ASHLEIGH LARKIN

3675 Jackson Ave. Ogden, UT | Ashleigh.Larkin@gmail.com | (801)660-7579 SUMMARY Dedicated Store Manager with more than 6 years in store management. Well-versed in directing personnel, hiring top-notch associates, assuring that store operations run smoothly and using sales strategies to boost store sales.

SKILLS & ABILITIES

Strong Communication Skills, Customer Service, Driving Growth, Business Acumen, Excellent Organizational Skills, Inventory Management, Hiring and Developing Top Talent, Visual Merchandising, Store Operations, Efficient Planning and Execution of Tasks, Type 50 WPM.

EXPERIENCE

[MERCHANDISE MANAGER] [BURLINGTON COAT FACTORY]

08/2013-PRESENT

Manages entire store team of approximately 60 associates, at least 30 of which are direct reports. Inspires amazing Customer Service through associate training and leading the sales floor. Understands and implements merchandising and operational directives through proper use of delegation and assigning specialized roles. Recruits, hires and trains new employees and understands how to create succession planning through high-potential internal candidates. ACCOMPLISHMENTS: Placed on Store Manager training program within 6 months of hire . Assisted in New Store Opening; Merchandised and prepared the sales floor according to company guidelines, communicated and shared ideas with members of the Corporate Regional Team, participated in recruiting, hiring, and training over 100 associates in preparation for Grand Opening.

[STORE MANAGER] [PACSUN]

06/2009-08/2013

Displays passion about customers and brands, knows and understands store in detail and understands the competitive markets within the retail industry. Understands the ins-and-outs of store operations. Excellent business knowledge including (but not limited to) how sales, profitability, inventory, markdowns, etc. affect the larger organization. Develops team and provides them with tools for success. ACCOMPLISHMENTS: Responsible for weekly presentations to the District Team regarding Visual Merchandising. For 2012 Store Results, was invited to PacSun Pro Tour; Store Manager Workshops and meetings held for top performers. Multiple recipient of District Value Awards for Creativity and Teamwork. Assisted District Manager and Regional Loss Prevention Manager in several cases of Employee dishonesty or theft.

EDUCATION

[SALT LAKE COMMUNITY COLLEGE], [SALT LAKE CITY, UT]

[FASHION DESIGN & MERCHANDISING, 2013-PRESENT]

[ROY HIGH SCHOOL], [ROY, UT]

[HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA, GRADUATED 2007]