Led a team of employees in achieving department goals and objectives.• Managed inventory to ensure adequate product availability and minimize stockouts.• Provided exceptional customer service to enhance the overall shopping experience.• Implemented effective visual merchandising strategies to attract customers and drive sales.

El Paso, Texas, United States

Responsible for overseeing all aspects of the Center Store Departments (grocery, refrigerated, frozen, meat, bulk, bread, wellness, and beer & wine) merchandising of products, conducted hires, training, schedules, maintain accurate inventory and procurement process and supervised buyers and vendors.Led and motivated a team of individuals to achieve goals and exceed expectations.• Analyzed sales data to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.• Supervised staff members to ensure efficient and effective workflow.• Provided excellent customer service by actively listening to customers' needs and resolving issues.• Managed inventory to optimize stock levels and prevent shortages or overstocking.• Implemented merchandising strategies to enhance product visibility and drive sales.

El Paso, Texas, United States

Responsible for product appearance and supply in the store, making certain that the promotion of specific products and services will increase sales over a period of time.Provided exceptional customer service by addressing inquiries, resolving complaints, and ensuring a positive shopping experience.• Optimized product placement to enhance visibility and drive sales.• Executed visual merchandising strategies to create visually appealing displays and effectively showcase merchandise.• Analyzed sales data to identify trends, opportunities, and areas for improvement.• Managed inventory levels to ensure product availability and minimize stockouts.• Created and implemented successful promotional campaigns to increase brand awareness and drive customer engagement.

Masters, Marketing, 4.0

Studied in developing, implementing and executing strategic marketing plans for entire organization which lines with the business.

Bachelor'S Degree, Operations & Supply Chain Management, 3.9

Studies in managing manufacturing processes or managing the delivery of a service to a customer. Topics include process analysis.

Associate'S Degree, Accounting, 3.1

Studied in financial objectives by forecasting requirements, preparing an annual budget, scheduling expenditures, analyzing variances.