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Leslie Bernard

Campbellsville

Summary

15 years of retail experience.Proficient in managing daily retail operations with a focus on achieving sales targets and maintaining high standards of customer service. Key actions involved training new employees, conducting performance evaluations, and implementing process improvements to enhance operational efficiency. Successfully facilitated communication across departments to address challenges and support struggling locations, resulting in improved team dynamics and service delivery.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior Store Manager

Goodwill Kentucky
Campbellsville
02.2025 - Current

I assist in overseeing sales & production goals for cluster stores in order to meet expected goals while actively remaining responsible for my assigned home store. I mentor & assist my cluster store managers through day to day processes, including but not limited to:

  • Creating weekly schedules to ensure adequate coverage of the store during operating hours.
  • Prepare staff work schedules and assigned team members to specific duties.
  • Provide guidance and support to employees on how best to handle difficult customers or situations.
  • Motivate and supervise staff to ensure productivity and customer satisfaction.
  • Assist in recruiting qualified personnel when necessary by conducting interviews.
  • Conduct regular meetings with team members to discuss progress towards goals.
  • Resolve customer complaints in an efficient and professional manner.
  • Oversee the execution of visual merchandising activities in line with corporate standards.
  • Perform regular audits of store operations to identify areas for improvement.
  • Organized store layout according to corporate guidelines while maximizing space utilization.
  • Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures regarding safety, security, cash handling.
  • Manage inventory control systems to ensure optimal stock levels at all times.
  • Provide training to new staff members on policies, procedures, product knowledge and selling techniques.
  • Provide leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
  • Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
  • Monitor progress by establishing plans, budgets and measuring results.
  • Actively communicate across all departments to aid in problem solving
  • Provide additional support to struggling locations by traveling & assisting as needed.

Store Manager

Goodwill Kentucky
Campbellsville
04.2016 - 02.2025
  • Recruited, trained and supervised new employees.
  • Ensured compliance with safety regulations and company policies.
  • Created weekly work schedules for store personnel.
  • Established customer service standards and monitored staff compliance.
  • Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner.
  • Maintained accurate records of employee performance reviews.
  • Managed daily banking activities such as deposits and withdrawals.
  • Conducted daily store operations, including opening and closing procedures and cash handling.
  • Exceeded team goals and resolved issues by sharing and implementing customer service initiatives.
  • Monitored employee performance and identified performance gaps for corrective action.
  • Reviewed customer feedback to make operational improvements and promote satisfaction.
  • Balanced sales, reconciled cash and made bank deposits to facilitate opening and closing duties.
  • Identified operational issues and implemented appropriate process improvements to promote workplace safety and productivity.
  • Evaluated store performance and incorporated feedback to implement improvement plans.
  • Updated and maintained store signage and displays.
  • Analyzed sales data to identify trends and adjust strategies accordingly.
  • Prepared weekly schedules to verify proper floor coverage within fiscal guidelines.
  • Trained and mentored associates to teach daily tasks and procedures.
  • Oversaw storewide merchandising benchmarks to maintain operational excellence.
  • Established store tactics and strategies to achieve operational performance and sales goals.
  • Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
  • Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
  • Reviewed financial statements and sales or activity reports to measure productivity or goal achievement.

Assistant Manager

Goodwill Kentucky
Campbellsville
10.2011 - 04.2016
  • Ensured compliance with safety regulations and company policies.
  • Provided guidance and support to junior staff members on daily tasks, projects, and objectives.
  • Managed customer service inquiries and complaints in a timely manner.
  • Collaborated with management on developing strategic plans for achieving business goals.
  • Supervised daily operations including scheduling shifts, assigning duties.
  • Communicated regularly with customers to gain insights into their needs.
  • Analyzed sales data to identify trends and adjust strategies to increase revenue.
  • Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
  • Completed thorough opening, closing, and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.

Team Lead

Goodwill Kentucky
Campbellsville
04.2011 - 10.2011
  • Motivated staff through positive reinforcement techniques.
  • Assisted the manager in setting achievable goals for the team while monitoring progress towards them.
  • Provided leadership and guidance to team members, ensuring that tasks were completed on time and to a high standard.
  • Trained new staff in relevant processes and procedures.
  • Resolved escalated customer complaints or queries promptly and efficiently.
  • Supported the manager in developing plans for future projects, initiatives and objectives.
  • Ensured compliance with company policies and procedures throughout the team.
  • Delegated daily tasks to team members to optimize group productivity.
  • Monitored team progress and enforced deadlines.
  • Collaborated with management team to implement new work procedures or policies.
  • Promoted to leadership position in recognition of strong work ethic and provided exceptional customer service.

Production Clerk

Goodwill Kentucky
Campbellsville
10.2010 - 10.2011
  • Operated cash register to process cash, check, and credit card transactions.
  • Communicated with customers and employees to answer questions or explain information.
  • Delivered high-quality customer service through deep commitment to knowledge and performance.

Education

High School Diploma -

Metcalf County High
Edmonton, KY
05-2002

Some College (No Degree) - Criminal Justice

Lindsey Wilson College
Columbia, KY

Skills

  • Sales management
  • Inventory control
  • Visual merchandising
  • Customer service
  • Staff training
  • Employee scheduling
  • Team leadership
  • Performance evaluation
  • Compliance management
  • Conflict resolution
  • Data analysis
  • Operational audits
  • Budget management
  • Communication skills
  • Operational efficiency
  • Workforce planning
  • Health and safety
  • Merchandise planning
  • Budgeting and cost control
  • Store maintenance
  • Store operations
  • Process improvements
  • Operations oversight
  • Staff management
  • Policies and procedures implementation
  • Profit maximization
  • Sales analysis
  • KPI tracking
  • Adaptability
  • Revenue forecasting
  • Performance measurement
  • Team building
  • Active listening
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Time management abilities
  • Business leadership
  • Teamwork
  • Scheduling
  • Professionalism
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Task prioritization
  • Employee motivation
  • Improve performance
  • Problem-solving
  • Assignment delegation
  • Performance evaluation and monitoring

Certification

  • First Aid/CPR
  • OSHA 10
  • Tow motor certified

Timeline

Senior Store Manager

Goodwill Kentucky
02.2025 - Current

Store Manager

Goodwill Kentucky
04.2016 - 02.2025

Assistant Manager

Goodwill Kentucky
10.2011 - 04.2016

Team Lead

Goodwill Kentucky
04.2011 - 10.2011

Production Clerk

Goodwill Kentucky
10.2010 - 10.2011

High School Diploma -

Metcalf County High

Some College (No Degree) - Criminal Justice

Lindsey Wilson College
Leslie Bernard