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Management experience in multiple settings and a dynamic team leader

Location:
San Jose, CA, 95112
Salary:
50,000 per year
Posted:
July 07, 2025

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Laura Kiss

Profile

**+ years in retail environments: 13 years Management experience in multiple settings, including an associate's degree in business. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a cheerful outlook. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Seeking a full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing people skills, excellent time management and critical thinking skills. Highly trained with school aged children through relevant experience and schooling achieved..

Employment History

Display Team Associate at Miniso, Milpitas

February 2024 — Present

● Set up store displays.● Stocked shelves.● Traveled to different areas/states to set up new stores

Behavior Technician at ACES, San Jose

June 2022 — November 2023

● Enhanced client progress by implementing individualized behavior intervention plans.● Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment strategies for clients.● Improved client communication skills using evidence-based practices and techniques.● Promoted positive behaviors by reinforcing desired actions and effectively addressing challenging issues.● Developed strong rapport with clients and their families, fostering trust and open communication throughout the therapeutic process.

Merchandising Manager at White Cap Industries, Santa Clara

October 2020 — December 2021

● Increased sales by developing and implementing successful merchandising strategies.● Trained and supervised merchandising team members in best practices, improving overall performance.● Implemented● Innovative feedback on completed work visual displays that captured attention and boosted sales Checked documentation and corrected issues in prompt fashion.● Investigated guest challenges and sources of dissatisfaction to offer timely resolution.● provided guest assistance and recommendations for tourist attractions.

Day Manager/Lead Housekeeper at Fern River Resort, Felton

May 2017 — September 2020

● Ran the entire resort singlehandedly● Dealt with customer complaints● Handheld all the bookings, managed check in's and check outs● Inventory control● Oversaw employees work and gave feedback where needed● Personal assistant to resort owner, cleaned her house and did her laundry, etc.● Cash handling/money control● Gave wedding tours and booked weddings● Helped out with weddings● Answered all phone calls● Guest Relations● Employee performance● Open and closed resort office daily● Monitored supplies used for housekeeping.● I did everything you could think of one doing at a resort, and then some!

Between 2014-2017 I worked as a Housekeeper for independent companies, as well as for Safeway and Redwood Christian Park

Store Manager // Scotts Valley at Peninsula Petroleum

October 2011 — July 2014

Increased store profitability by implementing cost-saving measures and efficient inventory management strategies.● Improved customer satisfaction through staff training in customer service and product knowledge.● Maximized sales by creating innovative visual merchandising displays and store layouts.● Implemented a loyalty program that boosted repeat business and increased overall sales revenue.● Streamlined purchasing processes, negotiating with vendors for better prices and payment terms.● Addressed customer complaints promptly and professionally, resolving issues to maintain positive relationships with clientele.● Oversaw loss prevention efforts, minimizing shrinkage by implementing effective security measures and training staff on proper procedures.● Mentored new hires during their onboarding process, ensuring they were well-equipped to excel in their roles from day one.● Optimized labor scheduling according to store needs while adhering to budget constraints, maximizing productivity without compromising service quality.● Ensured compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, policies by regularly reviewing store procedures and taking corrective measures when necessary.● Managed financial aspects of store operations, including budget planning, expense tracking, and accurate record-keeping to maintain fiscal responsibility.● Developed strategies for attracting new customers by analyzing demographic data and conducting targeted marketing initiatives. Managed inventory control, cash control, and store opening and closing procedures.● Completed point of sale opening and closing procedures.● Maintained proper product levels and inventory controls for merchandise● Approved regular payroll submissions for employees.● Set effective store schedules.● Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.● Managed problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.● Monitored daily cash discrepancies, inventory shrinkage and drive offs.● Tracked employee attendance and punctuality.● Managed purchasing, sales, marketing, and customer account operations

Education

Associate's degree In the Art of Business, University of Phoenix Arizona, Phoenix

Details

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Skills

Stock Control

Strategic Thinking

Cash Register Operation

Merchandising

Communication Skills

Customer Communications Management

Retail Commerce

Sales

Intervention Planning

Multidisciplinary Approach

Innovation

Housekeeping Skills

Customer Service

Telephone Skills

Payroll Management

Mobile Device Management

Employee Performance Management

Customer Loyalty Programs

Customer Satisfaction

Loss Prevention

Visual Merchandising

Scheduling

Negotiation Skills

Balanced Budgeting

Knowledge of Professional Development

Knowledge of Purchasing Processes

Strategies of Pricing

Employee Onboarding

Safety Principles

Budgeting Skills

Strategic Management

Marketing

Service Quality

Demographics

Knowledge of Finance

Punctuality

Critical Thinking

Training Activities

Customer Relationship Management

Time Management

Psychology

Expediting

Team Management

Business Administration

Oil and Gas

Coordination Skills

Friendliness

Interpersonal Skills

Trustworthiness



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