Ashley Rauhauser
York
Summary
Results-driven District Manager experienced in managing assets and developing talent to support growth initiatives. Achieved significant operational improvements and increased revenue through strategic planning and effective team leadership. Committed to sustaining operational accuracy while fostering a culture of motivation and collaboration among employees.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Area Manager
Bridgestone Retail Operations LLC.
York
12.2023 - Current
- Analyzed financial data including sales reports, budgets, and payroll records to pinpoint improvement opportunities.
- Reviewed inventory levels and product mix to optimize stock availability and sales performance.
- Managed recruitment process for new staff, including interviewing and training to ensure alignment with store goals.
- Scheduled regular meetings with store teams to discuss objectives, performance metrics and customer feedback.
- Conducted regular meetings with staff to discuss progress, challenges, and opportunities.
- Provided guidance on the implementation of new policies and procedures in stores.
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
- Resolved conflicts between employees or customers in a professional manner.
- Demonstrated leadership by making improvements to work processes and helping to train others.
- Motivated teams through recognition programs and rewards for excellent performance.
- Fostered a culture of continuous learning by encouraging employees to pursue further education opportunities.
Area Photo Manager
Shutterfly
Harrisburg
01.2022 - 12.2023
- Established team priorities, coordinated schedules, and monitored performance to ensure alignment with business goals.
- Effectively supervised staff of 85 personnel by implementing company policies, protocols, work rules and disciplinary action.
- Directed training and retraining of employees to enhance skills and improve overall business outcomes.
- Advanced productivity KPIs by leading trainings on procedures and safety practices.
- Delivered training for staff development, change management and materials, process and technical controls.
- Maintained positive customer relations by proactively addressing issues and implementing effective corrective actions.
- Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments, planning and coordinating in-house and outsourced resources.
- Improved staffing during busy periods by creating employee schedules and monitoring call-outs.
- Established positive and effective communication among unit staff and organization leadership, reducing miscommunications and missed deadlines.
- Developed and administered project budgets.
District Manager in Training
ADVANCE AUTO PARTS
York
04.2021 - 12.2021
- Oversee and Lead store teams
- Facilitated customer purchases to enhance sales performance
- Managed daily operations to ensure smooth workflow
- Analyzed profit and loss data to inform business decisions
- Profit and Loss
- Promoted company culture through integrity, honesty, and knowledge.
- Addressed customer inquiries via telephone or email to ensure satisfaction.
- Evaluated employee performance and provided constructive feedback to enhance skills.
- Handled day-to-day customer or client questions via telephone or email.
- Monitored cash drawers in multiple checkout stations to confirm adequate cash supply.
Area Manager
GENUINE PARTS COMPANY
Carlisle
01.2019 - 03.2021
- Conducted sales activities
- Supervised 15 locations to maintain high-quality operational standards.
- Analyzed financial performance
- Executed hiring and training
- Managed budget planning, developed strategies, and coordinated community outreach for organization.
- Built positive and productive relationships with store and field leadership.
- Hiring, training, recruiting
- Oversaw budget planning, strategy development, community outreach for organization.
- Optimized in-store merchandising and monitored inventory to enhance sales performance.
Associate District Manager
GENUINE PARTS COMPANY
Carlisle
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Twelve month training program to learn all aspects of the business
- Oversee 4 locations during training as Area Manager
- Managed warehouse operations
- Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
- Recruited, interviewed, and hired employees; implemented mentoring program to enhance feedback and engagement.
- Introduced cost-saving initiatives to reduce losses and increase profit margin.
- Introduced cost-saving initiatives that minimized losses and strengthened profit margin.
- Addressed customer problems directly and implemented corrective actions to maintain positive relations.
Store Manager/ District Manager
RITE AID
Harrisburg
05.2013 - 06.2017
- Reviewed financial statements, sales and activity reports, and other performance data to assess productivity and identify areas for cost reduction and program improvement
- Managed staff by preparing work schedules and assigning specific duties to ensure operational efficiency
- Determined staffing requirements and oversaw interview, hiring, and training processes for new employees
- Performed sales floor work, such as greeting or assisting customers, stocking shelves, or taking inventory
- Trained all district staff
- Designed store layouts to enhance customer flow and product visibility.
- Processed payroll for employees, ensuring accuracy and timeliness of payments.
- Performed sales floor work, such as greeting or assisting customers, stocking shelves, or taking inventory
Education
High School Diploma -
Pa Leadership Charter
West ChesterSome College (No Degree) - Business
HARRISBURG AREA COMMUNITY COLLEGE
York, PASkills
- Operations Management
- District management
- P&L management
- Financial Analysis
- Strategic Planning
- Business Leadership
- Sales Strategy
- Market Expansion
- Business growth
- Team Management
- Workforce Management
- Performance Management
- Staff training
- Training Programs
- Operational Standards
- Customer Experience
- Customer Satisfaction
- Customer Service
- Professional Relationships
- Leadership Skills
- Operations
- Operations
Skills
- P&L Responsibility
- Conflict Management
- Asset Protection
- Budgeting Skills
- District Growth Management
- Operations Management
- Leadership Skills
Timeline
Area Manager
Bridgestone Retail Operations LLC.
12.2023 - Current
Area Photo Manager
Shutterfly
01.2022 - 12.2023
District Manager in Training
ADVANCE AUTO PARTS
04.2021 - 12.2021
Area Manager
GENUINE PARTS COMPANY
01.2019 - 03.2021
Associate District Manager
GENUINE PARTS COMPANY
01.2018 - 01.2019
Store Manager/ District Manager
RITE AID
05.2013 - 06.2017
High School Diploma -
Pa Leadership Charter
Some College (No Degree) - Business
HARRISBURG AREA COMMUNITY COLLEGE