Elmahdi Taouss, MBA

Experience

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  Dillard's Inc.

  Dec 2000 - May 2013

  Assistant Store Manager

  Recruit and hire the most qualified applicants to meet department needs.Maximize sales and measure sales performance daily by trending class sales reports from prior years to year-to-date.Maintain adequate inventory to support sales promotions.Oversee proper merchandise pricing and ensure all price changes are made.Facilitate proper communication between management and associates.Communicate with buying and allocation departments with comparative shopping analysis, fast and slow selling classifications, planning and adjusting stock levels.Oversee associates compliance with established company policies and standards including safekeeping of company funds and property, personnel practices, security, sales and record-keeping procedures.Verify monetary instrument deposit and investigate register shortages.Handle excess money in registers.Enforce audit policies in the inventory process.Track sales trend to place department specific orders. Show less

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  Target

  Apr 2013 - Aug 2022

  Senior Team Leader

  Assist store manager with meeting company financial goals.Control payroll by holding team members accountable to work their scheduled shifts.Lead/Supervise the team according to best practice to maximize shareholder’s equity.Create successful moments for guests and contributes to a welcoming and friendly atmosphere.Act quickly to resolve guest and team members concerns.Maximize gross margin through the use of company tools and report to reduce shortage and out of stock.Recruit and hire the most qualified applicants to meet department needs.Capitalize on loyalty drivers to drive sales and vibe with the guests.Follow up with each team member on their progress and course corrects their area of improvement.Coach and train team members to reach their maximum output potential.Communicate with buying and allocation departments with comparative shopping analysis, fast and slow selling classifications, planning and adjusting stock levels.Educating the team about the sales cycle process and keep them focused on customer satisfaction throughout all stages.Contributions to record-setting sales figures, territory startup/expansion and new account acquisitions. Show less

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  MARSHALLS LLC

  May 2016 - now

  Store Manager