Angelina D.

Pechota
apechota@sienaheights.edu

My objective is to become a valued member with an established Company by

maximizing both my interpersonal communication skills combined with my
leadership and retail background.
Summary of Qualifications
Merchandising/Product Presentation
Operations Analysis / Inventory Planning
Cost Reduction and Shrink Avoidance
Personal Tax Preparation/Payroll
Process Improvement
Recognize/Record Capital

Sales Training and Team Building

Recruiting and Staffing Initiatives
Change/Turnaround Management
Profit Optimization
Inventory and Cost Control
Processing of Procurement

Education
Masters in Organizational Leadership Siena Heights University Adrian, Michigan (2013-Currently)
Bachelors Degree of Science in Accounting Ball State University - Muncie, Indiana (2002)
Associate of Science in Accounting Wabash Valley College - Mt. Carmel, Illinois (2000)
Skills and Accomplishments
Finance
Proven record of effective short- and long- range tactical planning and improving operational
processes to reduce shrink and achieve optimal profitability.
Oversee operations in the entire Cosmetics Department generating more than $1.0 Million in
annual revenue.
Reduced shrink from 5.6% to 0.77% through implementation of improved merchandising and
inventory procedures.
Develop and implement strategic merchandising plans to achieve revenue objectives and
reduce expenditures while ensuring payroll stays within budget.
Oversees Accounts Payable and proactively works with all departments to ensure compliance
with University policies.
Reviews Purchase order claims for conformance to University policy.
Management
Seasoned, results-producing management professional with extensive experience leading
profit-generating operations through innovative merchandising, pricing and discounting, and
continuous focus on product turnover.
Recruit, train, mentor and manage 9 member team directly as well as all store associates
in-directly, ensuring continuous delivery of outstanding customer service.
Supervised 3 department managers providing coaching and engendering accountability for
store results and staff performance. Provided daily encouragement to managers, ensuring they
reach their career objectives within the company.
Sales
Consistently exceeded annual goals in key metrics, such as profit, sales, employee retention
and customer service.
Effective leader skilled in developing highly productive, sales-driven teams by implementing
customer-focused training and sales programs.
Exceptional ability to establish rapport with customers, gain trust, and build strong repeat and
referral business.

Work History
Financial Accountant
Accounts Payable Specialist
Store Manager
Area Sales Manager Cosmetics
Senior Associate Store Manager
Store Manager
Tax/Payroll Accountant

Siena Heights University Adrian, MI

Siena Heights University Adrian, MI
Sears Holdings Co.- Owensboro, KY
Dillards - Evansville, IN
Charlotte Russe - Evansville, IN
Hollister & Co. Evansville, IN
LaRoy Tax Service Evansville, IN

Dec 2013 to Present

July 2012 to Dec 2013
Dec 2011 to July 2012
March 2007 to Dec 2011
2005 to 2007
2003 to 2005
2001 to 2003

Angelina D. Pechota

3176 Norwood Drive Adrian MI 49221

coxangelina@gmail.com 812.480.0028

References
Misty Justice, Corporate Education
Estee Lauder
Murfreesboro, TN
859-382-2512

Crystal Thomas, Police Officer

Evansville Police Department
Evansville, IN
812-204-6170

Debbie Tucker, Site Administrator

Vectren Corporation
Evansville, IN
812-568-9880