-Developed high shrink plan and implemented key points to reduce shrink for upcoming year. Store reduced shrink considerably and was .08 below target.-Managed Black Friday processes successfully. All inventory was accounted for and all associates informed on placement. Received excellent customer feedback at checkouts and through survey comments.-Reduced deleted inventory $250,000 by managing markdowns and utilizing reports to track and move inventory.-Managed inventory on containers during holiday season and eliminated 14 containers by the end of the holiday season.

-Improved Store metrics by training Associates on RFIB, OSA, OPI, and bin accuracy and reviewed results bi-weekly. -Prepared Store for Divisional FIT video, and participated in the set-up for the shooting of the video.-Implemented 2:00 p.m. Planning Meeting and Plan Your Freight as FIT Champion for Store.-Led FIT training for Deloit Consultants in Springfield and Lee’s Summit.-Developed plans to maintain inventory on 37 trailers through Holiday season. Managed inventory and team of eight to maintain accuracy and keep inventory organized and flowing.-Managed response team to improve inventory conditions at Store #2221, resulting in sales increases for the Store.-Improved inventory flow, reduced inventory, and maintained bin integrity while managing overnight.-Improved engagement of Overnight Associates, established a cohesive team, and upheld a positive work environment. -Developed plans to assist Help Give Hope Charity with shopping requests for $80,000 worth of merchandise; ordered needed merchandise, ensured staffing needs were met, and promoted Charity’s need for volunteers. -Executed plans to improve bin accuracy and established plans to maintain accuracy, resulting in Store remaining above goal.-Led a team of 30 Associates to reset departments, executed daily plans, and met deadlines during remodel at Store #14.