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Lillie Herrera Hernandez

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Summary

Dynamic Assistant Manager at Abercrombie & Fitch with a proven track record in budget management and performance improvement. Skilled in sales analysis and staff training, I successfully ran a $3 million store while enhancing customer satisfaction and operational efficiency. Committed to driving results through effective team collaboration and strategic planning.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant Manager

Abercrombie & Fitch
Gurnee
03.2021 - Current
  • Organized training sessions for new hires to familiarize them with the workplace environment.
  • Floor set and visual knowledge
  • Shipment and transfers
  • Managed customer service inquiries and complaints in a timely manner.
  • Managing Hours and Budget
  • Understanding of KPIs: SPAH, CONV, UPT, NET, and ATV
  • Running a $3 million dollar store
  • Developed a system for tracking inventory and ordering supplies as needed.
  • Conducted regular performance reviews for employees to identify areas of improvement.
  • Supervised daily operations including scheduling shifts, assigning duties.
  • Collaborated with management on developing strategic plans for achieving business goals.
  • Ensured compliance with safety regulations and company policies.
  • Analyzed sales data to identify trends and adjust strategies accordingly.
  • Planned and delivered training sessions to improve employee effectiveness and address areas of weakness.
  • 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.
  • Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
  • Reviewed employee performance and provided ongoing feedback and coaching to drive performance improvement.
  • Recruited and trained new employees to meet job requirements.
  • Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
  • Assisted in the development of operational strategies to ensure efficient and productive operations.
  • Coordinated with other departments to ensure smooth flow of operations.

Research Volunteer

Field Museum - College of Lake County
Chicago
05.2024 - 06.2024
  • Participated in team meetings to discuss research progress and findings.
  • Gathered and analyzed data using qualitative methods.
  • Contributed to the writing and editing of research papers, reports, and presentations.
  • Cleaned and prepared lab equipment for solutions, specimens and samples.
  • Interpreted test results and determined need for retesting.
  • Critical Thinking
  • Reviewed experimental data to catch potential lab errors and correct mistakes.
  • Created detailed reports summarizing the findings from various research studies.
  • Managed multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines.

• Anthropological Field Work knowledge

• Conducting historical research

Retail Sales Associate

Six Flags Great America
Gurnee
10.2019 - 01.2020

• Ensuring top customer

• Providing recommendations and connecting with customers

• Maintaining visual and cleanliness

• Pro active thinking

• Problem solving skills

• Product knowledge

• Collaborating with team members

• Recognize theft and AP protocols

• Vocalizing promotions

  • Demonstrated product features to customers.
  • Calculated pricing, applied discounts, and collected payments to process transactions.
  • Handled customer feedback, implementing suggestions to improve the shopping experience.

• Stock merchandise

• Operating Register

Library Volunteer

Local library
Smithfield
01.2017 - 10.2018
  • Organized and shelved materials according to library standards.
  • Participated in book clubs and led discussions on various topics related to literature.
  • Provided reference assistance to patrons using online databases, print resources, and other library services.
  • Created displays promoting new books or collections available in the library.
  • Supported librarians by helping them prepare materials for classes or workshops offered at the library.
  • Collaborated with library staff to work on special projects and community events.
  • Reshelved books and DVDs quickly and correctly.
  • Assisted with regular and special events such as book groups, coffee clubs and storytime for children.

• Help visitors locate books and guide them to each department

Education

High School Diploma -

Waukegan High School
Waukegan, IL
05-2022

Bachelor of Science - Anthropology

College of Lake County
Grayslake, IL

Bachelor in Criminal Justice - Criminal Justice

College of Lake County
Grayslake, IL

Some College (No Degree) - Study Abroad Program- Applied Anthropology

Ajman University
Ajman U.A.E

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Budget management
  • Sales analysis
  • Performance management
  • Operational compliance
  • Staff recruitment
  • Workload management
  • Staff training and development
  • Operations management
  • Sales reporting
  • Sales growth
  • Employee scheduling
  • Customer relations
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Money handling
  • Reporting and documenting
  • Marketing
  • Team collaboration
  • Customer service and satisfaction
  • Goal setting

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Research Volunteer

Field Museum - College of Lake County
05.2024 - 06.2024

Assistant Manager

Abercrombie & Fitch
03.2021 - Current

Retail Sales Associate

Six Flags Great America
10.2019 - 01.2020

Library Volunteer

Local library
01.2017 - 10.2018

High School Diploma -

Waukegan High School

Bachelor of Science - Anthropology

College of Lake County

Bachelor in Criminal Justice - Criminal Justice

College of Lake County

Some College (No Degree) - Study Abroad Program- Applied Anthropology

Ajman University
Lillie Herrera Hernandez