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Ashley Zaldana-Paiz

Phoenix

Summary

Results-driven Assistant Manager specializing in inventory and customer relationship management. Enhanced sales performance through strategic planning and team leadership. Trained staff and implemented visual merchandising strategies, significantly improving customer satisfaction and operational efficiency.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant Manager

Pentex RTO, LLC dba Buddy's Home Furnishings
Mesa
01.2023 - Current

Buddy's Home Furnishing Transferred me from Olympia, WA to Mesa AZ

  • Assisted in managing daily operations and staff schedules at a furniture retail store.
  • Supervised daily operations including scheduling shifts, assigning duties.
  • Coordinated training sessions for new team members, improving product knowledge and customer service skills.
  • Provided guidance and support to junior staff members on daily tasks, projects, and objectives.
  • Oversaw inventory management, ensuring accurate stock levels for furniture and accessories.
  • Developed a system for tracking inventory and ordering supplies.
  • Maintained accurate records of sales transactions using point-of-sale systems.
  • Resolved customer inquiries and complaints, providing effective solutions and support.
  • Monitored sales performance, identifying trends to adjust product offerings and improve customer satisfaction.
  • Implemented visual merchandising strategies, enhancing store layout and increasing customer engagement.
  • Collaborated with sales team to develop promotional strategies for seasonal campaigns.
  • Collaborated with management on developing strategic plans for achieving business goals.
  • Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
  • Reviewed completed work to verify consistency, quality, and conformance.
  • Produced thorough, accurate and timely reports of project activities.
  • Completed thorough opening, closing, and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
  • Remained calm and professional in stressful circumstances and effectively diffused tense situations.

Assistant Manager

Pentex RTO, LLC dba Buddy's Home Furnishings
Olympia
01.2023 - Current
  • Managed the store during the general manager's absence.
  • Assisted in daily store operations, ensuring efficient workflow.
  • Managed accounts for an average of 934 agreements.
  • Conducted credit calls to recover outstanding payments.
  • Performed data management reviews to ensure accuracy.

Cashier/Customer Service

Ross Dress For Less
Olympia
11.2022 - 06.2023
  • Processed customer transactions efficiently, ensuring accurate payments and smooth checkout experiences
  • Resolved customer complaints and concerns promptly, contributing to positive customer experiences
  • Assisted customers in selecting products that meet their needs, enhancing overall satisfaction
  • Organized inventory to maintain store appearance
  • Conducted regular audits to ensure compliance

Pawn Broker

Cash America Pawn
Olympia
06.2022 - 01.2023
  • Conducted thorough evaluations and transactions for pawn items to ensure accurate value assessment
  • Processed loan applications and approvals to provide timely financial solutions for customers
  • Facilitated sales processes to align inventory with customer preferences
  • Assisted customers with inquiries and purchases

Daycare Assistant Teacher

Bright beginning Early Learning academy
Olympia
08.2019 - 07.2020
  • Supervised daily activities, ensuring safety and fostering learning environments.
  • Provided a safe, secure and nurturing environment for the children.
  • Maintained a clean and safe classroom environment for children.
  • Engaged parents in discussions about children's progress and development to foster strong home-school connections.
  • Communicated regularly with families to strengthen relationships and keep them informed about their child's progress.
  • Monitored children's behavior and provided guidance and direction.
  • Encouraged students to interact positively and calmly solve disputes.
  • Developed and enforced positive strategies to encourage good behavior.
  • Facilitated guided interactions to support children's social and emotional development.
  • Implemented daily routines to enhance structure and predictability for students.
  • Supervised indoor and outdoor playtime including setting up equipment and organizing games or crafts.
  • Monitored children in classroom spaces, common areas and on playground to maintain optimal safety.
  • Assisted in creating engaging lesson plans for diverse age groups.
  • Organized educational materials and resources for classroom activities.
  • Participated in staff meetings to share insights and improve teaching strategies.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Criminal Justice

ITT Technical Institute
Phoenix, AZ
12-2011

Skills

  • Account Management
  • Inventory management
  • Retail operations
  • Store Layout Optimization
  • Sales strategies
  • Sales growth
  • Reporting and documenting
  • Performance monitoring
  • Assistant management
  • Management
  • Team leadership
  • Staff training
  • Team collaboration
  • Employee engagement
  • Scheduling and planning
  • Customer service and satisfaction
  • Customer relations
  • Customer rapport
  • Effective communication
  • Communication skills
  • Negotiation
  • Decision making
  • Problem solving
  • Strategic planning
  • Creative solutions
  • Time management
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Performance reviewing
  • Retail oversight
  • Marketing
  • Cloud Collaboration Tools
  • Sales reporting
  • Communication skills
  • Product sales

Personal Information

Work Permit: Authorized to work in the US for any employer

Timeline

Assistant Manager

Pentex RTO, LLC dba Buddy's Home Furnishings
01.2023 - Current

Assistant Manager

Pentex RTO, LLC dba Buddy's Home Furnishings
01.2023 - Current

Cashier/Customer Service

Ross Dress For Less
11.2022 - 06.2023

Pawn Broker

Cash America Pawn
06.2022 - 01.2023

Daycare Assistant Teacher

Bright beginning Early Learning academy
08.2019 - 07.2020

Associate of Applied Science - Criminal Justice

ITT Technical Institute
Ashley Zaldana-Paiz