CLARENCE L. SIMMONS
*** ********** **** **** ** Phone: 601-***-****
Smyrna, GA 30080 Email: ablenq@r.postjobfree.com
Management Professional
A top-performing manager with over 6 years of experience in the retail
industry. Proven ability to lead and manage cross-functional teams to
exceed company goals and increase sales revenue. Skilled in maintaining
store inventory, managing purchasing, and providing sales leadership.
Strong expertise in bringing strong front-end and back-end management
skills in the areas of customer service, sales, inventory control,
purchasing, product resolution, and product knowledge. Highly accomplished
in building and maintaining customer relationships.
Areas of Expertise
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Forklift Operator Operations Management Purchasing
Order Picker Operator Team Leadership & Training Customer Service
Strategic Planning/Analysis Inventory Management Reach Truck Operator
Problem Solving Sales/Forecast Management
Retail Sales Management
Key Skills Assessment[pic]
Revenue Performance - Significant experience increasing store revenue
through strategic leadership.
Team Management - Committed to leading sales teams to optimize strategies
and drive sales.
Professional Experience
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CROCS COMPANY, Atlanta, GA 2012 - Present
Assistant Manager
. Increased store revenue 30.9% ($51,817) and yearly comp rate 29.1% since
promotion to Asst. Manager in 2013.
. Supervise staff of 11 full and part-time employees; manage shift
schedules and performance evaluations.
. Provide strategic vision for new store initiatives; oversee inventory
control and purchasing activities.
. Train staff in knowledge of company products and customer service
processes.
. Ensure exceptional customer service by developing and maintaining
customer relationships.
BED BATH AND BEYOND, Atlanta, GA 2007 - Present
Customer Service Associate
. Advise customers on utility and function of home appliances.
. Provide floor sales assistance on broad inventory of bed and home
accessories.
. Monitor inventory and collaborate with team members to ensure exceptional
customer experiences.
LOWES COMPANY, Atlanta, GA 2008 - 2012
Customer Service Associate & Team Lead
. Provided floor sales assistance on a broad inventory of garden and lumber
supplies.
. Maintained inventory and restocked store areas.
. Named Employee of the Month based on excellent sales and customer service
performance.
. 5 years Certified Forklift operator, order picker, and Reach truck
operating.
. Ensure inbound and outbound shipments are accurate and free of damage.
Report quality.
. Order Picking: Pull and Prepare product for shipment, ensuring that the
exact number and type of product is shipped and loaded.
. Keep appropriate records and reports to guarantee that tight inventory
control and maintained. Assist in physical inventories. Ensure proper
stock rotation.
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Bachelor of Science, Education, Jackson State University, Jackson, MS