Experience

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  Target

  • ETL Human Resources

    • Aug 2023 - Present

    •Provide HR Leadership to 5 exempt leaders and approximately 200 non exempt team members. •HR Partner to Store Director•Oversee cyclical processes and provide resources for all HR functions throughout the store.•Help champion a more inclusive society by developing a diverse workforce, creating an inclusive guest and team member experience, and fostering equity in our communities through social and volunteer events.

  • Executive Team Lead Specialty Sales

    • Oct 2019 - Sep 2023

    * Drive total store sales, understand your role in sales growth and how your departments and team contribute to and impact total store profitability* Create a guest-obsessed culture and lead your team to prioritize the guest experience and deliver on store sales goals* Create schedules and make adjustments as needed to align to guest traffic and business needs* Manage your team to effectively plan merchandising and pricing workload including transitions, revisions, sales plans, sampling and promotions* Know and assess the competition and leverage guest insights and feedback to drive the business* Build a team of consultants that are knowledgeable and passionate about Apparel and Accessories, Beauty and Electronics* Manage and develop a sales force using selling training techniques* Lead A&A, Beauty and Electronics backroom processes, organization, layout and replenishment of the salesfloor to ensure product is available for guests* Lead your team to deliver inspiring visual moments in A&A, Home, Baby and other seasonally relevant areas* Ensure fitting rooms are used as an extension of the sales floor and are welcoming* Plan, lead and follow-up on organizational and operational change* Anticipate and identify changes in unique store trends* Anticipate staffing needs, talent plan and recruit – both long and short term* Develop and coach your team and Team Leaders to elevate their skills and expertise* Lead team onboarding, learning and help close product knowledge and skill gaps through development, coaching and team interactions* Establish a culture of accountability through clear expectations and performance management* Always demonstrate a culture of ethical conduct, safety and compliance; lead and hold the team accountable to work in the same way

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  The Buckle, Inc.

  • Coralville, Iowa

  • Store Manager

    • Nov 2010 - Oct 2019
    • Coralville, Iowa

    • Manage overall operation and profitability of the store along with managing between 12-20 teammates.• Recognize, recruit, interview and retain talented individuals who can help achieve sales and business goals.• Lead, direct, motivate and educate new teammates on accountability, loss prevention, and sales presentation standards.• Set expectations and educate teammates by coaching, communicating, and sharing feedback on a daily basis.• Ensure teammates create effective sales presentations and share product knowledge to help them assist each guest.• Conduct administrative duties daily; analyze reports, balance teammates schedules, evaluate payroll on a weekly basis, and conduct initial HR contact.

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  maurices

  • Assistant Manager

    • Sep 2006 - Nov 2010

    This challenging and rewarding role provides the opportunity to assist in the supervision of 8 - 20 store associates. The Full Time Assistant Manager Position is a great way to gain management experience and learn and grow your retail skills including: • Leading and Inspiring a team focused on customer obsession and driving results • Assist with talent selection, associate development and retention • Assist in visual presentation and ensuring sound operational practices • Support the manager in generating sales and profits and managing expenses • Assist in driving new ideas, sharing information with others and creating solutions to problems