Macy'sSales Floor Lead/Temporary Sales Manager
Sep. 2017 - Mar. 2020Team Leadership: Supervised and motivated sales associates, providing guidance and support to ensure adherence to company policies and achievement of sales goals. Recruitment & Training: Conducted interviews, hired new staff, and facilitated training programs to onboard and develop team members, enhancing overall store performance and customer service. Sales Strategy Implementation: Designed and executed strategic plans to optimize sales performance, including promotional events, visual merchandising, and product placement to drive revenue growth. Vendor Coordination: Communicated with external vendors and district merchandisers to manage inventory levels, resolve supply chain issues, and ensure the availability of high-demand products. Customer Service Excellence: Addressed and resolved customer inquiries, complaints, and concerns in a timely manner, using strong problem-solving skills to enhance the customer experience. Conflict Resolution: Deescalated challenging situations involving customers or staff, employing effective communication and negotiation skills to maintain a positive store environment. Operational Oversight: Managed daily store operations, including opening and closing procedures, cash handling, and ensuring compliance with store policies and procedures. Performance Monitoring: Analyzed sales data and store performance metrics to identify trends, assess staff performance, and implement improvements to achieve sales targets and operational efficiency. Visual Merchandising: Ensured that the sales floor was visually appealing and organized, adhering to company standards for product displays and store layout to attract and engage customers. Reporting: Generated and reviewed reports on sales performance, inventory levels, and staff productivity, providing insights and recommendations to upper management for strategic decision-making.