TAMARA L. VERA
OBJECTIVE
To use my education, creative abilities and talent to further my career in a customer oriented field
WORK EXPERIENCE
February 2003-2006 Sunglass Hut Lincolnwood,IL
Store Manager
n Maintaining and achieving store goals and overall store operations
n In charge of inventory control of merchandise
n Responsible for recruiting/interviewing for stores within assigned region
n Responsible for training and development of employees hired
September 1999–November 2002 Bath & Body Works Lincolnwood, IL
Store Director
n Implemented and executed procedural policy, strategic management, operations, merchandising and personnel.
n Overall responsibility to help create and maintain a favorable work environment for all employees
August 1994–March 1999 Claires’s Boutique Lincolnwood, IL
Training/Store Manager
n In charge of training and developing all new managers within district
n Responsible for enhancing associates self-esteem with focus on behavior and listening
n Used reinforcement techniques, set goals and maintained good communication
EDUCATION
1994-1997 Northwestern Business College Chicago, IL
n Bachelor of Arts in Business Management
Northeastern University Chicago, IL
n Business Management Major
1987-1991 Mather High School Chicago, IL
n High School Diploma
OFFICE SKILLS
·1 Use of personal computer -Typing speed 20-40wpm Windows (word and excel)
PERSONAL
Active volunteer for Gift of Sight Program (a family charitable program)
References Available Upon Request
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