GILBERT “GIL” CEDER
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DRIVEN PROPERTY MANAGER
Commercial Property Manager • Group Sales Manager • Store Manager • General Manager Budget Planning • Lease Negotiations • Vendor Negotiations • Merchandising • Social Media Improved Profitability • Secured Sponsorships • Reduced Shrink • Built Tenant Relationships WORK EXPERIENCE
Northgate Mall, Cincinnati, OH 2016 - present
Property Manager
● Sustained approximately 75% occupancy during COVID-19 pandemic, avoiding cotenancy.
● Oversaw facility operations for 915,000 sq ft mall with over 100 stores and services.
● Fostered and maintained a positive working relationship with tenants, customers, and vendors.
● Created events and promotional opportunities for the mall and its tenants.
● Directed social media promotions and responded to customer questions and concerns.
● Tracked sales, expenses, and tenant payments through spreadsheets and Yardi.
● Recruited potential new tenants and negotiated leasing terms. AT&T, Cincinnati, OH 2013 - 2016
Store Manager
● Achieved 31% conversion, the highest conversion rate in the company.
● Facilitated the hiring, training, scheduling, and supervision of staff.
● Conducted all employee reviews and evaluated staff knowledge of products and services.
● Maintained knowledge on local competition to better educate and respond to customer inquiries.
● Maintained product inventory levels and established and enforced all loss prevention guidelines.
● Continually improved the store overall P&L by creating and monitoring sales performance to
● ensure activation and sales goals are achieved.
● Ensure the store's organization, cleanliness and appearance. Blockbuster Video, Harrison, OH 2011 - 2013
Store Manager
● Sold 97% of inventory and all assets while providing leadership during difficult liquidation period.
● Hired, trained, scheduled and supervised staff.
● Conducted employee reviews along with weekly coaching sessions.
● Oversaw inventory management, sales, promotions, and store appearance.
● Created action plans to exceed store sales and employee growth goals.
● Minimized shrink and predicted trends to maintain proper inventory levels.
● Created and strictly enforced several new loss prevention policies. Gillymo Enterprises, Cincinnati, OH 2011 - present Owner / Operator
● Supervised the daily operation of the business, including maintaining want lists from prospective buyers and keeping abreast of available memorabilia from collectors.
● Managed profit and loss responsibility and protected all company assets.
● Established and achieved sales performance and profitability criteria.
● Streamlined processes and procedures by continually analyzing transactions.
● Promoted business at industry functions, including trade shows, conventions and festivals.
● Operated a seasonal toy store in Northgate Mall during the holiday season. Cincinnati Reds Hall of Fame & Museum, Cincinnati, OH 2004 - 2010 Visitor Services Manager / Group Sales Manager
● Solicited new group business, averaging over $500,000 per year.
● Planned, organized, promoted, and implemented events and feature exhibits.
● Increased visitors to the facility through cold calling, email blasts, and cross-promotions with schools and businesses throughout the tri-state region.
● Provided superior customer service to clients, existing ticket holders, prospects, and single game customers, including expeditiously handling customer issues and complaints.
● Recruited, hired, and trained employees and volunteers.
● Scheduled proper staffing levels for all events.
● Oversaw the opening and closing functions of the museum facility.
● Sold team ticket packages to the public, corporations, and local and national organizations.
● Processed merchandise transactions in person, online, and on the phone.
● Performed daily cash drawer and safe reconciliations.
● Managed all front desk activities.
● Led preventive maintenance and repairs for audio and video components.
● Managed the on-going execution and communication of promotions, including social media marketing through Facebook and Twitter accounts.
● Collaborated with other departments for seamless order management and promotional events.
● Provided groups with proper accommodations and guidelines prior to stadium entry.
● Maintained accurate summary of visiting groups and their requirements.
● Produced detailed weekly and monthly reports on sales activities. Prior Experiences: Nextel, Multi-Store Manager / Repair Tech, Midwest Marketing Manager; Beep N’ Talk, Store Manager / Owner; Imperial Sports, District Manager EDUCATION
Clarksburg University Humble, TX 2007
Bachelors in Business Management
TECHNOLOGIES
Yardi, Zoom, Microsoft Suite