JENNIFER L. GEBBIE
Phoenix,AZ
Summary
Knowledgeable Territory Director with solid background in managing multiple markets, ensuring optimal market penetration and client satisfaction. Proven track record in fostering strong customer relationships and driving sales growth through strategic planning. Demonstrated proficiency in team leadership and problem-solving skills to surpass targets and adapt to evolving market conditions.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Territory Director
Kirkland's Home
05.2025 - Current
- 10+ years Multi-unit leadership up to 37 stores with an annual sales volume over $40 million
- Maximizing sales potential through high level execution of company directives, while controlling territory in stock position
- Meeting monthly payroll budgets by ensuring effective use of payroll in each individual location.
- Daily utilization of Human Resource skills
- Led territory sales strategy, enhancing market penetration and brand visibility.
- Trained and mentored Managing Partners/District Managers, fostering professional growth and team performance.
- Developed and executed comprehensive sales plans for diverse product lines.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to optimize customer engagement initiatives.
- Developed strong relationships with key decision-makers, fostering trust and loyalty in the assigned territory.
District Manager
Kirkland's Home
04.2014 - 05.2025
- Directed district operations, ensuring compliance with company standards and policies.
- Analyzed sales data to identify trends and inform strategic decision-making.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to establish marketing initiatives that drove customer engagement.
- Monitored key performance indicators, providing actionable insights to optimize store operations.
- Supervised various locations, enforcing high-quality standards of operation.
- Ensured compliance with company policies and procedures as well as federal/state regulations by conducting regular audits of operational practices at each location within the district.
- Oversaw successful store openings, coordinating logistics, staffing, training, and promotional efforts to ensure smooth transitions for new locations.
Flagship Store Manager
Kirkland's Home
08.2010 - 04.2014
- Led daily operations, ensuring optimal store performance and customer satisfaction.
- Developed and implemented training programs for new staff, enhancing team productivity.
- Analyzed sales data to identify trends, informing inventory management and merchandising strategies.
- Maintained key upper management partnerships during weekly store walks that set the tone for future promotional activity and merchandising strategy throughout the company.
- Oversaw visual merchandising standards, ensuring alignment with brand guidelines and customer expectations.
- Managed payroll and scheduling processes, optimizing workforce efficiency to meet business needs.
General Manager
Linens 'N Things
01.2002 - 01.2009
- Responsible for maximizing sales through effective merchandising and in stock management, team development, expense and payroll control as well as utilizing proper Human Resource skills to coach and manage store team.
Education
High School Diploma -
Norfolk Senior High School
Norfolk05.1991
Skills
- Team collaboration and leadership
- Customer relationship management
- Multitasking and organization
- Goals and performance
- Strategic business planning
- Territory management
Timeline
Territory Director
Kirkland's Home
05.2025 - Current
District Manager
Kirkland's Home
04.2014 - 05.2025
Flagship Store Manager
Kirkland's Home
08.2010 - 04.2014
General Manager
Linens 'N Things
01.2002 - 01.2009
High School Diploma -
Norfolk Senior High School