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Rita J. Rodgers

Hammond

Summary

Professional with proven ability to streamline operations and enhance productivity. Adept at managing teams, cordinating resources, and driving projects to successful completion. Strong focus on collaboration, problem-solving, and adapting to changing needs. Skilled in general management, strategic planning, and effective communication.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Administrator

CALUMET TOWNSHIP
09.2018 - Current
  • Managed the legal and financial data of 500+ township vendor relationships via TOMS and Excel.
  • Audited purchase orders and interdepartmental records to ensure proper payment allocation.
  • Coordinated scheduling and resource allocation for multiple projects simultaneously.

General Manager

VISIONWORKS
10.2015 - 05.2018
  • Oversaw the opening of a new store location and generated $1,000,000 in revenue within the first year.
  • Lead with focus toward achieving profitability goals resulting in a 20% increase in sales, second year.
  • Selected and trained a team to carry out company vision; leading to seven individuals’ promotion.

Jeweler & Sales Floor Leader

ALBERT’S DIAMOND JEWELERS
09.2008 - 10.2015
  • Reached rigorous sales goals over 70% of the time to secure personal sales bonuses.
  • Cultivated strong rapport with customers of all backgrounds, bringing approx. $1,000,000 in additional sales per year.
  • Collaborated with other team members to maximize and diversify customer experience.

General Manager

LENSCRAFTERS - LUXOTTICA RETAIL
09.2001 - 09.2008
  • Transformed a $700,000, branch into an award-winning paragon of goal attainment; over $1,500,000 produced.
  • Spearheaded and showcased frame offerings from several luxury lines, which catalyzed widespread district adaptation.
  • Formulated and conducted in-house training seminars to advance associates’ performance ability leading to a 45% increase in customer satisfaction.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Retail Merchandising & Management

Indiana University, Bloomington
Bloomington, IN

Skills

  • Retail management
  • Staff development
  • Customer service
  • Budget management
  • Team leadership
  • Policy compliance
  • Recordkeeping and file management
  • Administrative support

Timeline

Administrator

CALUMET TOWNSHIP
09.2018 - Current

General Manager

VISIONWORKS
10.2015 - 05.2018

Jeweler & Sales Floor Leader

ALBERT’S DIAMOND JEWELERS
09.2008 - 10.2015

General Manager

LENSCRAFTERS - LUXOTTICA RETAIL
09.2001 - 09.2008

Bachelor of Arts - Retail Merchandising & Management

Indiana University, Bloomington
Rita J. Rodgers