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Kimberly Walker

Jeanerette

Summary

Enterprising multi-unit manager successful in leading every facet of new and ongoing business operations. Strategic thinker and tactical decision-maker with passion for serving customers and exceeding expectations. Creative problem solver skilled at de-escalating situations and driving positive change. Offering 20 years of leadership experience.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Integrations/Operational Support Lead

Advanced Medaesthetic Partners
01.2024 - 08.2024
  • Monitored and analyzed support metrics to detect trends, identify gaps, and recommend solutions for improvement.
  • Implemented quality assurance measures for consistent delivery of high-quality results across all integration projects.
  • Enhanced communication channels within the organization to facilitate information flow between departments related to partner needs and concerns.
  • Served as a liaison between partners and internal teams, facilitating seamless collaboration on projects and initiatives.
  • Participated in company-wide initiatives aimed at improving overall operational effectiveness.

District Manager

MyEyeDr
11.2017 - 12.2023
  • Built strategies to deliver consistently great patient service, monitoring and responding to KPI results to retain patients for the long-term.
  • Built positive and productive relationships with doctors and field leadership.
  • Drove sales for 19 offices in district, generating $25 million in annual volume.
  • Met deadlines by proactively managing individual and team tasks and streamlining processes.
  • Located, developed and promoted talented employees to cultivate collaborative and hardworking leadership team.
  • Successfully managed COGS and labor cost to allow for better performance towards contribution.


Retail Store Manager

EarthSavers
02.2016 - 10.2017
  • Managed 3.8 million retail/spa location
  • Proficient in the use of Pro Solutions Software
  • Effectively managed $700,000+ annual purchasing for single location.
  • Deal with staffing issues such as interviewing, conducting appraisals, and performance reviews, as well as providing or organizing training and development.
  • Managed inventory control processes to restore back stock, control costs and maintain sales floor levels to meet customer needs.
  • Optimized store displays and appearance via strategic merchandising.

District Training Store Manager

URBAN OUTFITTERS
05.2011 - 07.2015
  • Opened new locations in Houston, Tx and Vancouver, Canada
  • Recruited, hired, and trained new store staff and executed successful grand opening
  • Managed highly operational 8.2 million dollar business in New Orleans, La
  • Made positive impact on Loss Prevention shrink results
  • Created strong bench strength with focus on training, and development
  • Managed Payroll for 7 locations within district
  • Achieved store's record breaking sales of $74,000 for a single day.

General Manager

METROPARK USA
09.2009 - 05.2011
  • Selected to open new location in Houston, Tx as General Manager for high-end retail company
  • Achieved highest opening day sales within the Region
  • Ability to cultivate and sustain customer relationships
  • Creative merchandising to fit the needs of location and clientele
  • Staff development and on going training on product knowledge and producing quality metrics.
  • Organized budgets, oversaw P&Ls and achieved margin targets consistently to stay on track with growth plans.

Store Manager

GUESS, INC
11.2005 - 09.2009
  • Chosen to be part of new brand launch of Guess called G by Guess
  • Managed 2 locations within the Houston, Tx market
  • Leader of 6 new store openings including staffing, training, store set-up, operations, and merchandising
  • Conducted several successful grand openings and events
  • Utilized as support with in the Region to assist in loss prevention, sales management, and staff development.

Education

Associate of Science - Business Administration

Louisiana State University At Shreveport
Shreveport, LA
2002

Skills

  • Organizational Analysis
  • Sales Reporting
  • Customer Service
  • Operational Improvements
  • Recruiting and Hiring
  • P&L Responsibility

Timeline

Integrations/Operational Support Lead

Advanced Medaesthetic Partners
01.2024 - 08.2024

District Manager

MyEyeDr
11.2017 - 12.2023

Retail Store Manager

EarthSavers
02.2016 - 10.2017

District Training Store Manager

URBAN OUTFITTERS
05.2011 - 07.2015

General Manager

METROPARK USA
09.2009 - 05.2011

Store Manager

GUESS, INC
11.2005 - 09.2009

Associate of Science - Business Administration

Louisiana State University At Shreveport
Kimberly Walker