Assistant Retail Store Manager
Assumed full responsibility for softlines departments which include: Apparel, Household Goods, Mattresses, Footwear and Fine Jewelry. Schedules monthly meetings, coaches and develops new managers and associates, inventory control, and provides customer service.Took ownership for full implementation of corporate programs and initiatives on merchandising, payroll management, productivity, and associate morale. This includes adherence to operational and selling processes (e.g., Monthly Action Plans, Tear Sheets, Basic Replenishment, Credit May I program). Ensure consistency of merchandising execution and operational processes within the store. Ensure that National Presentation Standards are maintained at highest possible level.