NordstromDepartment Manager
Jun. 2004 - Oct. 2007Successfully managed a $800,000 per year designer department, exceeding annual 12-percent sales increase targets by implementing strategic planning and calculated projections.
Coached and mentored employees to increase sales per hour, improve customer service, enhance productivity, and achieve sales goals.
Collaborated with buyers to develop comprehensive business plans, fulfill orders, plan events, and create visually attractive merchandise displays.
Fostered a supportive and collaborative work environment that maximized individual talents and team cohesion, despite a competitive, commission-based structure.
Instructed all new hires in Nordstrom's proprietary sales class, "Selling is Service", to ensure consistent service excellence.
Acted as store general manager at least once a month, overseeing employee schedules, managing disputes, and communicating effectively with buyers to address customer needs.
Built and sustained a customer-focused culture that aligned with Nordstrom's mission to provide exceptional service.