Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Certification
Timeline
StoreManager

Mary Clausing

Longford,TAS

Summary

Confident Leader in continuous improvement.

Bringing teams together.

The focus is always building strong teams with positive and confident outlooks, to achieve the best results with minimal waste.

LEAN teaches, slow is smooth but smooth is fast.

My leadership is compassionate, warm hearted and fair.

Encouraging manager and analytical problem-solver with talents for team building, leading and motivating, as well as excellent customer relations aptitude and relationship-building skills. Proficient in using independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Dedicated to applying training, monitoring and morale-building abilities to enhance employee engagement and boost performance.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Store Manager

Hillstreet Grocer
06.2021 - Current
  • Increased store profitability by implementing cost-saving measures and efficient inventory management strategies.
  • Improved customer satisfaction through staff training in customer service and product knowledge.
  • Maximized sales by creating innovative visual merchandising displays and store layouts.
  • Developed a successful employee retention plan, reducing staff turnover rates significantly.
  • Managed daily operations to ensure smooth functioning of the store, maintaining a clean, safe environment for customers and employees.
  • Conducted regular performance reviews for staff members, providing constructive feedback and opportunities for growth.
  • Addressed customer complaints promptly and professionally, resolving issues to maintain positive relationships with clientele.
  • Collaborated with other managers to develop company-wide initiatives aimed at improving overall performance across all locations.
  • Oversaw loss prevention efforts, minimizing shrinkage by implementing effective security measures and training staff on proper procedures.
  • Mentored new hires during their onboarding process, ensuring they were well-equipped to excel in their roles from day one.
  • Optimized labor scheduling according to store needs while adhering to budget constraints, maximizing productivity without compromising service quality.
  • Managed inventory control, cash control, and store opening and closing procedures.

Section Manager

Hillsteet Grocer
09.2020 - 06.2021
  • Improved team efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing effective communication strategies.
  • Led cross-functional teams for successful project completion within deadlines and budget constraints.
  • Enhanced productivity with staff training and development programs, resulting in higher employee satisfaction rates.
  • Developed and executed strategic plans to achieve company objectives and improve overall performance.
  • Implemented process improvements that increased operational efficiency and reduced costs.
  • Collaborated with stakeholders to identify needs, establish goals, and develop action plans for success.
  • Established key performance metrics to track progress toward organizational objectives, driving continuous improvement efforts.
  • Fostered a positive work environment by promoting teamwork, open communication, and recognition of individual achievements.

Customer Service Manager

Coles Supermarket
10.2019 - 09.2020
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by streamlining support processes and implementing new strategies.
  • Increased team productivity by providing ongoing training and support to customer service representatives.
  • Reduced customer complaints, proactively addressing issues and implementing effective solutions.

Customer Service Manager

Coles
10.2017 - 10.2019

My role involves all management functions of front end service.

Rostering (team of 45)

Sales forecasting, budgets.

Customer satisfaction focus.

Risk management

  • Quickly and accurately answered customer questions, suggested effective solutions and resolved issues to increase customer satisfaction .
  • Reduced process inconsistencies and effectively trained team members on best practices and protocols.
  • Increased efficiency and team productivity by promoting adherence to operational best practices and company policies.
  • Trained team members in successful strategies to meet operational and sales targets.
  • Set and updated weekly work schedules to meet coverage demands by considering factors like expected customer levels, planned promotions and individual employee strengths.
  • Recruited, hired and trained team.
  • Effectively allocated tasks during high-traffic times to keep operations running smoothly and employees focused.

Night Store Manager

Coles
11.2014 - 10.2017
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving complaints in a timely manner.
  • Optimized staff scheduling to ensure adequate coverage during peak hours and reduce overtime costs.
  • Streamlined store operations, delegating tasks to team members based on individual strengths and skills.
  • Ensured a clean, safe, and organized store environment for both customers and employees by enforcing safety protocols and maintaining high standards of cleanliness.
  • Monitored daily cash handling procedures, ensuring accuracy in transactions and minimizing discrepancies.

Bakery Department Manager

Coles
04.2012 - 05.2014
  • Motivated employees to success and pointed out areas of improvement, which bolstered efficiency rates by [Number]%.

Education

Cert IV Leadership And Management

CDU Darwin Waterfront
Darwin City, NT

Baking And Pastry Arts

William Angliss Institute
Melbourne, VIC

Continuous Improvement

LEAN
Japan
03.2024

Cert III Retail

Scala
03.2022

Food Safety

11.2023

Certification

CERT III Retail Management.

LEAN continuous improvement.

WHS Retail sector.

Food Safety Supervisor

HACCAP

Pastry Chef

Timeline

Store Manager

Hillstreet Grocer
06.2021 - Current

Section Manager

Hillsteet Grocer
09.2020 - 06.2021

Customer Service Manager

Coles Supermarket
10.2019 - 09.2020

Customer Service Manager

Coles
10.2017 - 10.2019

Night Store Manager

Coles
11.2014 - 10.2017

Bakery Department Manager

Coles
04.2012 - 05.2014

Cert IV Leadership And Management

CDU Darwin Waterfront

Baking And Pastry Arts

William Angliss Institute

Continuous Improvement

LEAN

Cert III Retail

Scala

Food Safety

Mary Clausing