SUZANNE ANDERSON

Twin Cities Metro

• Executed in‑store merchandising plans across multiple retail locations, ensuring product displays were accurate, visually appealing, and aligned with brand standards.
• Built strong relationships with store managers and staff, facilitating smooth communication and collaboration on promotions, resets, and inventory needs.
• Managed time‑sensitive projects independently, prioritizing multiple store visits and adapting quickly to shifting schedules and retailer requirements.
• Conducted inventory counts, corrected on‑shelf availability issues, and ensured planogram compliance to support sales performance.
• Provided detailed reporting, photos, and documentation through digital systems, maintaining accuracy and consistency across assignments.
• Identified issues proactively — such as stock shortages, display challenges, or promotional gaps — and communicated solutions to supervisors and brand partners

Twin Cities Metro

• Demonstrated exceptional time management by selecting and delivering customer orders with accuracy and efficiency.
• Provided high‑quality customer service, strengthening customer relationships through clear communication and reliability.
• Managed multiple orders simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail and prioritizing customer needs.

Twin Cities Metro

• Oversaw operations, budgeting, and strategic planning for a multi‑store retail organization, growing revenue from $445K to $12.1M in six years.
• Managed seven store openings, including vendor coordination, staffing, budgeting, and event logistics.
• Directed a team of 60 employees, fostering a collaborative culture and ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
• Developed and maintained key business documents, financial reports, and operational policies.
• Built strong relationships with partners and vendors ensuring smooth communication and project execution.
• Led high‑level meetings, prepared presentations, and maintained detailed records and action plans.

Directed a top‑ten volume store; Minneapolis–St. Paul Metro

• Managed daily operations, staffing, and scheduling while maintaining payroll budgets and meeting sales goals.
• Coordinated store moves, remodels, and new program rollouts, ensuring smooth transitions and clear communication across teams.
• Led staff training, performance development, and operational planning with a focus on efficiency and accuracy.
• Maintained detailed documentation, reports, and communications for district leadership.