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ambitious retail management professional with a 15+ year proven track record of success and progressive management/sales acumen in appliance, electronics, jewelry, and sporting goods industries. skilled in assessment of product/losses, deductive reasoning, conflict resolution, personnel management, problem sensitivity, client evaluation, and sound decision making. possess exceptional organizational and interpersonal attributes and a fiery determination to succeed. exhibit dynamic follow-through, astute professionalism, and a stellar work ethic. strong passion for providing infectious enthusiasm, provoking others to reach for the next level of success. consistently create lasting relationships with people from diverse cultures and professional backgrounds. interact with a network of cross-functional professionals to achieve maximum motivation, collaboration, and efficacy.

 

profit & loss / budget administration / strategic merchandising / personnel management

teambuilding & leadership / employee relations / sales & promotions / inventory control

product knowledge / relationship building / client relations

professional experience                

 

select comfort corporation, northbrook, il.
store manager, 2005 c 2009

         directed the success of 5+ employees; shared strategies to maximize sales and service goals.

         managed short- and long-term operations goals including quality control, environmental safety, equipment maintenance, scheduling, training, problem solving, and inventory, and cost control.

         attended home shows and health fairs to demonstrate sleep number mattress medical benefits.

         handled personnel management functions including hiring, disciplinary actions, and termination.

         merged solid interpersonal and communication skills to forge, nurture, and maintain strong business and customer relationships. enthusiastically collaborated with internal colleagues to achieve established goals and expectations.

         blended integrity, innovative thinking, and leadership attributes to ensure first-rate customer satisfaction.

         optimized service delivery through decision-making talents, critical thinking skills, and an unwavering drive to excel.

         effectively communicated and motivated team members, fostering an atmosphere of teamwork and collaboration with an emphasis goal attainment.

 
company name, milwaukee, wi and chicago, il

electronics and appliance sales, 1999 c 2005

         maintained thorough and up-to-date knowledge of electronics and appliances, customer requirements, and necessary methods for increasing closed sales.

         exhibited competitive drive and strategic thinking by remaining personable and persuasive.

         respected for business acumen, displaying a positive leadership approach, and consistently surpassing goals.

 

montgomery ward and co. chicago, il
store manager, 1991 c 1999  

         planned, directed, or coordinated the operations, formulated policies, managed daily operations, and planned the acquisition of inventory and use of human resources.

         acquired accounts and boosted client base and simultaneously minimized operational costs for a free-standing electronics and appliance branch store, electric avenue.

         leveraged proven sales management abilities to drive revenue generation and achieve superior sales results.

**additional experience assistant store manager for highland superstores, jewelry department manager and assistant store manager for w. bell and co., and store manager for herman s sporting goods**

education                                           

 

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april 16, 2011

 

 

 

<<first name>> <<last name>>

<<title>>

<<company>>

<<street address, suite #>>

<<city, state zip code>>

 

 

dear <<courtesy>> <<last name>>,

 

 

i am writing to express my interest in your current opening for a <name of the position>; therefore, please allow me to submit my resume for your review. having been in sales and retail management for the past 15+ years, with continued success in meeting the needs of my employer and clients, i am confident that i can make a valuable contribution to your organization's future projects and initiatives. my experience consists of thorough analysis that is transferrable to any industry. as i am seeking a challenging career opportunity as a <insert role>, i am submitting my resume for your review and i thank you for your time and consideration.

 

as indicated in the accompanying resume, i bring you a positive and energetic work approach and an exemplary blend of talents in the areas of sales, management, client relations, revenue growth, and account management. to compliment these qualifications, i offer an unwavering commitment to providing stellar customer service and dealing directly with the public as a front-line company representative, keeping in mind to remain accessible to clients at all times while simultaneously exceeding goals. to date in my career, i have held progressively responsible positions based on a demonstrated ability to meet and exceed established goals and manage other individuals. 

 

as a proactive contributor to your company, you will find me to be a driven professional committed to supporting you in achieving your objectives through superior motivational attributes, unparalleled levels of enthusiasm and personal dedication, and strong client relations. with proven leadership abilities and a demonstrated record of personal success and achievement, i have recognizably improved levels of company and product positioning. i continuously utilize an aptitude to strategically indicate complex problems and review related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions. i am confident that i could be a valuable asset to your company, and look forward to interviewing with you in the near future.

 

 

sincerely,

 

 

 

 

yyyyyy x. yyyyyy

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<date>

 

 

 

 

<<first name>> <<last name>>

<<title>>

<<company>>

<<street address, suite #>>

<<city, state zip code>>

 

dear <<courtesy>> <<last name>>,

 

 

thank you for taking the time to meet with me on. i enjoyed our discussion about <organization>, and how i might contribute to your immediate and long-term objectives. as i reflect on the required criteria for the position, i now believe more than before that i would be a very strong candidate.

 

with proven retail management/sales acumen in appliance, electronics, jewelry, and sporting goods establishment, i find that i would be very interested in joining your team. i am attaching another copy of my resume to remind you of my strong skills and undeniable ability to produce.

 

i look forward to your call concerning the position you are offering.

 

 

sincerely,

 

 

 

 

yyyyyy x. yyyyyy

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