Art Sarmiento
La Habra CA ****1
***********@***.***
OBJECTIVE:
Seeking management position utilizing my 15 plus years experience in the retail industry
MAJOR ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
Initiated an action plan in 2006 that has resulted in a positive revenue outcome as well as customer service managed a task force of 8 associates that overhauled our retail sales plan and resulted in the first ever positive outcome 80% over plan
Consistently met and exceeded company goals and standards by implementing servant leadership
Initiated and hired team in the developing of 2 company stores from mid level to high volume reputable locations with consistent training and coaching of staff.
EMPLOYMENT:
AFTER-HOURS FORMAL WEAR/MEN'S WEAR HOUSE
STORE MANAGER
MAY 2005-TO- June 2009
Over saw all aspects of business and growth of the store by implementing servant leadership, scheduling staff, Kronos, wedding conversions, measurements, bank deposits, DBA, Customer event management, Customer relationship management, keeping our customers well informed of all aspects of their event.
Developing of action plans to better our potential growth planning for future business and taking care of the new business.
Developed an action plan in 2006 that has resulted in positive growth for 2007, managed a team of 7 associates that are goal oriented we expect to have an amazing 2007 Redondo Beach has really become a strong contender in the Tuxedo industry and is currently listed as the highest volume store in the west coast
I am very proud to say I was part of the growth and development of this location for the past 2 years
PEARLE VISION EXPRESS
STORE MANAGER
DECEMBER 1998-MARCH 2005
Oversaw all aspects of business including lab production of eyeglasses, scheduling of staff, dispensing of eyeglasses as well as contact lenses.
Provided leadership in the development and growth of the store through coaching, training, servant leadership
Developed action plans that resulted in increases, efficiency growth in revenue. In many cases 80% to 100% over plan
Managed a team of 7 associates that established a goal oriented and positive outcome and converted the Torrance location to a high volume reputable location by instilling strong and positive values and core beliefs for our customers.
Remember behaviors over time equal numbers and numbers over time equal behaviors.
DESIGN WORKS
PROJECT MANAGER
MARCH 1993-NOVEMBER 1998
Office furniture and design, oversaw all large projects with our most unique clients e.g. hospitals, law firms, medical buildings etc.
Making sure all areas of projects are met with the highest quality or work and personal
Provided leadership in the development and growth of the store through coaching, training, servant leadership
Managed crews up to 30 associates in installation of offices.
Other job responsibilities included, payroll, scheduling of staff, conducting of staff meetings, servant leadership.
Education / Training
Some College 2 years
Professional Development
Extensive Management, Servant Leadership skills, Planning Courses,
Technical Proficiencies
Micro soft office (word excel, power point, outlook.)
Community Involvement
Currently an active volunteer coach with the National Junior Basketball Association for 4th 5th 6th graders as well as helping our local high schools coach
Summary
Dear Hiring Manager,
If you're like most successful sales managers, you're never satisfied with your company's sales. An extra push here, an additional call there, and your team could generate an additional ten percent.
Well, I'm the person who can supply that extra ten or fifteen, or even twenty--percent. I've consistently set goal records at my current company... and I'd like the opportunity to do the same for you.
I'll explain why I want to work for your company when we meet. And I'll show you how you can put my successful experience to work for your future growth. #1 Servant Leadership is the first key to success #2 Behaviors over time equal numbers and numbers over time equal behaviors, and #3 inspect what you expect, trust but verify.
Please contact me at 562-***-****, or leave word when it would be convenient for us to talk.
Sincerely,
Art Sarmiento