Background Summary Dedicated and experienced manager for 18 years in retail and management for big box and retailers, with proven track record of directing operations to maximize gross sales and minimize shrink for optimal bottom-line profits. Adept in conducting comprehensive business needs analysis, developing staff and providing superior customer service. Strong and diverse background in all aspects of management and merchandising, including ordering, inventory, product rotation, execution of superior conditions and presentations, record keeping and budgeting. Demonstrated success in supervising and training associates in single and multi-unit retail environments, responding to customer and area trends, creating a shrink-controlled, profit-oriented environment. Committed to implementing strategies that inspire customer satisfaction, ensure superior product quality, and achieve or surpass company goals Clubhouse groups and activities, case management, group therapy, supervision, community outreach and coordinating events for recovery center. Enter Non Billable notes in to the system help answering the phones at the front desk. Successful at supervising others & adhering to company human resource policies as well as state & federal laws, Executed company & store objectives in the areas of customer service, profitability, training, merchandising, Excellent organization, technical acumen, and ability to communicate with a gracious and professional manner Uncommon knowledge of relevant products, processes and tools, including the ability to interpret rules,diagrams and instructions for safety, operations, maintenance and company policies. Reputation for outstanding customer service, and associate relations, & meeting company business objectives Specialties: Community Relations & Cultural Sensitivity Document Management & Organization Windows OS (MS-DOS to Vista) Microsoft Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Outlook Internet & Email Computer network setup & maintenance Merchandising Shrink Reduction & Loss Control Team Building, Training & Supervision Purchasing & Inventory for profitability Workplace Safety & Asset Protection Legal Issues & Compliance POS Systems & Cash handling