Merchandising services manager for building materials.

Store manager in Apex,NC, Tuscaloosa, AL, Pelham,AL and Hoover,AL

Responsible for sales of $14 million, development and training for 50 associates and fostering 1st class customer service to over 20,000 customers.

Responsible for complete day-to-day operation of Home Depot stores. Drives store sales, promotes profitability and retains focus on ethical modeling of corporate values. Develops strategies and objectives based on comprehensive knowledge of company philosophy while managing, directing and motivating associates in support of defined goals. Ensures optimal stocking and merchandising, promotes positive atmosphere and provide consistent and excellent customer service. Works closely with Associates,… Show more Responsible for complete day-to-day operation of Home Depot stores. Drives store sales, promotes profitability and retains focus on ethical modeling of corporate values. Develops strategies and objectives based on comprehensive knowledge of company philosophy while managing, directing and motivating associates in support of defined goals. Ensures optimal stocking and merchandising, promotes positive atmosphere and provide consistent and excellent customer service. Works closely with Associates, Department Supervisors and Assistant Store ManagersCore ResponsibilitiesManage and supervise all aspects of store operation and profitabilityEnsure that customers are acknowledged, their project needs are met and concerns are resolved quickly. Forecast scheduling needs to meet customer demandRecruit, hire, train, observe, develop and evaluate mentor qualified candidates. Determine starting pay and pay scale. Communicate and promote store objectives and standardsEnsure all products and displays are merchandised effectively. Collaborate with District Managers, Merchants and others to remain proactive on merchandising issuesDevelop store mission, strategy and objectives; ensure safety and compliance with policy and procedure. Analyze competitive market, identify trends and manage evolving strategiesFollow standard operating procedures for openings and closings. Handle deposits, petty cash, markdowns, time slips, refunds, price changes, take in reports, etcSelected AccomplishmentsServes as District Specialty Sales Captain, in captainship developed and implemented a plan for district to train and develop over 200 specialty sales associates to boost sales. Helped drive districts sales in the category +17% over last year. Served as District Community Service Captain, in captainship developed and implemented service projects. Planned over 20 projects in last 2 years that included over 1000 associates and $100,000 in funds. Show less

Responsible for ordering merchandise, developing and training associates, scheduling associates, delivering sales and driving customer service.

Give 1st class customer service, daily maintenance of department, safety of department.