Rachel Graves
Heaton Chapel,Stockport
Summary
Experienced Senior Manager and Leadership Coach with a demonstrated history of building a culture of empowerment and high performance. Skilled in Retail, Human Resources, Team Leadership, Business Strategy, Pioneering and Change Management. Emotionally Intelligent and Strategic Thinker.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
HR / Business Consultant
Freelance
Manchester, Greater Manchester
01.2023 - Current
- Streamlined HR processes, helping to increase departmental efficiencies.
- Wrote and maintained employee handbook covering company policies and mission statement.
- Provided expert HR advice to line managers to tackle obstacles such as conflict resolution, pay disputes and under-performance management.
- Devised and implemented successful employee retention strategies, including improved exit interview and onboarding procedures.
- Supported restructuring and change management operations, advising on redundancies and reorganisation strategy.
Store Manager
Lidl Stores GB
Manchester
10.2019 - Current
- Lead branch to achieve maximum sales within territory, exceeding revenue forecasts.
- Organise and deliver stock takes to achieve accurate inventory and pricing.
- Optimised store performance through continuous evaluation of existing processes and identifying improvement opportunities.
- Led regular staff performance reviews to provide guidance and support for individual development.
Founder and CEO
FreshFire Trust
Stockport
09.2012 - Current
- high-level decisions regarding policies, strategies, procedures and finances.
- Oversight of hiring, interviewing and onboarding staff, selecting based on experience, skills and determination.
- Developed clear mission, vision and culture for company employees.
- Successfully grew the charity income yearly by designing and implementing innovative growth strategies.
- Designed and Implemented HR and Financial Policies and Procedures
Deputy Store Manager
Asda Stores Radcliffe
Manchester, Greater Manchester
08.2015 - 10.2019
People Service Manager
Asda Stores
Manchester, Greater Manchester
02.2014 - 08.2015
Fresh Trading Manager
Asda Stores
01.2013 - 02.2014
Training Manager
Asda Stores
Ashton-under-Lyne
01.2012 - 01.2013
Clothing manager
Asda Stores, George Clothing
Manchester, Greater Manchester
08.2007 - 01.2012
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Theology
University of Wales
Bangor,Skills
- Culture Creator - knack for building a culture of empowerment
- Effective Communicator - imparting fire, energy and a 'can-do' mindset
- Strategic Thinking - Ability to see the big picture and plan long-term strategies
- Leadership and Vision - Inspiring and motivating teams to achieve high performance
Timeline
HR / Business Consultant
Freelance
01.2023 - Current
Store Manager
Lidl Stores GB
10.2019 - Current
Deputy Store Manager
Asda Stores Radcliffe
08.2015 - 10.2019
People Service Manager
Asda Stores
02.2014 - 08.2015
Fresh Trading Manager
Asda Stores
01.2013 - 02.2014
Founder and CEO
FreshFire Trust
09.2012 - Current
Training Manager
Asda Stores
01.2012 - 01.2013
Clothing manager
Asda Stores, George Clothing
08.2007 - 01.2012
Bachelor of Arts - Theology
University of Wales
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